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Cosmetic Science Course

What will I learn?

Learn the inside scoop on cosmetic science with our course made for chemistry pros. Go deep into how ingredients work, becoming a master of humectants, emollients and preservatives. Check out common moisturisers, possible allergens and things that can soothe skin. Learn how to cook up formulations, including balanced recipes and figuring out ingredient percentages. Make sure products are safe by learning about shelf life, stopping germs from growing and keeping the pH just right. Level up your documentation and communication skills for a good career in cosmetic chemistry.

Apoia's Unique Benefits

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you want to study
Customise your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Build skills

Enhance your practical skills in the areas listed below

Know your ingredients: Understand humectants, emollients and preservatives.

Spot allergens: Recognise things that might irritate skin in cosmetic recipes.

Formulate properly: Create balanced recipes with the right ingredients doing their job.

Make sure your product is safe: Check how long it lasts and stop germs from growing.

Talk clearly: Put together research and write up full ingredient lists.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but it offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.