COURSE OVERVIEW
This certificate course on basic principles of skincare product formulation provides an overview of the essential principles, ingredients and processes involved in the development and manufacturing of skincare products. It is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of skincare product formulation and to provide practical guidance in creating products that meet desired specifications.
The course begins by introducing participants to the essential components of a skincare formulation and the various types of product that can be made. It then explores the formulation of skincare products in terms of their physical and chemical properties, including the stability, compatibility and performance of ingredients. It also covers the selection of the appropriate preservatives, fragrances, emulsifiers and surfactants for a formulation.
Additionally, the course covers the principles of formulation design and their role in the development of skincare products. It also covers the regulatory requirements of skincare products, including safety and efficacy testing. The course then looks at practical strategies for product development, such as formulation optimization and troubleshooting.
Finally, the course explores the different types of manufacturing processes available for skincare products, such as batch mixing and continuous production. It also looks at the packaging and labeling of skincare products, as well as the evaluation of product performance.
At the end of the course, participants should have a comprehensive understanding of the principles of skincare product formulation, as well as the ability to create and manufacture products that meet desired specifications and regulatory requirements.
Students who complete this certificate course can expect to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to:
- Understand the Structure and Function of the skin , its various layers and how it responds to various external factors.
- Understand the Properties , functions and selection criteria for common Skincare ingredients such as Emulsifiers , surfactants , humectants and preservatives.
- Understand the components of a skincare formulation and their physical and chemical properties
- Select appropriate preservatives, fragrances, emulsifiers and surfactants for a formulation
- Develop a skincare product from concept to production
- Understand regulatory requirements for skincare products
- Develop and optimize a formulation
- Troubleshoot formulation problems
- Understand the different types of manufacturing processes for skincare products
- Package and label skincare products
- Evaluate product performance
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