Cosmetic Formulation Science by Coursera
Course Highlights
- Develop skills in selecting and using cosmetic raw materials
- Understand the essentials of cosmetic formulation and laboratory safety
- Learn effective documentation techniques for cosmetic science.
- Acquire practical knowledge in writing and processing cosmetic formulas
Skills you will learn!
Curriculum
15 Topics
Course Introduction
What Is Cosmetic Formulation?
Goals of Cosmetic Formulation
Importance of Raw Materials
Types of Cosmetic Raw Materials
Selection Sourcing and Impact of Raw Materials in Cosmetic Science
Meet Your Instructors
Course Syllabus
How to Be Successful in This Course
Skincare Product Categories
Impact on Formulation
Graded Quiz: Introduction to Cosmetic Formulation Science
Practice Quiz: Basics of Cosmetic Formulation
Introduce Yourself
Everyday Beauty: Your Cosmetics Encounter
30 Topics
General Surfactant Structure and Behavior
Anionic Surfactants
Cationic Surfactants
Amphoteric Surfactants
Nonionic/No Charge Surfactant
Introduction to Emulsions and Types of Emulsifers
The HLB Scale
Anionic Emulsifiers
Cationic Emulsifiers
Nonionic Emulsifiers
Liquid Crystal and Polymeric Emulsifiers
What are Preservatives?
Classes of Preservatives
Traditional Preservation—Parabens and Formaldehyde Donors
Determining Risk: When Do You Need Preservation?
What Is a Rheology Modifier?
Starches and Gums
Fatty Acids and Waxes
Polymers and Synthetic Materials
Fragrances and Flavors
Extracts and Plant-Based Functionals
Colorants
OTC Active Pharmaceutial Ingredients (APIs)
Raw Materials
Surfactants
Formulation Hurdles—The Impacts of Preservatives
Graded Quiz: Raw Materials
Practice Quiz: Surfactants
Practice Quiz: Emulsifiers
Practice Quiz: Additives
20 Topics
Appropriate Dress and PPE
Laboratory Safety Equipment
Best Practices In a Cosmetic Laboratory
Overhead Mixers and Stirrers
Propellers and Blades
Homogenizers and Dispersers
Heating Equipment and Consumables
pH Probes
Viscometers
Pycnometers
Overview—Scientific Process and Importance of Record Keeping
Note-Taking and Labeling Practices
Working in the Lab
Laboratory Notebooks: Digital and Tangible
Digital Records
Graded Quiz: Documentation
Practice Quiz: Safety and PPE
Practice Quiz: Technical Processing Equipment
Practice Quiz: Technical Analytical Instruments
Practice Quiz: Documentation
17 Topics
INCIs Trade Names and IUPAC Names
Weight Percent Mass Percent and Mass
Order of Addition and Phases
Oil-in-Water Emulsions
Anhydrous Formulations
Surfactant Systems
Gel Systems
What is a Certificate of Analysis?
Formulating Products
Water-in-Oil Emulsions
Determining Specifications
Course Wrap-up
Project: Create Your Cosmetic Formula
Graded Quiz: Formulating Products
Activity: Create a Processing Procedure
Practice Quiz: Safety and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Practice Quiz: Common Classes of Skincare Formulations
Cosmetic Formulation Science
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