What is cosmetic chemistry?

Cosmetic chemistry is the science of creating and formulating personal care products, cosmetics, and beauty items. It involves understanding how different chemical ingredients interact to create safe, effective, and stable products.

How do I become a cosmetic chemist?

A background in chemistry or a related science field is typical. Chemists Corner offers online courses, resources, and a community to help aspiring cosmetic chemists learn formulation skills and break into the cosmetic industry.

Do I need a degree to create cosmetic formulations?

While a formal degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is helpful, it is not always required. Many successful formulators have learned through hands-on experience and dedicated courses like those offered by Chemists Corner.

Day 10 - Claims Testing For Cosmetic Chemists

Welcome to Day 10 of the 30 Days to Become a Better Cosmetic Chemist series

This 30 day challenge is all about giving you lessons and basic exercises that will improve your abilities as a cosmetic chemist.

Follow along in the workbook

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In today's episode I’ll share:

What are cosmetic claims
Why cosmetic formulators need to care about claims
The 7 different types of claims
How to support cosmetic claims
What is meant by the word "puffery"

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Analyze the claims of a product in the marketplace.

Step 1 – Get the label copy and ingredient list

Step 2 – Figure out what claims need to be supported

Step 3 – Figure out how they might be supported

Post your analysis in the comments below

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