Skincare and personal hygiene products development + regulatory affairs

The course aims to provide the students with knowledge about the most common and the more innovative formulations currently employed for body cleansing as well as skincare products. Theoretical premises, preparation methods and the aspects of objective and subjective controls to obtain effective, shelf-stable, and reliable product will be deeply described. The European regulation 1223/2009 will be deepen with particular reference to technical indications, annexes and labeling aspects. Regulation concerning ingredients and their safety will also be discussed.
During the laboratory experiences, the students will prepare different types of cosmetic products and apply the basic methodology for the characterization and stability control.

The student will acquire the knowledge required for the formulation development and manufacturing aspects of products intended for body cleansing and its maintenance.