DEPARTMENT OF POST GRADUATE STUDIES

AND RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY

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 Dr Akshaya K B, Founder, Kiṃ śuka
PhD Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
MPhil Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
MSc, NITK, Surathkal

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 Overview and aim

 30 hours certificate programme

 Aim:

 To impart knowledge on cosmetics and personal care products

 To facilitate learning of multidisciplinary scientific knowledge to gain expertise in the field and to effectively handle challenges of the industry

 Cosmetic science covers the fields from natural sciences to human and social sciences - interdisciplinary element in various scientific disciples

 Appropriate use of raw materials to make new products and then develop, formulate and assess the safety and quality of the products for human use

- Safe, effective and environmentally friendly products are scientifically formulated

 Innovative programme - to gain knowledge of cosmetic science that help them develop as industry leaders for tomorrow

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 Highlights
 Get trained in cosmetic chemistry
 Basic and advanced concepts like types of cosmetics, science of products, different types
of raw materials to create cosmetics, ingredient names and chemistry, tools and
materials, packaging and vendor details
 Formulation philosophy
 Anhydrous and water based formulations – ingredients, tools, additives
 Oil infusion, glycerite making
 Lip and hand balm ● Body butter ● Body oil ● Lotion bar ● Lip scrub ● Cream making ●
Soap making – melt and pour, cold process soap
 Stability tests
 PDF notes and hands on practical training
 Doubt clearance and support

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 Programme offering
 100% online – NO campus visit

 Real-world experience and extensive academic expertise

 OPTION for a concentrated, three days, hands-on laboratory formulation session on campus

 Part-time flexibility — balance college, work, and life responsibilities

 Transformative curriculum — apply lessons learned immediately in the field

 Help those looking to advance or grow their CAREERS IN COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE

 NON-SCIENCE majors such as business and marketing interested in learning more about the
science behind the products

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 Career options
Employment opportunities in cosmetic, personal care, chemical, pharma and associated testing organizations. Given the scope and

success of this growing industry, cosmetic science careers that benefit from the programme include:
Personal care science
Product development
Hair care science
Marketing
Product manufacturing and packaging
Clinical testing and instrumentation
Consumer and regulatory affairs
Cosmetic chemists and scientists
Cosmetic technology
Fragrance formulation and testing
Quality assurance/control
Research and development
Skin care formulation
 Cosmetic industry
 Approximately, $49.2 billion is generated by cosmetics sales in the United States each year
 On average, global citizens spend between $244 and $313 on cosmetics every month
 The global cosmetics industry is valued at $380.2 billion
 The cosmetics industry is growing at a rate of 5.3% each year
 In 2020, the beauty and cosmetics market fell by 8% as a result of COVID-19
 Around 61% of all beauty buyers followed cosmetics brands or visited a brand on social media in June 2019,
making social media engagement key for cosmetics brands
 Facial and eye cosmetics represent the most profitable sections of the cosmetics and beauty industry
 Approximately 42% of the global cosmetic market is made up of skincare (largest segment). Skincare and hair
care products represent almost 60% of the global cosmetics market combined
 The global anti-aging cosmetics market value sits at $38.62 billion
 The global cosmetics industry is expected to reach a value of $463.5 billion by 2027
 Indie brands

Independent brands
offer products that solve a problem

offer a more attractive way of doing something or cater to a specific demographic

tend to use social media as means of engaging with consumers

26.9 % of the total market

Kiṃśuka is a conscious skincare brand, carefully handcrafting bath and body products for fresh and rejuvenated experience! Our
products are clean, simple and sustainable. They are made with skin loving finest ingredients in small batches. Our products are for
all and can be crafted for individual skin needs.

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 Range of products

Soaps and cleanser: Fresh soap bars, cold process soaps, foaming powder cleansers, whipped cream soap

Hygiene and wellness: Bath salts, deodorant cream, roll on deodorant

Body care: Body lotion sticks/balms, body butter, body lotion, body yogurt

Face serums: Elixirs and water based – Vitamin C, Anti acne, Depigmentation, Niacinamide, Glow and brightening

Face creams: Vitamin C, Anti aging, Retinol, Depigmentation, Hydrating

Undereye: Undereye cream

Lip care: Lip balm, lip scrub, lip serum, lip and cheek tint

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 Cosmetic chemist
 Reviewing current industry research about makeup and skincare

 Mixing raw materials to produce products

 Creating dye solutions

 Brainstorming ideas for new products

 Participating in focus groups

 Conducting pH readings

 Testing prototypes for quality and safety

 Maintaining sterile work environments during the manufacturing process

 Skills – research, technical, analytical, verbal and written communication

 Thank you
Beautiful skin requires a commitment and not a miracle