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About the Course

This hands-on course, the third in the Cosmetic Chemistry series, covers the fundamentals of emulsion and surfactant technologies, and includes a lab component. It draws upon knowledge learned about skin and hair biology to begin translation into full product development. Strategies to ensure a scalable, stable, and marketable product will also be discussed.

Lectures and discussions are held online. This course also features an in-person lab, held over one weekend on UCR’s main campus in Pierce Hall.

  • Basic emulsion theory
  • Understanding surfactant and solubilizer Chemistry
  • Explore different product formats
  • What role emulsifiers and surfactants have in development
  • How to achieve product stability
  • Testing protocols
  • How to begin scaling into production
For those new to the field, you will learn how to use a mixer, viscometer, specific gravity cups, and a homogenizer. For those with some experience in the lab already, you will enhance your critical thinking skills while refining your lab bench techniques.

  • CHEM X440 | Introduction to Cosmetic ScienceEnroll
  • CHEM X441 | Skin and Hair BiologyEnroll

Jul 06 - Aug 24, 2026

261CPZ001
Est. Tuition:
$1620.00
Learning Format:
Hybrid
Duration:
8 weeks
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Estimated Tuition

$1620.00

Location

Online Webcast

Instructor

  • Esther Olu, M.S., Pharmaceutical Sciences with Cosmetic Science Emphasis, University of Cincinnati; and B.A., Media and Cultural Studies, and B.S., Chemistry, University of California, Riverside. Ms. Olu is an experienced scientist and esthetician specializing in cosmetic science, focusing on formulation design, product stability, and quality control/quality assurance. She has collaborated with a diverse range of cosmetic companies, from emerging start-ups to established industry leaders, applying her expertise in product development and manufacturing.

Schedule

Mon., 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Jul. 6 - Aug. 24, 2026 (Webcast) Sat.& Sun., 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Aug. 8 & 9 (2 in person meetings UCR Lab. Bldg.)

Textbook

Optional:
Title: Cosmetic Science and Technology: Theoretical Principles and Applications
ISBN: 978 - 0128020050

Additional information

Cohort 3