The cosmetics industry continues to expand globally but the consumers are now taking a more holistic approach to their health and beauty. As a result of the growing public awareness and concern about the possible unwanted side effects of the chemical substances commonly used in cosmetics, the market for natural and especially organic toiletries is now the fastest growing section of the beauty industry. Many of us are hugely concerned about what we put in and on our bodies – and rightly so! We do not want anything harsh or containing infamous parabens, SLS or other toxic but still commonly used chemicals. And we do not want our products to be tested on animals either! What we really want are REAL natural products – simple and pure – for our everyday skin care regime. The good news is there are plenty of wonderful options AND not only they do not have to be expensive but can even be organic!

As a result, many take it a step further and prepare their own home made natural preparations. It may seem easy to make one’s own ‘cream’ but how effective is it going to be? And most importantly could this be sold as a part of a successful new brand of products? Unfortunately, without appropriate training and in-depth knowledge, the answer is no. So, if you ever dreamed about having your own brand of products ‘out there’, it will require a lot more than some emulsifying wax, sweet almond oil and spring water.

Course Details

This is what this Diploma Course is all about – it is designed to inspire, empower and equip you with current knowledge and understanding of the field of skincare products, its language, high-performance speciality ingredients, formulation and safety. You will also learn the importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients – the ever growing issue of sustainability and ecological concerns, which you cannot afford to ignore.

Oh, and yes, rest assured, we will not be teaching you how to use any controversial ingredients, like fragrance oils or parabens!

During the 10 day course we will be studying the following:

1. Underpinning knowledge:

• Understanding the language of the cosmetic field
• Types of products and their function – toners, cleansers, etc
• Types of ingredients and their role in cosmetics – humectants, emulsifiers, etc
• Commonly used and controversial ingredients in ‘high street’ products
• The importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients
• Sustainability and Ecological issues
• Antioxidants – the roles and types
• Preservatives for different types of natural and organic products, what to choose and how to use.
  

2. Equipment for small scale product making

• Basic equipment – what to choose and why
• Other equipment.
• Safety and sterilisation in a nutshell.

3.  Study of the raw ingredients:

• Water and hydrophilic ingredients
• Lipid ingredients – understanding Vegetable Oils, Butter and Waxes
• Composition and other characteristics, their application and use in products, suitability for different phases of formulations, product types and skin types, activity in skin care, etc.

4. Essential oils and herbal extracts in natural products

• Blending skills, essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic properties
• Allergens/sensitisers, IFRA and EU guidelines in essential oils and legislation
• Top 25 essential oils relevant to skin care
• Herbal extracts for the use in cosmetic preparations

5. Formulation of natural skincare products

• Formulation skills – developing your own skincare formulas for the following:

~ Lipid based formulations:

• Speciality ingredient
• Formulation
• Serums
• Balms & Butters
• Other preparations

~ Water based formulations:

• Gums and thickening agents
• Speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Toners
• Various gels and other preparations

~ Emulsions:                                      

• The science of emulsification
• Emulsifying agents
• Formulation and preservation
• Creams and lotions
• Other preparations

~ Detergent based (foaming) products:

• Foaming ingredients and speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Bath and shower products
• Shampoo
• Other foaming products

This training will give you the skills and knowledge to enable you to create a unique brand of phyto-skincare cosmetics, free from synthetic substances and unnecessary fillers they will only contain time tested ingredients with proven efficacy.

A clever and often surprising combination of plant oils and other natural ingredients can not only produce cosmetic effect but also bring forth amazing results and offer natural solutions to some common problems.

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

Who Can Attend?

This course is designed for those who are truly serious about developing their own range of products and prepared to go through with what it involves.

You MUST demonstrate a good understanding and command of spoken and written English and have basic numeracy skills (calculating %, understanding the idea of ‘ratio’) and some knowledge of common raw ingredients and some experience of product making (home / hobby use) together with moderate IT literacy would be very useful.

Assessment

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

More Information

Course Duration: 10 days (10.00am-5.00pm)

Course fees include:

• • In-class tuition
  • A comprehensive course manual
  • An MSCM Diploma in the Development of Phyto-Skincare Cosmetics
  • 30 cpd points

2 Bonus On-line Courses

FREE OF CHARGE

to all those attending the Diploma in the Development of Phyto-skincare Cosmetics 

On-line Course 1 – The Study of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin:

The structure of the skin

Functions of the skin

Skin types and skin care regime elements; racial variations

Ageing process, ageing factors, effects of ageing on skin, prevention

Skin permeability and absorbency

Skin sensitivity vs. allergy; cross-sensitisation

Raw ingredient and product patch testing 

On-line Course 2 – Good Manufacturing Procedures for Small Cosmetic Making Companies:

European Cosmetics Directive and ISO standard 22716 (2007)

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) – ISO 22716:2007

Key elements

How to ‘do it’ – your Good Manufacturing Practice File

Personnel

Premises

Equipment

Raw materials and packaging materials

Production

Quality control

Product release

The cosmetics industry continues to expand globally but the consumers are now taking a more holistic approach to their health and beauty. As a result of the growing public awareness and concern about the possible unwanted side effects of the chemical substances commonly used in cosmetics, the market for natural and especially organic toiletries is now the fastest growing section of the beauty industry. Many of us are hugely concerned about what we put in and on our bodies – and rightly so! We do not want anything harsh or containing infamous parabens, SLS or other toxic but still commonly used chemicals. And we do not want our products to be tested on animals either! What we really want are REAL natural products – simple and pure – for our everyday skin care regime. The good news is there are plenty of wonderful options AND not only they do not have to be expensive but can even be organic!

As a result, many take it a step further and prepare their own home made natural preparations. It may seem easy to make one’s own ‘cream’ but how effective is it going to be? And most importantly could this be sold as a part of a successful new brand of products? Unfortunately, without appropriate training and in-depth knowledge, the answer is no. So, if you ever dreamed about having your own brand of products ‘out there’, it will require a lot more than some emulsifying wax, sweet almond oil and spring water.

Course Details

This is what this Diploma Course is all about – it is designed to inspire, empower and equip you with current knowledge and understanding of the field of skincare products, its language, high-performance speciality ingredients, formulation and safety. You will also learn the importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients – the ever growing issue of sustainability and ecological concerns, which you cannot afford to ignore.

Oh, and yes, rest assured, we will not be teaching you how to use any controversial ingredients, like fragrance oils or parabens!

During the 10 day course we will be studying the following:

1. Underpinning knowledge:

• Understanding the language of the cosmetic field
• Types of products and their function – toners, cleansers, etc
• Types of ingredients and their role in cosmetics – humectants, emulsifiers, etc
• Commonly used and controversial ingredients in ‘high street’ products
• The importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients
• Sustainability and Ecological issues
• Antioxidants – the roles and types
• Preservatives for different types of natural and organic products, what to choose and how to use.
  

2. Equipment for small scale product making

• Basic equipment – what to choose and why
• Other equipment.
• Safety and sterilisation in a nutshell.

3.  Study of the raw ingredients:

• Water and hydrophilic ingredients
• Lipid ingredients – understanding Vegetable Oils, Butter and Waxes
• Composition and other characteristics, their application and use in products, suitability for different phases of formulations, product types and skin types, activity in skin care, etc.

4. Essential oils and herbal extracts in natural products

• Blending skills, essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic properties
• Allergens/sensitisers, IFRA and EU guidelines in essential oils and legislation
• Top 25 essential oils relevant to skin care
• Herbal extracts for the use in cosmetic preparations

5. Formulation of natural skincare products

• Formulation skills – developing your own skincare formulas for the following:

~ Lipid based formulations:

• Speciality ingredient
• Formulation
• Serums
• Balms & Butters
• Other preparations

~ Water based formulations:

• Gums and thickening agents
• Speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Toners
• Various gels and other preparations

~ Emulsions:                                      

• The science of emulsification
• Emulsifying agents
• Formulation and preservation
• Creams and lotions
• Other preparations

~ Detergent based (foaming) products:

• Foaming ingredients and speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Bath and shower products
• Shampoo
• Other foaming products

This training will give you the skills and knowledge to enable you to create a unique brand of phyto-skincare cosmetics, free from synthetic substances and unnecessary fillers they will only contain time tested ingredients with proven efficacy.

A clever and often surprising combination of plant oils and other natural ingredients can not only produce cosmetic effect but also bring forth amazing results and offer natural solutions to some common problems.

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

Who Can Attend?

This course is designed for those who are truly serious about developing their own range of products and prepared to go through with what it involves.

You MUST demonstrate a good understanding and command of spoken and written English and have basic numeracy skills (calculating %, understanding the idea of ‘ratio’) and some knowledge of common raw ingredients and some experience of product making (home / hobby use) together with moderate IT literacy would be very useful.

Assessment

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

More Information

Course Duration: 10 days (10.00am-5.00pm)

Course fees include:

• • In-class tuition
  • A comprehensive course manual
  • An MSCM Diploma in the Development of Phyto-Skincare Cosmetics
  • 30 cpd points

2 Bonus On-line Courses

FREE OF CHARGE

to all those attending the Diploma in the Development of Phyto-skincare Cosmetics 

On-line Course 1 – The Study of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin:

The structure of the skin

Functions of the skin

Skin types and skin care regime elements; racial variations

Ageing process, ageing factors, effects of ageing on skin, prevention

Skin permeability and absorbency

Skin sensitivity vs. allergy; cross-sensitisation

Raw ingredient and product patch testing 

On-line Course 2 – Good Manufacturing Procedures for Small Cosmetic Making Companies:

European Cosmetics Directive and ISO standard 22716 (2007)

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) – ISO 22716:2007

Key elements

How to ‘do it’ – your Good Manufacturing Practice File

Personnel

Premises

Equipment

Raw materials and packaging materials

Production

Quality control

Product release

The cosmetics industry continues to expand globally but the consumers are now taking a more holistic approach to their health and beauty. As a result of the growing public awareness and concern about the possible unwanted side effects of the chemical substances commonly used in cosmetics, the market for natural and especially organic toiletries is now the fastest growing section of the beauty industry. Many of us are hugely concerned about what we put in and on our bodies – and rightly so! We do not want anything harsh or containing infamous parabens, SLS or other toxic but still commonly used chemicals. And we do not want our products to be tested on animals either! What we really want are REAL natural products – simple and pure – for our everyday skin care regime. The good news is there are plenty of wonderful options AND not only they do not have to be expensive but can even be organic!

As a result, many take it a step further and prepare their own home made natural preparations. It may seem easy to make one’s own ‘cream’ but how effective is it going to be? And most importantly could this be sold as a part of a successful new brand of products? Unfortunately, without appropriate training and in-depth knowledge, the answer is no. So, if you ever dreamed about having your own brand of products ‘out there’, it will require a lot more than some emulsifying wax, sweet almond oil and spring water.

Course Details

This is what this Diploma Course is all about – it is designed to inspire, empower and equip you with current knowledge and understanding of the field of skincare products, its language, high-performance speciality ingredients, formulation and safety. You will also learn the importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients – the ever growing issue of sustainability and ecological concerns, which you cannot afford to ignore.

Oh, and yes, rest assured, we will not be teaching you how to use any controversial ingredients, like fragrance oils or parabens!

During the 10 day course we will be studying the following:

1. Underpinning knowledge:

• Understanding the language of the cosmetic field
• Types of products and their function – toners, cleansers, etc
• Types of ingredients and their role in cosmetics – humectants, emulsifiers, etc
• Commonly used and controversial ingredients in ‘high street’ products
• The importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients
• Sustainability and Ecological issues
• Antioxidants – the roles and types
• Preservatives for different types of natural and organic products, what to choose and how to use.
  

2. Equipment for small scale product making

• Basic equipment – what to choose and why
• Other equipment.
• Safety and sterilisation in a nutshell.

3.  Study of the raw ingredients:

• Water and hydrophilic ingredients
• Lipid ingredients – understanding Vegetable Oils, Butter and Waxes
• Composition and other characteristics, their application and use in products, suitability for different phases of formulations, product types and skin types, activity in skin care, etc.

4. Essential oils and herbal extracts in natural products

• Blending skills, essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic properties
• Allergens/sensitisers, IFRA and EU guidelines in essential oils and legislation
• Top 25 essential oils relevant to skin care
• Herbal extracts for the use in cosmetic preparations

5. Formulation of natural skincare products

• Formulation skills – developing your own skincare formulas for the following:

~ Lipid based formulations:

• Speciality ingredient
• Formulation
• Serums
• Balms & Butters
• Other preparations

~ Water based formulations:

• Gums and thickening agents
• Speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Toners
• Various gels and other preparations

~ Emulsions:                                      

• The science of emulsification
• Emulsifying agents
• Formulation and preservation
• Creams and lotions
• Other preparations

~ Detergent based (foaming) products:

• Foaming ingredients and speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Bath and shower products
• Shampoo
• Other foaming products

This training will give you the skills and knowledge to enable you to create a unique brand of phyto-skincare cosmetics, free from synthetic substances and unnecessary fillers they will only contain time tested ingredients with proven efficacy.

A clever and often surprising combination of plant oils and other natural ingredients can not only produce cosmetic effect but also bring forth amazing results and offer natural solutions to some common problems.

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

Who Can Attend?

This course is designed for those who are truly serious about developing their own range of products and prepared to go through with what it involves.

You MUST demonstrate a good understanding and command of spoken and written English and have basic numeracy skills (calculating %, understanding the idea of ‘ratio’) and some knowledge of common raw ingredients and some experience of product making (home / hobby use) together with moderate IT literacy would be very useful.

Assessment

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

More Information

Course Duration: 10 days (10.00am-5.00pm)

Course fees include:

• • In-class tuition
  • A comprehensive course manual
  • An MSCM Diploma in the Development of Phyto-Skincare Cosmetics
  • 30 cpd points

2 Bonus On-line Courses

FREE OF CHARGE

to all those attending the Diploma in the Development of Phyto-skincare Cosmetics 

On-line Course 1 – The Study of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin:

The structure of the skin

Functions of the skin

Skin types and skin care regime elements; racial variations

Ageing process, ageing factors, effects of ageing on skin, prevention

Skin permeability and absorbency

Skin sensitivity vs. allergy; cross-sensitisation

Raw ingredient and product patch testing 

On-line Course 2 – Good Manufacturing Procedures for Small Cosmetic Making Companies:

European Cosmetics Directive and ISO standard 22716 (2007)

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) – ISO 22716:2007

Key elements

How to ‘do it’ – your Good Manufacturing Practice File

Personnel

Premises

Equipment

Raw materials and packaging materials

Production

Quality control

Product release

The cosmetics industry continues to expand globally but the consumers are now taking a more holistic approach to their health and beauty. As a result of the growing public awareness and concern about the possible unwanted side effects of the chemical substances commonly used in cosmetics, the market for natural and especially organic toiletries is now the fastest growing section of the beauty industry. Many of us are hugely concerned about what we put in and on our bodies – and rightly so! We do not want anything harsh or containing infamous parabens, SLS or other toxic but still commonly used chemicals. And we do not want our products to be tested on animals either! What we really want are REAL natural products – simple and pure – for our everyday skin care regime. The good news is there are plenty of wonderful options AND not only they do not have to be expensive but can even be organic!

As a result, many take it a step further and prepare their own home made natural preparations. It may seem easy to make one’s own ‘cream’ but how effective is it going to be? And most importantly could this be sold as a part of a successful new brand of products? Unfortunately, without appropriate training and in-depth knowledge, the answer is no. So, if you ever dreamed about having your own brand of products ‘out there’, it will require a lot more than some emulsifying wax, sweet almond oil and spring water.

Course Details

This is what this Diploma Course is all about – it is designed to inspire, empower and equip you with current knowledge and understanding of the field of skincare products, its language, high-performance speciality ingredients, formulation and safety. You will also learn the importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients – the ever growing issue of sustainability and ecological concerns, which you cannot afford to ignore.

Oh, and yes, rest assured, we will not be teaching you how to use any controversial ingredients, like fragrance oils or parabens!

During the 10 day course we will be studying the following:

1. Underpinning knowledge:

• Understanding the language of the cosmetic field
• Types of products and their function – toners, cleansers, etc
• Types of ingredients and their role in cosmetics – humectants, emulsifiers, etc
• Commonly used and controversial ingredients in ‘high street’ products
• The importance of the responsible sourcing of ingredients
• Sustainability and Ecological issues
• Antioxidants – the roles and types
• Preservatives for different types of natural and organic products, what to choose and how to use.
  

2. Equipment for small scale product making

• Basic equipment – what to choose and why
• Other equipment.
• Safety and sterilisation in a nutshell.

3.  Study of the raw ingredients:

• Water and hydrophilic ingredients
• Lipid ingredients – understanding Vegetable Oils, Butter and Waxes
• Composition and other characteristics, their application and use in products, suitability for different phases of formulations, product types and skin types, activity in skin care, etc.

4. Essential oils and herbal extracts in natural products

• Blending skills, essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic properties
• Allergens/sensitisers, IFRA and EU guidelines in essential oils and legislation
• Top 25 essential oils relevant to skin care
• Herbal extracts for the use in cosmetic preparations

5. Formulation of natural skincare products

• Formulation skills – developing your own skincare formulas for the following:

~ Lipid based formulations:

• Speciality ingredient
• Formulation
• Serums
• Balms & Butters
• Other preparations

~ Water based formulations:

• Gums and thickening agents
• Speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Toners
• Various gels and other preparations

~ Emulsions:                                      

• The science of emulsification
• Emulsifying agents
• Formulation and preservation
• Creams and lotions
• Other preparations

~ Detergent based (foaming) products:

• Foaming ingredients and speciality ingredients
• Formulation and preservation
• Bath and shower products
• Shampoo
• Other foaming products

This training will give you the skills and knowledge to enable you to create a unique brand of phyto-skincare cosmetics, free from synthetic substances and unnecessary fillers they will only contain time tested ingredients with proven efficacy.

A clever and often surprising combination of plant oils and other natural ingredients can not only produce cosmetic effect but also bring forth amazing results and offer natural solutions to some common problems.

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

Who Can Attend?

This course is designed for those who are truly serious about developing their own range of products and prepared to go through with what it involves.

You MUST demonstrate a good understanding and command of spoken and written English and have basic numeracy skills (calculating %, understanding the idea of ‘ratio’) and some knowledge of common raw ingredients and some experience of product making (home / hobby use) together with moderate IT literacy would be very useful.

Assessment

There is no formal examination but to complete the course you will be required to successfully complete a number of both theoretical and practical projects and assignments.

More Information

Course Duration: 10 days (10.00am-5.00pm)

Course fees include:

• • In-class tuition
  • A comprehensive course manual
  • An MSCM Diploma in the Development of Phyto-Skincare Cosmetics
  • 30 cpd points

2 Bonus On-line Courses

FREE OF CHARGE

to all those attending the Diploma in the Development of Phyto-skincare Cosmetics 

On-line Course 1 – The Study of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin:

The structure of the skin

Functions of the skin

Skin types and skin care regime elements; racial variations

Ageing process, ageing factors, effects of ageing on skin, prevention

Skin permeability and absorbency

Skin sensitivity vs. allergy; cross-sensitisation

Raw ingredient and product patch testing 

On-line Course 2 – Good Manufacturing Procedures for Small Cosmetic Making Companies:

European Cosmetics Directive and ISO standard 22716 (2007)

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) – ISO 22716:2007

Key elements

How to ‘do it’ – your Good Manufacturing Practice File

Personnel

Premises

Equipment

Raw materials and packaging materials

Production

Quality control

Product release

Make Your Own SLS and SLES Free Hand Soap/Bodywash/Shampoo Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (commonly known as SLS) is a widely used and inexpensive chemical found in many mainstream personal hygiene products such as shampoos, bodywash and soaps, along with Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES). They function as surfactants—water- and oil-soluble compounds that, when combined with water, foam and emulsify greasy substances. While SLS and SLES are not sensitizers (molecules that cause allergic reactions), they are irritants. If you have an itchy or flaky scalp, one of the simplest things you can try is washing your hair with an SLS–free shampoo. An SLS–free shampoo does not contain the harsh and irritating ingredient sodium lauryl sulphate, which is a foaming agent (detergent) used by many of the big brands in hair care.

The search for SLS and SLeS free foaming products, such as face or body wash or a simple toxin-free shower gel or shampoo is still a daunting prospect.

There are also conflicting opinions about ingredients such as Cocamidopropyl betaine and various others. Even scent-free bases often sold by aromatherapy suppliers might contain some unwelcomed ingredients such as methylisothiazolinone and others.

There are however products which you could easily combine to make a gentle foaming hand or body wash suitable for your whole family. It can act as a shower gel or even a shampoo. And you could fragrance it yourself too!

Course Details

Join us for an informative and fun, hands-on workshop and find out how! We will cover:

• Ingredients to avoid and why
• What to use to make your own product
• How to fragrance it – essential oils safe for everyone, what to use and why. (If you wish to fragrance your product in class please bring along your own essential oils – a list of suggested oils will be provided)
• Clever, safe, packaging solution
• You will make a bottle of a product to take home!

Who Can Attend?

All welcome, no previous qualifications required.

More Information

Duration:  3 hours

Course fees include:

• All class tuition
• All ingredients used in class (except essential oils)

Plus you will take home with you

• Recipes
• An MSCM Certificate of Attendance for your professional portfolio
• 3 cpd points
• Your own product made in class