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Freelance Formulation Chemist; 7+ years of experience in Research & Development | Expert in skincare & color cosmetics

Profile Summary

I graduated from Valdosta State University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. I have 7+ years of industry experience researching and developing color cosmetics and prestigious, physician grade skincare. I pride myself on my technical expertise and knowledge on traditional raw materials as well as 100% natural and organic. Please see my product development experience below. Ø Color cosmetic product formulation experience including but not limited to: Foundations, BB creams, Tinted moisturizer, mascara, liquid eyeliner, hot pour blush/highlighter, liquid eyeshadow, liquid and hot pour concealer, silicone molded and liquid lipsticks, lip and face primers, body bronzer, lip gloss, and lip stains. Ø Skincare product formulation experience including but not limited to: efficacious and high active emulsions, gels, toners, cleansers, serums, creams, scrubs, lotions, ointments, medical devices, Retinol technology, DHA, AHA/low pH and anhydrous systems. Ø Over the Counter (OTC) product formulation experience including but not limited to: SPF 15-50 creams, lotions, and sticks for lip/face/body. Anti-acne, Whitening, Anti-dandruff, and analgesic formulations. I have adhered to FDA regulations, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines, and Global Ingredient restrictions. I remain active in the cosmetic society to gain access to the best innovation in the industry. I am active in the following activities: New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC), COSMOPROF North America, Intermountain West Society of Cosmetic Chemists (IMWSCC), Idaho Falls Young Professional Network, Co-Editor of IMWSCC Newsletter Let me help you make your ideas and concepts a reality!

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Chemistry
• ★ Cosmetic & Skincare Formulation
• ★ Cosmetic & Personal Care Product Manufacturing
• ☆ Natural Product Chemistry
• ☆ Analytical Chemistry
• ☆ Deformulation
• ☆ Green Chemistry
• ☆ Biochemistry
• ☆ Industrial Engineering
• ☆ Manufacturing
• ☆ Skin Care & Cosmetology
• ☆ Leadership
• ☆ Product Development
• ☆ Cosmetic Formulation
• ☆ Hair Care Product Formulation
• ☆ Personal Care Product Formulation
• ☆ Innovation Management

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI
• Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, Copywriting

Research Fact Checking, Gap Analysis, Gray Literature Search, Systematic Literature Review

Consulting Business Strategy Consulting, Go-to-Market Strategy Consulting, Legal Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Statistical Analysis

Product Development Formulation, Deformulation, Stability/Shelf Life Testing, Product Evaluation, Material Sourcing, Product Validation, Manufacturing, Concept Development, Prototyping

Work Experience

Founder & Director of Research and Development

The Charismatic Chemist

March 2020 - Present

Senior Chemist

Intercos America

October 2019 - February 2020

Cosmetic Chemist

Elevation Labs Idaho

April 2014 - September 2019

Education

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

Valdosta State University College of Arts and Sciences

August 2010 - December 2013

Certifications

• Master of Pathways to Leadership

  Verus Global

  https://www.verusglobal.com/pathways/

  October 2018 - Present

Publications

CONFERENCE ABSTRACT

Synthesis, NMR assignments, Mass Spectroscopy, and NCI Cell Line Studies and a Proposal as a Treatment for Autism, Research with Byrostatin (Abstract). Twentieth Annual Symposium on Undergraduate Research. Valdosta, Georgia. April 2014 .

Viscosity, Conductivity, Specific Heat, and Colligative Properties of Alcohols (Abstract). Twentieth Annual Symposium on Undergraduate Research. Valdosta, Georgia. April 2014 .

Aqueous Phase Studies Involving the Copper-PEG-Medicine Interactions (Abstract). Symposium on Undergraduate Research. Valdosta, Georgia. April 2013 .

PRODUCING AN EDUCATIONAL VIDEO ON THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION’S LIST OF ESSENTIAL MEDICINES (Abstract). Symposium on Undergraduate Research. Valdosta, Georgia. April 2013 .

JOURNAL ARTICLE

R. Robertson et al, Burette Experiment to Explore Correlations between Physical and Chemical Properties of Alcohols and Salt Solutions. The Chemical Educator. January 31, 2014 .