Get updated in all the processes of Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing, with specific topics covering natural and synthetic active ingredients, new cosmetic forms or the latest instrumental tests"

Given the more than relevant advances in the Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing processes, it is a truism to mention that both community pharmacists and researchers and analysts have had to adapt to the new market realities. Patients' growing demand for treatments and products of all kinds has driven the cosmetics industry to an unprecedented evolution, multiplying the opportunities to develop innovative cosmetic forms.

Thus, in order to provide a comprehensive and complete academic option, TECH has assembled a veteran team of specialists and experts in the Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing processes to put together this program. By reviewing all stages of creation, from ingredient selection to development and quality control, pharmacists undertaking this program will acquire an up-to-date view of the entire cosmetic industry.

The syllabus includes real and practical cases for each topic covered, in order to provide the pharmacist with an adequate contextualization on issues such as cosmetic biotechnology and nanotechnology, cosmetic packaging or different efficacy and skin compatibility studies. In addition, the entire syllabus is available for download and can be accessed from any device with an internet connection. This allows the pharmacist to combine this program with all kinds of responsibilities, both personal and professional.

Broaden your knowledge of raw materials, manufacturing processes and the elaboration of perfumes, among other highly demanded cosmetic products"

This postgraduate diploma in Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Cosmetic Science and Technology 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Get to know in depth the methodology of good practices in the manufacture of cosmetic products, as well as the most advanced sensory analysis and traceability studies"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

Tailor all course content to your own schedule and interests, without the pressure of pre-set academic calendars or pre-established schedules"

You will be able to download all the available content directly to your tablet or smartphone of choice, being able to consult it wherever, whenever and however you want"

The main objective of this postgraduate diploma is to offer the pharmacist a theoretical and practical perspective of everything involved in the Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing today. To this end, it draws on the proven experience of a highly qualified teaching staff, which, together with TECH's refined teaching methodology, guarantees the achievement of academic objectives with a high impact on the pharmacist's daily practice, regardless of his or her field of action.

Incorporate into your daily practice the most important advances in vitamins, biological compounds and chemical and physical sunscreens, with a detailed classification of all of them"

General objectives

• Become familiar with skin structure and features
• Analyze the main active ingredients according to their origin and nature
• Understand the action mechanisms in the most suitable cosmetic ingredients to prepare cosmetic formulations for different skin alterations
• Develop a global vision of the manufacturing process of a cosmetic product, from the initial idea to its launching on the market

Specific objectives

Module 1. Cosmetic Ingredients 

• Analyze the most commonly used natural and synthetic active ingredients and main properties 
• Evaluate the role of vitamins and biological compounds in cosmetic products 
• Examine the main types of sunscreens, properties and features 
• Identify the main compounds in cosmetic formulations 
• Determine new trends in cosmetic product formulation and their benefits 
• Demonstrate how science has enhanced cosmetics 

Module 2. Cosmetics Development and Manufacturing 

• Analyze the process that a product goes through from its small-scale creation in the laboratory to its production on an industrial scale 
• Develop the different raw materials that make up the skeleton of a cosmetic product one at a time 
• Examine the plastics or packaging used in the cosmetic industry 
• Determine the different operations and basic manufacturing processes of the different cosmetic forms under the UNE-EN-ISO standard: 22716:2008 
• Evaluate the different cosmetic forms on the market 
• Establish the importance of R&D&I in cosmetic products development; innovation remains key to consumer requirements 
• Compile the steps involved in perfume development, essence and subsequent applicability 

Module 3. Quality Control, Efficacy and Safety in Cosmetics 

• Examine Quality Controls
• Analyze the importance of GMP in product traceability 
• Perform CPNP discharge processes 
• Perform Safety Assessment 
• Determine the Studies for Safety Assessment 
• Identify Studies for Efficacy Justification 

You will gain access to an updated and specialized knowledge guide on Cosmetics Processing and Manufacturing, being a great bibliographic reference material for your daily work"