Executive / Senior Formulator – Color Cosmetics

Position: Executive / Senior Formulator – Color CosmeticsDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Location: Mumbai (Ghatkopar)Reports To: R&D ManagerRole Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Color Cosmetic Formulator to joinour R&D team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizingformulations across various cosmetic categories (face, lips, eyes, skin). The rolerequires strong technical expertise in raw materials, formulation science, stabilitystudies, and hands-on experience in tech transfer and scale-up processes.Key Responsibilities: Formulation Development:o Design and develop innovative and stable formulations for colorcosmetic products (lipsticks, foundations, eyeliners, compacts, etc.).o Benchmark and reformulate products based on market trends,consumer insights, and regulatory guidelines. Raw Material Expertise:o Evaluate, source, and qualify raw materials for functionality, safety, andcompatibility.o Collaborate with suppliers for new material innovations and technicalsupport. Stability & Performance Testing:o Conduct stability studies, compatibility tests, and product performanceevaluations.o Document findings and propose formulation adjustments whenrequired. Scale-Up & Tech Transfer:o Prepare detailed formulation dossiers and manufacturing instructions.o Partner with production teams for successful pilot and commercialbatch scale-up.o Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges during techtransfer. Regulatory & Compliance:o Ensure formulations comply with regulatory, quality, and safetystandards.o Maintain updated knowledge of global cosmetic regulations. Innovation & Trend Alignment:o Track and analyse global beauty trends, textures, pigments, andtechnologies.o Translate consumer needs into innovative product concepts andformulations. Cross-Functional Collaboration:o Work closely with packaging, quality, procurement, and marketingteams to deliver successful product launches.o Work Closely with teams for Consumer & Market Studies.Qualifications & Experience:Qualifications:B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field. 3–5 years’ experience in color cosmetic R&D. Exposure to tech transfer, scale-up & sensory evaluation. Strong knowledge of formulations, raw materials, pigments, emulsions,dispersions, and delivery systems. Proven experience in stability studies, product testing, and tech transfer. Familiarity with cosmetic regulations (FDA, BIS, EU, etc.). Proficiency in documentation, report writing, and formulation record-keeping.Creative mindset with problem-solving skills and ability to handle multipleprojects.Key Skills:Formulation science &product development Communications SkillRaw material expertise & supplier coordination Document formulation trials, test reports, and maintain R&D record Shade Matching Skills Stability & compatibility testing Tech transfer & scale-up process Regulatory compliance knowledge Strong analytical & documentation skills Creativity and market trend awareness