R&D Innovation Formula Conceptor

The selected candidate will join the Innovation team and, reporting to the Innovation Formula Manager, will play a key role in shaping the future language of make-up by acting as a catalyst for technical ideas and solutions, anticipating development challenges and translating creative visions into innovative, high-performance formulas, textures and technologies with a strong focus on industrial feasibility and scalability.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop innovative make-up formulations ensuring regulatory compliance and product stability
• Create formulas from scratch or starting from ingredient lists and sensory briefs, using an agile and exploratory approach
• Interpret INCI lists and perform reverse engineering activities
• Anticipate and solve technical challenges related to formulation, stability, compatibility and scale-up
• Monitor raw material trends, emerging technologies and new market launches, proposing technical improvements
• Test, develop and integrate new raw materials, collaborating with suppliers and external partners
• Prepare technical data sheets and detailed reports for project teams
• Coordinate stability tests and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure industrial feasibility
• Work closely with Product Concept Team, T&P, R&D, Regulatory and Tech Transfer to ensure smooth formula transfer
• Participate in industry workshops, supplier exhibitions and innovation-driven events

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of cosmetic chemistry and make-up formulation
• Ability to read and interpret INCI lists with a solid understanding of cosmetic regulations
• Experience in stability, compatibility and performance testing
• Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate development risks
• Innovative, curious and open-minded mindset, comfortable with non-standard approaches
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic and exploratory environments
• Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High attention to detail and structured approach to technical documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent professional experience
• At least 3 years of experience as a Formulator in a make-up R&D laboratory
• Good knowledge of the English language
• Familiarity with SOPs and IT tools (e.G. COPTIS, ORACLE, ARAS)