Professional Skincare Formulation Course
Learn how to develop professional skincare products from concept to formulation. Practical, instructor-led training at IHB Institute Lagos.
Professional Skincare Formulation — Lagos
Develop practical knowledge in skincare product development and cosmetic formulation principles.
Start Date
20 August 2026
Duration
1 Month · Mon, Wed, Fri
9:00am – 3:00pm
Location
Agungi, Lekki, Lagos
IHB Institute Training Studio
Certification
Professional Skincare Formulation
IHB Institute Certificate
Class Size
Limited places available
Small cohort for personalised attention
Investment
₦500,000
Flexible payment options available
The Skincare Industry Continues to Grow
This programme helps learners understand the process behind developing skincare products — from concept to product development planning.
Skin Science
Understand skin structure, function, and how formulations interact with different skin types.
Cosmetic Ingredients
Learn about oils, butters, surfactants, actives, preservatives, and their functions in formulations.
Formulation Principles
Understand emulsion systems, pH balance, stability, and professional formulation techniques.
Product Categories
Explore cleansers, toners, serums, creams, lotions, balms, masks, and treatment products.
Safety Considerations
Learn about preservation, stability testing, and compliance awareness for product safety.
Commercial Product Development
Understand the pathway from concept to commercial product — including scaling and compliance.
Designed for Aspiring Formulators & Beauty Professionals
No science background required. The programme begins with the foundations and develops your understanding step by step.
Aspiring Skincare Brand Owners
Develop the formulation knowledge needed to understand and create your own skincare product concepts.
Beauty Professionals
Expand your expertise beyond treatments into skincare product development.
Spa & Salon Owners
Build stronger product knowledge and explore opportunities for signature products.
Beginners Entering Cosmetic Formulation
Start from the foundations without needing previous chemistry experience.
Entrepreneurs
Understand the professional process behind developing skincare products.
No Science Background Required
The programme begins with the foundations and develops your understanding step by step.
What You Will Learn
The programme is structured into 12 comprehensive modules, carefully sequenced to take you from beginner to advanced. Each module includes theory, practical formulation labs, and quizzes to ensure mastery.
Introduction to Cosmetic Science & Skin Biology
Skin structure, function, types, conditions, and the role of the skin microbiome.
Cosmetic Chemistry Foundations
Solutions, emulsions, suspensions, gels, pH, stability, and common formulation challenges.
Ingredient Knowledge — Skincare Raw Materials
Oils, butters, waxes, humectants, surfactants, botanical extracts, preservatives, and antioxidants.
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) & Lab Setup
Setting up a safe lab, equipment, hygiene, safety, documentation, and ingredient sourcing.
Formula Writing & Professional Techniques
Writing formulas with % allocations, reading INCI lists, reverse formulation, and using scientific databases.
Moisturizers — Creams & Lotions
Emulsion systems (O/W, W/O), balancing emollients, humectants, and occlusives. Lightweight vs rich textures.
Cleansers & Toners
Surfactant systems, micellar water, gel cleansers, foaming cleansers, and alcohol-free toners.
Serums & Treatment Products
Serum types, actives (vitamin C, niacinamide, peptides, hyaluronic acid), anti-aging, and brightening systems.
Balms, Butters & Specialty Products
Anhydrous systems, lip balms, salves, solid balms, and multi-purpose formulations.
Masks & Exfoliants
Clay masks, gel masks, sheet masks, enzyme exfoliants, and AHA/BHA systems.
Compliance, Safety & Stability Testing
Cosmetic regulations, safety assessments, patch testing, preservative efficacy, and stability testing.
Business, Branding & Market Launch
Scaling up, packaging, labelling, pricing, costing, profitability, and building a brand.
What’s Included in Your Investment
Your investment covers everything you need to complete the programme successfully.
Secure Your Place
Flexible payment options available. 50% deposit secures your seat.
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Ready to Become a Skincare Formulator?
Choose your specialisation, select your location, and start your professional journey with expert-led training.