
maxwellwilaen
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Independent Cosmetic Formulation Scientist
Beauty Deals Unit • Freelance
Aug 2026 - Present • 0 mos
Lead Cosmetic Chemist & FounderVilaen Formulations / Maxwell Chemistry | 2021 – PresentCustom Product Development: Formulated over 150+ market-ready skincare, haircare, and body care products for independent beauty brands, startups, and salon lines globally.Specialty Formulations: Specialized in high-performance natural/organic cosmetics and targeted products for melanin-rich skin and textured/coily hair care.Manufacturing Compliance: Provided complete percentage batch sheets ($w/w\%$), scale-up SOPs, and raw material supplier sourcing that saved clients an average of 15% on manufacturing costs.IP & Commercialization: Delivered 100% full intellectual property transfer to all consulting clients, enabling successful product launches across e-commerce (Shopify, Amazon) and retail environments.Senior Formulation ScientistBotanical Science Labs | 2018 – 2021Green Chemistry Innovation: Led the R&D of plant-based emulsification systems and natural, broad-spectrum preservative replacements for commercial clean beauty lines.Stability & Safety Testing: Executed stability testing protocols (freeze-thaw, accelerated heat aging, and centrifuge tests) to ensure product shelf life met 24+ month safety standards.Texture & Sensory Optimization: Reformulated legacy products to remove synthetic parabens, sulfates, and silicones while maintaining luxurious skin feel and high product efficacy.Junior Cosmetic ChemistAura Cosmetics Laboratory | 2016 – 2018Batch Testing & Quality Control: Conducted routine pH balancing, viscosity testing, and microbial swab audits for production batches up to 500 kg.Raw Material Analysis: Evaluated active botanicals, natural oils, and functional ingredients for purity, consistency, and compliance with COSMOS and USDA Organic guidelines.Key Achievements & Milestones🏆 150+ Successful Formulations: Engineered custom formulas currently active and selling in the clean beauty market across skincare, haircare, and body care categories.