Short Course in Cosmetic Science and Technology

Industry Focused Short Course in Cosmetic Science and Technology offered by the Department of Chemistry in collaboration with experts in cosmetic industry

 

Course content:

  • Introduction to Cosmetic Science
    • Biological aspects of cosmetics
    • Cosmetic types and applications
    • Cosmeceuticals
  • Cosmetic Ingredients and Preservatives
  • Herbal Cosmetic Science
  • New and Future Trends in Cosmetics
    • Green cosmetics
    • Nano cosmetics
    • Cruelty-free cosmetics
  • Basics of Cosmetic Technology
    • Formulation and dosages
  • Analytical Techniques and Testing in Cosmetics
  • Quality Assurance in Cosmetic Production
  • Fundamentals of Cosmetic Marketing and Packaging
  • Cosmetic Industry and Good Manufacturing Practices

    Delivery method

    • Online lectures conducted in English in 10 consecutive weekends (28 hrs)
    • Laboratory practical (8 hrs)
    • Industrial visit (4 hrs)

Target Group: Anyone seeking basic scientific knowledge in cosmetics, from school leavers and entrepreneurs to R&D employees in the industry

Entry Requirement: Minimum simple passes (S) for both Science & English in G.C.E. (O/L) Examination OR minimum two years of work experience in the field

Apply Here on or before January 25th 2026

Course fee for a student will be Rs. 30,000 /= (Per head)
Expected intake is 30 students per batch. (First come-First served basis)

A “certificate of completion” will be awarded to those who obtain at least 50% for their overall assessment mark.

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Contact Details

For further details, please contact;

Program coordinator

Dr. Kokila Ranasinghe

+94-0777956473

koran@ou.ac.lk

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