We recommend that if your intention is to create products to sell or to start or grow your own business that you take the Diploma in Natural Skincare Formulation. This course has been designed for people who wish to start a brand of their own. It enables you to create your own unique formulas and products, designed specifically for your customers and with your brand values in mind.
You'll learn
You'll learn
- How to create a wide range of natural products tailored to the needs of your target customer.
- The professional way to create, evaluate, test, and calculate formulas and make products.
- Business skills such as choosing your target market and creating a brand.
- Legalities of selling including cosmetic regulations and claims.
Two modules in particular have a business focus (Modules 1 and 14). Plus throughout the entire course, you will learn to formulate products with a customer in mind, creating a product that solves a problem for them or fulfills a need which is a key to business success.
Module 1 Your unique products and brand introduce some of the key elements of creating your brand. We cover:
1.1 Your brand values
We help you define your values so you can create a unique brand that stands out from the crowd (and creates a better world at the same time!). What is important to you as a brand creator? Organic, natural, green, vegan, cruelty-free, palm oil-free, clean, ethical?
1.2 Defining ‘natural’ and ‘organic’
What does natural mean? How do you know if an ingredient is considered natural and permitted in natural cosmetics? What do the terms organic, green, and clean mean? We set the record straight so you can choose how to define natural for your brand.
1.3 Getting certified
Certification isn’t essential but you may like to explore your options. Learn about the different global standards and options for certification: organic, natural, vegan, fairtrade, cruelty-free, and more.
1.4 Creating a strong brand identity
Discover 10 key aspects of strong brand identity and how to use them to create your own unique and inspiring brand that your ideal customers love! Learn from real examples of trailblazing brands and apply the same principles to your brand identity.
1.4.1 Your product story
A great formula isn’t the only thing a product needs to succeed. We take you step-by-step through the process of creating a captivating product story to showcasing its unique selling proposition (USP) and attracting a loyal following.
1.5 Your skincare line
How many products should you include in your skincare line? It is far less than you might think! What is a ‘star’ or ‘hero product and why do you need one? Start to design your skincare line with confidence.
Module 14 Business Essentials covers how to comply with cosmetic, labeling, and claims regulations.
14.1 Introduction to selling your products legally
This lesson cover seven important steps to take before you sell your products.
14.2 Creating a Product Information File (PIF)
A product information file is a very important document that contains all the essential information about a product formula. In many countries, it is a requirement to create one for each product you sell. Our PIF template will make it easier for you to keep the necessary records.
14.3 Cosmetic regulations
If you wish to sell your products it is essential that you comply with the relevant cosmetic regulations. In this lesson, we provide lots of helpful information so you will know the regulations to comply with and what you need to do. We include the regulations in the USA, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and India.
14.4 Cosmetic claims
Understand what you can and cannot say about your cosmetics and how to substantiate any claims you make. This helps you stay compliant with the regulations when labeling and marketing your products.
So the Diploma course combines both how to formulate products with a good foundation of business and branding knowledge.
Many of our students have gone on to start successful businesses, you can read about some of them here: https://www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com/student-success-stories/
The full Diploma in Natural Skincare curriculum and enrollment options can be found here: https://www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com/formulation/
If you would like to experience it first-hand and sample the course materials and lesson presentations, we offer a free trial, with no obligation to buy. You can sign up for it here: https://school-of-natural-skincare.thinkific.com/enroll/1051493
You can download the course prospectus here: https://schoolofnaturalskincare.lpages.co/prospectus-diploma-in-natural-skincare-formulation/
Module 1 Your unique products and brand introduce some of the key elements of creating your brand. We cover:
1.1 Your brand values
We help you define your values so you can create a unique brand that stands out from the crowd (and creates a better world at the same time!). What is important to you as a brand creator? Organic, natural, green, vegan, cruelty-free, palm oil-free, clean, ethical?
1.2 Defining ‘natural’ and ‘organic’
What does natural mean? How do you know if an ingredient is considered natural and permitted in natural cosmetics? What do the terms organic, green, and clean mean? We set the record straight so you can choose how to define natural for your brand.
1.3 Getting certified
Certification isn’t essential but you may like to explore your options. Learn about the different global standards and options for certification: organic, natural, vegan, fairtrade, cruelty-free, and more.
1.4 Creating a strong brand identity
Discover 10 key aspects of strong brand identity and how to use them to create your own unique and inspiring brand that your ideal customers love! Learn from real examples of trailblazing brands and apply the same principles to your brand identity.
1.4.1 Your product story
A great formula isn’t the only thing a product needs to succeed. We take you step-by-step through the process of creating a captivating product story to showcasing its unique selling proposition (USP) and attracting a loyal following.
1.5 Your skincare line
How many products should you include in your skincare line? It is far less than you might think! What is a ‘star’ or ‘hero product and why do you need one? Start to design your skincare line with confidence.
Module 14 Business Essentials covers how to comply with cosmetic, labeling, and claims regulations.
14.1 Introduction to selling your products legally
This lesson cover seven important steps to take before you sell your products.
14.2 Creating a Product Information File (PIF)
A product information file is a very important document that contains all the essential information about a product formula. In many countries, it is a requirement to create one for each product you sell. Our PIF template will make it easier for you to keep the necessary records.
14.3 Cosmetic regulations
If you wish to sell your products it is essential that you comply with the relevant cosmetic regulations. In this lesson, we provide lots of helpful information so you will know the regulations to comply with and what you need to do. We include the regulations in the USA, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and India.
14.4 Cosmetic claims
Understand what you can and cannot say about your cosmetics and how to substantiate any claims you make. This helps you stay compliant with the regulations when labeling and marketing your products.
So the Diploma course combines both how to formulate products with a good foundation of business and branding knowledge.
Many of our students have gone on to start successful businesses, you can read about some of them here: https://www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com/student-success-stories/
The full Diploma in Natural Skincare curriculum and enrollment options can be found here: https://www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com/formulation/
If you would like to experience it first-hand and sample the course materials and lesson presentations, we offer a free trial, with no obligation to buy. You can sign up for it here: https://school-of-natural-skincare.thinkific.com/enroll/1051493
You can download the course prospectus here: https://schoolofnaturalskincare.lpages.co/prospectus-diploma-in-natural-skincare-formulation/