Job posting: Cosmetic/OTC Skincare Formulation Lab Chemist, Spa De Soleil, Sun Valley, CA

Via ACS Chemistry Careers, this position:  

Description: We are a leading private label manufacturer with over 30 years of experience in the skincare and personal care industry, seeking a Cosmetic/OTC Skincare Formulation Chemist to join our Research & Development team. This position is ideal for a chemist with proven experience in custom skincare and OTC product development within a GMP-regulated laboratory environment. Experience with color cosmetics, OTC treatments, hair care, and baby care is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and formulate custom skincare, cosmetic, and OTC products, including moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, acne treatments, medicated shampoos, baby care, and hair care items.
• Ensure all formulations are compliant with FDA OTC Monographs, GMP standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines (21 CFR, ISO, etc.).
• Conduct stability and compatibility testing; oversee scale-ups from lab to production.
• Maintain precise and up-to-date formulation records, batch sheets, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA/QC, production, sales, and regulatory to ensure product integrity and feasibility.
• Evaluate and source raw materials with a focus on INCI compliance, performance, and innovation.
• Provide technical support during client meetings and internal product development reviews.
• Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing challenges with creative, compliant solutions.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated lab formulating cosmetic, skincare, and OTC products.

Full ad here. Best wishes to those interested.