Program overview
Cosmetics Science and Technology sounds cool, right? Simply put, this major studies how to safely and effectively create skincare, makeup, and personal care products. You'll learn about skin structure and function (skin science), chemical components in cosmetics (colloid and interface chemistry, surfactants), formula design (how to mix oil, water, and active ingredients without separation), preservation systems, efficacy evaluation (how to prove a product really works), and more. Core courses include: Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics (cosmetic dosage forms), Cosmetic Raw Materials, Cosmetic Technology, and Cosmetic Safety Evaluation. This major is especially suitable for students interested in chemistry and biology, who enjoy hands-on lab work and follow the beauty industry. Chinese universities have unique advantages in this field: many schools have close partnerships with major domestic cosmetics companies (such as Shanghai Jahwa, Proya, Bloomage Biotechnology), advanced lab equipment, and China is the world's second-largest cosmetics market, with new brands and ingredients emerging constantly, providing rich learning resources.