Master in Cosmetic Industrial Science

Tuition fees are 3,843 EUR per year.

Cosmetic industrial science is concerned with the formulation, production, and quality control of cosmetic and personal care products, drawing on chemistry, biology, and pharmaceutical science. The field typically covers the chemistry of cosmetic ingredients, product formulation, skin and hair biology, safety assessment, regulatory requirements, and the industrial processes used to manufacture cosmetics at scale. Students learn how raw materials are combined and tested to create products such as skincare, haircare, and personal hygiene items, while also studying the toxicological and regulatory standards that govern product safety before items reach the market. Coursework often bridges laboratory science with practical knowledge of manufacturing and quality assurance within the cosmetics industry. Graduates commonly pursue careers in cosmetic and personal care companies, product formulation and research and development roles, regulatory affairs, and quality control, as well as further study or research in cosmetic or pharmaceutical science. Cosmetic Industrial Science is offered as a master's degree at Università degli Studi di Milano, in Milano, Italy, running for two years and taught in English. This discipline suits students with an interest in applying chemical and biological science to a specific industrial sector focused on consumer products for skin and personal care. Italy has a notable cosmetics and personal care manufacturing sector, giving relevance to studying this field within the country. Students in this programme typically develop technical expertise spanning formulation science, safety evaluation, and industrial production methods, preparing them for roles that combine scientific knowledge with the practical demands of bringing cosmetic products to market under applicable regulatory standards.