Skin Care Formula Development Specialist

Puig; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Entrepreneurial culture

Learning opportunities

International growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Descripción de la vacante

Puig is expanding its skincare, suncare and haircare innovation at a new R&D center in Barcelona. You will own the creation and development of breakthrough formulations for our skincare brands, from concept to scale‑up and launch, reporting to the Head of Product Development.

Join a fast‑growing, premium beauty house where testing, regulatory compliance and collaboration with packaging and manufacturing teams ensure high‑quality products that captivate consumers worldwide.

Formación

• 1-3 years' experience in developing new formulas for the skincare category.
• Passion for the skincare category and consumer insights.
• Understanding of cosmetic product attributes and consumer insights related to skincare product development.
• Understanding of trends, markets, competitors and beauty categories.
• Working knowledge in physical testing and analytical methods.
• Familiar with global cosmetic regulations and cosmetic GMP.
• Spanish and English and/or French is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in skincare product development in Luxury & Prestige segment.

Responsabilidades

• Test new ingredients and run experimental plan.
• Create and design formulas in our brand-new R&D Center.
• Coordinate product testing (microbiology, safety, efficacy).
• Evaluate formulas, highlight product performance, run risk analysis.
• Coordinate homologation testing and data monitoring for ensuring high quality level and commercial feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with the packaging team in designing a product that is valuable for the consumers.
• Connect with factories and run technical feasibility, upscale formula on site.
• Lead manufacturing transfer process from pilot lab batches to commercial production.
• Prepare, review, and change laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain continuing awareness of scientific and technological advances related to the development of cosmetic products.
• Watch and monitor evolution of the trends, markets and competitors.
• Contribute to the category strategic innovation axis.
• Report progresses to your manager.

Conocimientos

Formulation development

Skincare expertise

Analytical methods

Physical testing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Spanish/English/French

Cosmetic regulations

GMP knowledge

Educación

Master's degree or higher in Science (Chemistry, Cosmetic Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy or Chemical Engineering)

Descripción del empleo

Puig is a home of Love Brands within a family company that furthers wellness, confidence and self-expression while leaving a better world. For more than a century, our entrepreneurial spirit and passion for creativity have made us a challenger in the premium beauty industry.

With 17 Love Brands across Fragrance and Fashion, Makeup and Skincare, we create stories that connect with people’s emotions and are powered by a global team of over 13,000 passionate professionals. With products sold in more than 150 countries and €5,042 million in net revenue in 2025, and guided by strong values and sustainability commitments, Puig continues to grow as a Home of Creativity: an open-minded space where Creators Of All Kinds are empowered to thrive, innovate and express who they are.

Job description

Who we are

Puig is a home of Love Brands within a family company that furthers wellness, confidence and self-expression while leaving a better world. For more than a century, our entrepreneurial spirit and passion for creativity have made us a challenger in the premium beauty industry.

With 17 Love Brands across Fragrance and Fashion, Makeup and Skincare, we create stories that connect with people’s emotions and are powered by a global team of over 13,000 passionate professionals. With products sold in more than 150 countries and €5,042 million in net revenue in 2025, and guided by strong values and sustainability commitments, Puig continues to grow as a Home of Creativity: an open-minded space where Creators Of All Kinds are empowered to thrive, innovate and express who they are.

The Opportunity

We’re elevating our Skincare, Suncare, and Haircare portfolio by optimizing the operating model and increasing execution efficiency. Reporting to the Head of Product Development, you will own the creation and development of breakthrough formulations for our skincare brands, from concept to scale‑up and launch.

What you'll get to do

• Test new ingredients and run experimental plan
• Create and design formulas in our brand-new R&D Center
• Coordinate product testing (microbiology, safety, efficacy)
• Evaluate formulas, highlight product performance, run risk analysis
• Coordinate homologation testing and data monitoring for ensuring high quality level and commercial feasibility
• Collaborate closely with the packaging team in designing a product that is valuable for the consumers
• Connect with factories and run technical feasibility, upscale formula on site
• Lead manufacturing transfer process from pilot lab batches to commercial production
• Prepare, review, and change laboratory Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain continuing awareness of scientific and technological advances related to the development of cosmetic products
• Watch and monitor evolution of the trends, markets and competitors
• Contribute to the category strategic innovation axis
• Report progresses to your manager

We'd love to meet you if you have

• 1-3 years' experience in developing new formulas for the skincare category
• Passion for the skincare category
• Understanding of cosmetic product attributes and consumer insights related to skincare product development
• Understanding of trends, markets, competitors and beauty categories
• Working knowledge in physical testing and analytical methods
• Familiar with global cosmetic regulations and cosmetic GMP
• Master's Degree or higher in Science (Chemistry, Cosmetic Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy or Chemical Engineering)
• Spanish and English and/or French is a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience in skincare product development in Luxury & Prestige segment

We welcome Creators Of All Kinds.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

• An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
• A competitive compensation & benefits package