Executive / Senior Formulator – Color Cosmetics

Purplle.com; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Purplle.com in Mumbai invites an Executive/Senior Formulator – Color Cosmetics to join the R&D team. You will develop stable color cosmetic formulations across lip, face, eye products, and scale up processes for pilot and commercial batches.

The role requires strong formulation expertise, knowledge of regulatory guidelines, and hands-on experience in tech transfer, stability testing, and collaboration with suppliers to drive innovative, market-ready products.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in color cosmetic R&D.
• Exposure to tech transfer, scale‑up & sensory evaluation.
• Familiarity with cosmetic regulations (FDA, BIS, EU, etc.).
• Proficiency in documentation, report writing, and formulation record‑keeping.
• Creative mindset with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative and stable formulations for color cosmetic products (lipsticks, foundations, eyeliners, compacts, etc.).
• Evaluate, source, and qualify raw materials for functionality, safety, and compatibility.
• Collaborate with suppliers for new material innovations and technical support.
• Conduct stability studies, compatibility tests, and product performance evaluations.
• Document findings and propose formulation adjustments when required.
• Prepare detailed formulation dossiers and manufacturing instructions.
• Partner with production teams for successful pilot and commercial batch scale‑up.
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges during tech transfer.
• Ensure formulations comply with regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
• Maintain updated knowledge of global cosmetic regulations.
• Track and analyse global beauty trends, textures, pigments, and technologies.
• Translate consumer needs into innovative product concepts and formulations.
• Work closely with packaging, quality, procurement, and marketing teams to deliver successful product launches.
• Work Closely with teams for Consumer & Market Studies.

Skills

Formulation science

Stability testing

Tech transfer

Documentation

Shade matching

Regulatory compliance

Creativity

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science or Chemistry

M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science (advantage)

Job description

Position: Executive / Senior Formulator – Color Cosmetics

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Location: Mumbai (Ghatkopar)

Reports To: R&D Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Color Cosmetic Formulator to join our R&D team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing formulations across various cosmetic categories (face, lips, eyes, skin). The role requires strong technical expertise in raw materials, formulation science, stability studies, and hands‑on experience in tech transfer and scale‑up processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative and stable formulations for color cosmetic products (lipsticks, foundations, eyeliners, compacts, etc.). Benchmark and reformulate products based on market trends, consumer insights, and regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate, source, and qualify raw materials for functionality, safety, and compatibility.
• Collaborate with suppliers for new material innovations and technical support.
• Conduct stability studies, compatibility tests, and product performance evaluations.
• Document findings and propose formulation adjustments when required.
• Prepare detailed formulation dossiers and manufacturing instructions.
• Partner with production teams for successful pilot and commercial batch scale‑up.
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges during tech transfer.
• Ensure formulations comply with regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
• Maintain updated knowledge of global cosmetic regulations.
• Track and analyse global beauty trends, textures, pigments, and technologies.
• Translate consumer needs into innovative product concepts and formulations.
• Work closely with packaging, quality, procurement, and marketing teams to deliver successful product launches.
• Work Closely with teams for Consumer & Market Studies.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in color cosmetic R&D.
• Exposure to tech transfer, scale‑up & sensory evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of formulations, raw materials, pigments, emulsions,dispersions, and delivery systems.
• Proven experience in stability studies, product testing, and tech transfer.
• Familiarity with cosmetic regulations (FDA, BIS, EU, etc.).
• Proficiency in documentation, report writing, and formulation record-keeping.
• Creative mindset with problem-solving skills and ability to handle multipleprojects.

Key Skills

• Formulation science &product development
• Communications Skill
• Raw material expertise & supplier coordination
• Document formulation trials, test reports, and maintain R&D record
• Shade Matching Skills
• Stability & compatibility testing
• Tech transfer & scale‑up process
• Regulatory compliance knowledge
• Strong analytical & documentation skills
• Creativity and market trend awareness

About Company

Founded in 2011, Purplle has emerged as one of India’s premier omnichannel beauty destinations, redefining the way millions shop for beauty. With 1,000+ brands, 60,000+ products, and over 7 million monthly active users, Purplle has built a powerhouse platform that seamlessly blends online and offline experiences. Expanding its footprint in 2022, Purplle introduced 6,000+ offline touchpoints and launched 100+ stores, strengthening its presence beyond digital. Beyond hosting third‑party brands, Purplle has successfully scaled its own D2C powerhouses—FACES CANADA, Good Vibes, Carmesi, Purplle, and NY Bae—offering trend‑driven, high‑quality beauty essentials. What sets Purplle apart is its technology driven hyper‑personalized shopping experience. By curating detailed user personas, enabling virtual makeup trials, and delivering tailored product recommendations based on personality, search intent, and purchase behavior, Purplle ensures a unique, customer‑first approach. In 2022, Purplle achieved unicorn status, becoming India’s 102nd unicorn, backed by an esteemed group of investors including ADIA, Kedaara, Premji Invest, Sequoia Capital India, JSW Ventures, Goldman Sachs, Verlinvest, Blume Ventures, and Paramark Ventures. With a 3,000+ strong team and an unstoppable vision, Purplle is set to lead the charge in India’s booming beauty landscape, revolutionizing the way the nation experiences beauty.