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Esan  S.

Esan S.

Formulation Chemist | Cosmetic, Food & Supplement Formulation

Hello, I'm Esan, a professional Formulation Chemist specializing in custom product formulation, formula optimization, product development, and commercial manufacturing support. I help startups, established brands, and manufacturers transform ideas into stable, safe, high-performance, and market-ready products through science-driven research and practical formulation expertise. I have hands-on experience developing custom formulations across cosmetics, personal care, food, nutraceuticals, household products, pet care, and industrial chemicals. Whether you're creating a brand-new product, improving an existing formulation, or preparing for commercial production, I provide complete technical support from concept to commercialization. My Expertise Cosmetic Formulation Skincare Hair care Hair oils Scalp serums Creams Lotions Serums Scrubs Styling products Clean beauty formulations Waterproof formulations Food & Beverage Formulation Functional foods Functional beverages Gummies Ice cream Powders Herbal blends Shelf-life recommendations Food safety guidance Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals Custom formulations White-label support Ingredient selection Regulatory guidance Manufacturing support Household & Industrial Products Cleaning formulations Glass cleaners Hard-surface cleaners Detergents Industrial chemicals Disinfectants Air fresheners Pet Care Products Shampoos Conditioners Grooming sprays Supplements Treats Services I Provide Custom product formulation Formula optimization Prototype development Formula review Product reformulation Reverse engineering Ingredient compatibility assessment Ingredient recommendations Raw material sourcing guidance Complete INCI documentation Formula percentages Manufacturing instructions Batch manufacturing sheets Mixing order and processing procedures Batch scaling instructions Production scaling support Stability recommendations Shelf-life guidance Product performance improvement Technical documentation Manufacturing support Commercialization consulting Why Clients Hire Me ✔ Custom formulations tailored to your product goals ✔ Stable, production-ready, market-ready formulations ✔ Formula optimization to improve performance, stability, texture, and user experience ✔ Scientific R&D backed by practical manufacturing knowledge ✔ Experience supporting prototype testing through commercial manufacturing ✔ Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, compatibility, preservation systems, pH balance, viscosity, and product stability ✔ Knowledge of regulatory compliance, product safety, quality assurance, and documentation ✔ Clear communication, organized project management, and reliable turnaround Whether you're developing a new cosmetic, supplement, food product, cleaning formulation, or industrial chemical, I can help you create a commercial-ready formulation designed for performance, scalability, safety, and long-term success. If you're looking for a Formulation Chemist who can provide custom formulations, prototype development, formula optimization, manufacturing support, technical documentation, stability guidance, and commercialization expertise, I'd be happy to discuss your project and help bring your product to market.

🇳🇬Lagos Island, Nigeria$20/hr100% JSS5.00 (6)Since Jul 2022
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$46

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#152,298 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#6,090 / 13.8k
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $277

Total earnings
$1k

Billed in all: $1k

World#393,612 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#12,764 / 13.8k
Per project
$112

$139 in the last 6 months

World#298,111 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#10,333 / 13.8k
Projects, last 6 months
2
100% fixed0% hourly
World#88,918 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#5,057 / 13.8k
Projects in all
9

Across 12 contracts

100% fixed0% hourly
World#212,268 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#7,852 / 13.8k

Earnings, last 30 days

$1kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$1,000$1,020$1,040$1,060Oct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 25% in Economics

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