Stalin S.
Cosmetic Product Formulator | Regulatory Compliance Expert
Chemical Engineer | Cosmetic Formulator | Regulatory Compliance Specialist | Database Builder ⭐⭐⭐ Recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award for exceptional performance throughout the Certificate in Cosmetic Regulatory Essentials. I’m a Chemical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in cosmetic formulation, regulatory compliance, product development, manufacturing, and technical documentation. I help brands develop stable formulations, meet global cosmetic regulations, and build organized ingredient databases that streamline compliance. My background spans R&D, manufacturing operations, regulatory review —giving clients a rare combination of technical depth + documentation accuracy + formulation expertise. 🌿 Core Services Cosmetic & Household Formulation • Developed 100+ personal care products: body wash, shampoo, conditioner, styling creams/gels, pomades, lip balms • Created pet care products • Formulated household cleaners: disinfectants, detergents, dishwashing liquids, all-purpose cleaners • Built industrial cleaning formulas: metal cleaners, degreasers, car wash concentrates, CIP cleaners, acid/alkali detergents • Developed architectural coatings, thermal-insulating paint, solvent-based decorative coatings Regulatory Compliance (ASEAN • EU • US • AU • South Africa • MERCOSUR • IFRA) • Reviewed 1,000+ ingredient regulatory records • Formula compliance checks (banned/restricted lists, allergens, usage limits) • Label and INCI compliance across multiple regions • Screen ingredients against Retailer's Restricted Substance List or Clean Beauty Program Ingredient Database Building & Automation • Builds regulatory ingredient databases (Sheets/Excel) • Collaborates with data engineers in automating compliance tagging, restrictions logic, and classification • Creates structured templates for faster approval workflows Technical Documentation & Manufacturing Support • Writes SDS, TDS, labels, technical sheets • Supports process optimization, production troubleshooting, and procedure development ✔️ Why Clients Choose Me • Strong technical + regulatory background • Fast and accurate output • Clear communication of complex information • Detailed, clean, and well-structured documentation • Ability to support all stages: formulation → compliance → documentation → database building
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $15k
Billed in all: $316,946$317k
$15k in the last 6 months
Across 55 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 2% in Chemistry
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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