Job Description
Job Description: Makeup Production Specialist (Cosmetic Chemist)
Divino Seas – Luxury Swimwear & Beauty Division
Miami, FL
About Us
Divino Seas is a luxury swimwear brand inspired by timeless elegance and innovation. We are expanding into beauty and cosmetics to complement our brand’s vision of confidence, luxury, and empowerment. We are seeking a highly qualified Makeup Production Specialist with a background in cosmetic chemistry to lead product development, formulation, and production for our new beauty line.
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Role Overview
The Makeup Production Specialist will oversee the research, development, formulation, and manufacturing of cosmetic products (foundations, lip products, skin-safe pigments, bronzers, etc.) to align with Divino Seas’ luxury positioning. This role requires deep expertise in cosmetic chemistry, ingredient safety, chemical composition, and FDA/INCI compliance, ensuring high-performing and safe products.
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Key Responsibilities
• Formulation Development:
• Create and test formulations for luxury makeup products (lipsticks, bronzers, foundations, highlighters, etc.).
• Accurately calculate chemical compositions, concentrations, and ingredient amounts to ensure product stability, performance, and safety.
• Maintain precise records of formulations, ingredient sourcing, and batch production.
• Ingredient & Safety Compliance:
• Ensure all formulations comply with FDA, EU (REACH), and international cosmetic regulations.
• Conduct stability, compatibility, and preservative efficacy testing.
• Review INCI nomenclature and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Production Oversight:
• Manage lab-scale batches and scale up to production levels.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to source high-quality ingredients.
• Establish SOPs for measuring, mixing, and quality control of raw materials and finished goods.
• Innovation & Research:
• Identify emerging trends in luxury makeup and sustainable formulation.
• Research natural pigments, clean beauty standards, and innovative textures.
• Contribute to packaging compatibility studies.
• Cross-Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with Creative Direction, Marketing, and Operations teams.
• Support branding alignment by ensuring product performance matches luxury expectations.
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Qualifications & Requirements
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s/PhD (preferred) in:
• Cosmetic Science / Cosmetic Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Organic Chemistry / Chemical Engineering
• Biochemistry
• Experience:
• Minimum 3–5 years in cosmetic product development or formulation.
• Proven track record creating luxury or mass-market makeup products.
• Experience with stability testing, raw material sourcing, and GMP standards.
• Technical Skills:
• Expertise in chemical composition, ingredient compatibility, and emulsification systems.
• Strong knowledge of color pigments, fillers, surfactants, emulsifiers, and preservatives.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment (viscometers, homogenizers, pH meters, etc.).
• Familiarity with clean beauty standards and sustainable formulation practices.
• Other Skills:
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in measurements, and safety protocol adherence.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage production timelines and multiple projects simultaneously.
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Preferred Certifications
• Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) Membership
• IFSCC or COPTIS Certification
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Training
• HACCP and ISO 22716 compliance knowledge
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What We Offer
• Opportunity to lead the creation of a luxury beauty line under a globally expanding fashion brand.
• Competitive salary + benefits.
• Creative, collaborative work environment in Miami.
• Career growth as we expand Divino Seas Beauty.