Course Curriculum
Surfactant Science
How surfactants work at the molecular level. Micelle formation, critical micelle concentration, and why some surfactants clean better than others.
Sulfate vs. Sulfate-Free
The real science behind the debate. When SLS is fine. When it's not. How to formulate gentle alternatives that still clean effectively.
Building a Surfactant Blend
Creating synergy for gentle cleansing. Primary, secondary, and tertiary surfactants. Mildness boosters that work.
pH and the Skin Barrier
Why pH 5.5 matters. Buffering systems. How to test and adjust pH properly. What happens when you get it wrong.
Foam Quality
Foam boosters and the psychology of lather. Big bubbles vs. creamy foam. What consumers expect vs. what actually cleans.
Thickening Cleansers
Salt curves and rheology modifiers. Getting that perfect gel consistency. Why your cleanser is too thin (or too thick).
Specialty Cleansers
Micellar waters, oil cleansers, balms, and double cleansing systems. Different formats for different needs.
Shampoo Formulation
Hair vs. skin — the differences that matter. Conditioning agents, silicone alternatives, and formulas for different hair types.
STUDENT REVIEWS
What Our Students Say
Nneka O.
Lagos
"My shampoos used to leave hair feeling like straw. Now I understand WHY — wrong surfactant blend. This course taught me to formulate gentle cleansers that actually work."
COHORT 5
Grace A.
Ibadan
"The pH module was eye-opening. I had no idea how much damage I was doing with high-pH cleansers. Now my customers report less irritation and better skin."
COHORT 6
Samuel K.
Nairobi
"I now make sulfate-free cleansers that foam beautifully and cleanse effectively. My clients can't believe they're gentle enough for sensitive skin."
COHORT 4
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