Alayna Bouie
Toledo,OH
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cosmetics Colorants Intern
American Colors Inc
08.2023 - Current
- Created new color dispersions using pigment wetting vehicles from esteemed suppliers.
- Color-matched over 20+ pigment dispersions for clients looking to launch trending product lines
- Presented to company executives and technical teams on project updates and plans
Sunscreen Lab Technician
Sula Labs
06.2023 - Current
- Tested the in vitro SPF values for up to 10 brands ranging from luxury to indie, using the FDA 2011 method
- Collected SPF and Critical Wavelength data in Excel spreadsheets and consulted on results with team leaders and clients.
Technical Content Writer
MULTI Brands
03.2023 - Current
- Translated complex scientific concepts and technical information, on topics related to cosmetic chemistry, into accessible and engaging content for a young audience.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Toledo
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Lead and prepared labs for 30 students, and taught 80 different cosmetic formulations, along with testing methods for them.
Graduate Thesis
Tinted Sunscreens For Dark Skin
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Formulated and tested 9 different tinted sunscreens using ultramarine blue for SPF, UV/Vis light transmittance, and absorption, as well as color in terms of L*a*b*.
Formulation Chemist Intern
Sonia Organics
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and formulated 8 different color cosmetic and skincare products.
- Used organic and natural chemistry to market to holistic consumers.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences in Industrial Pharmacy
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design, Chemistry and Marketing
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05.2021
Skills
- Formulation and Product Development
- 3D modeling for Packaging
- Trend Analysis
- Public Speaking
- Report Writing
- Statistical Analysis
- UV Transmittance Analyzer
- Colorimeter
- Data Collection with Microsoft Office
- Corneometer and Tewameter for Claim Substantiation
Affiliations
American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, Secretary
Society of Cosmetic Chemists, Member
Certification
Continuing Education Course: Cosmetic Claim Substantiation
Timeline
Cosmetics Colorants Intern
American Colors Inc
08.2023 - Current
Sunscreen Lab Technician
Sula Labs
06.2023 - Current
Technical Content Writer
MULTI Brands
03.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Toledo
08.2021 - 05.2023
Graduate Thesis
Tinted Sunscreens For Dark Skin
08.2021 - 05.2023
Formulation Chemist Intern
Sonia Organics
05.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences in Industrial Pharmacy
The University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design, Chemistry and Marketing
University of Toledo
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