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Savannah Benton

Escondido

Summary

Enthusiastic Associate Chemist with a proven track record at Creative Nail Design, excelling in problem solving and collaborative teamwork. Spearheaded significant reformulations, streamlined outdated systems, and helped achieve a 45% reduction in bulk costs. Skilled in instrumental analysis and critical thinking, I thrive in fast-paced environments, driving innovation and optimizing processes for enhanced results. Cosmetic chemistry is my ultimate passion and I am seeking a higher education in this realm.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Chemist

Creative Nail Design
06.2022 - Current
  • Joined the team through an 8-week internship and turned it into a permanent position through hard work and dedication.
  • Spearheaded Solar Speed Spray reformulation, Solar Oil fragrance expansion, and formulation of upcoming product Lightning Oil.
  • Collaborated with R&D team on massive reformulation projects that simplified 400 shades of Shellac into three common base formulas and reduced bulk costs by 45%.
  • Set up a scheduling system and trained in nail professionals to reduce no-shows for the testing program and streamline appointment setup.
  • Created a new method of data capture through SurveyMonkey to optimize data analysis.
  • Worked with Museum of Contemporary Art of San Diego and hosted a pop-up nail art bar at their Avant Garde Ball, which attracted 400+ guests whom all received a QR code directing them to the nearest CND salon.
  • Directed, filmed and edited content for social media that has garnered over 200k views and increased overall engagement.

Beauty Advisor

Ulta
04.2019 - Current
  • Worked as a Beauty Advisor, promoted to Lead Cashier, then Clinique Consultant; now working as a Task Associate to accommodate my schedule at CND.
  • Educated customers on proper product usage techniques, fostering confidence in their ability to replicate results at home.
  • Maintained an organized and visually appealing product display, resulting in increased customer interest and engagement.
  • Trained colleagues on how to work the register, sign up guests to the loyalty program, and push credit card applications.
  • Met a $2,000 weekly goal for selling Clinique products as the sole Clinique Consultant.



Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

California State University, San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
05-2024

Associate of Science - Chemistry

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA
05-2022

Skills

  • Laboratory techniques
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Instrumental analysis
  • Research and development
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Product development
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability

Affiliations

  • Society of Cosmetic Chemists Member

Timeline

Associate Chemist

Creative Nail Design
06.2022 - Current

Beauty Advisor

Ulta
04.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

California State University, San Marcos

Associate of Science - Chemistry

Palomar College

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