Position: Executive / Senior Formulator – Color Cosmetics

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Location: Mumbai (Ghatkopar)

Reports To: R&D Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Color Cosmetic Formulator to join

our R&D team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing

formulations across various cosmetic categories (face, lips, eyes, skin). The role

requires strong technical expertise in raw materials, formulation science, stability

studies, and hands-on experience in tech transfer and scale-up processes.

Key Responsibilities

 Formulation Development:

• Design and develop innovative and stable formulations for color
  
  

cosmetic products (lipsticks, foundations, eyeliners, compacts, etc.).

• Benchmark and reformulate products based on market trends,
  
  

consumer insights, and regulatory guidelines.

 Raw Material Expertise

• Evaluate, source, and qualify raw materials for functionality, safety, and
  
  

compatibility.

• Collaborate with suppliers for new material innovations and technical
  
  

support.

 Stability & Performance Testing

• Conduct stability studies, compatibility tests, and product performance
  
  

evaluations.

• Document findings and propose formulation adjustments when
  
  

required.

 Scale-Up & Tech Transfer

• Prepare detailed formulation dossiers and manufacturing instructions.
• Partner with production teams for successful pilot and commercial
  
  

batch scale-up.

• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges during tech
  
  

transfer.

 Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure formulations comply with regulatory, quality, and safety
  
  

standards.

• Maintain updated knowledge of global cosmetic regulations.
  
  

 Innovation & Trend Alignment

• Track and analyse global beauty trends, textures, pigments, and
  
  

technologies.

• Translate consumer needs into innovative product concepts and
  
  

formulations.

 Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with packaging, quality, procurement, and marketing
  
  

teams to deliver successful product launches.

• Work Closely with teams for Consumer & Market Studies.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience:

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in color cosmetic R&D.
• Exposure to tech transfer, scale-up & sensory evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of formulations, raw materials, pigments, emulsions,dispersions, and delivery systems.
• Proven experience in stability studies, product testing, and tech transfer.
• Familiarity with cosmetic regulations (FDA, BIS, EU, etc.).
• Proficiency in documentation, report writing, and formulation record-keeping.
• Creative mindset with problem-solving skills and ability to handle multipleprojects.
  
  

Key Skills

• Formulation science &product development
• Communications Skill
• Raw material expertise & supplier coordination
• Document formulation trials, test reports, and maintain R&D record
• Shade Matching Skills
• Stability & compatibility testing
• Tech transfer & scale-up process
• Regulatory compliance knowledge
• Strong analytical & documentation skills
• Creativity and market trend awareness
  
  

About Company

Founded in 2011, Purplle has emerged as one of India’s premier omnichannel beauty destinations, redefining the way millions shop for beauty. With 1,000+ brands, 60,000+ products, and over 7 million monthly active users, Purplle has built a powerhouse platform that seamlessly blends online and offline experiences.

Expanding its footprint in 2022, Purplle introduced 6,000+ offline touchpoints and launched 100+ stores, strengthening its presence beyond digital. Beyond hosting third-party brands, Purplle has successfully scaled its own D2C powerhouses—FACES CANADA, Good Vibes, Carmesi, Purplle, and NY Bae—offering trend-driven, high-quality beauty essentials.

What sets Purplle apart is its technology driven hyper-personalized shopping experience. By curating detailed user personas, enabling virtual makeup trials, and delivering tailored product recommendations based on personality, search intent, and purchase behavior, Purplle ensures a unique, customer-first approach.

In 2022, Purplle achieved unicorn status, becoming India’s 102nd unicorn, backed by an esteemed group of investors including ADIA, Kedaara, Premji Invest, Sequoia Capital India, JSW Ventures, Goldman Sachs, Verlinvest, Blume Ventures, and Paramark Ventures.

With a 3,000+ strong team and an unstoppable vision, Purplle is set to lead the charge in India’s booming beauty landscape, revolutionizing the way the nation experiences beauty.