- Enabled me to gain a holistic overview of the entire cosmetic product development and production process.
- Provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the cosmetic industry, from formulation to commercialization.
- Helped me cultivate essential soft skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals of diverse perspectives.
- Strengthened my ability to work independently and approach challenges with creative problem-solving skills.
- Offered me the valuable opportunity to develop a cosmetic formulation from scratch and troubleshoot issues autonomously, fostering a strong sense of independent problem-solving which is a crucial skill in the professional environment.
- Allowed me to deepen my knowledge of cosmetic science and understand the formulation principles behind various types of cosmetic products.
- Gave me the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge acquired in school to real-world product development and manufacturing scenarios, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice.
Cons
- Formulation work can be quite stressful, as it is often challenging to achieve an optimal product. Setbacks are common, and addressing them can be time-consuming in daily operations.
1. Friendly colleagues who are supportive.
2. Lot's of learning and exposure to out of classroom learning.
3. Work closely with the boss and other dept team which creates a lot of trust, harmony and understanding of each other's task.
4. Given Freedom of Autonomy to make decisions which help with critical thinking and great that the working environment gives a lot of trust in you and your work.
5. Team bonding and team lunch to have work life balances
Cons
Would prefer to have more team members in marketing so that I can put more effort in task that requires more time and effort compared to rushing to chase deadlines and not being able to put in more focus to multitask multiple tasks.