Graduated with BS in Chemistry from Morehouse College in 2010, then MS in Cosmetic Science from University of Cincinnati in 2012. Began at Estée Lauder as Junior Formulator in 2012, developing oil-control hydrators; promoted to Senior Chemist at Procter & Gamble in 2017, leading teams on products for acne's 50 million annual U.S. cases and eczema barriers. Contributed to five patents on glycerin-hyaluronic synergies by 2021. Departed corporate in 2022 to consult for clean beauty startups, optimizing textures for the $26.01 billion U.S. skincare market. Now based in Fort Lauderdale, I audit formulas for indie brands emphasizing occlusive-emollient balances. As a dad to 8-year-old twins, I road-test products during our annual Keys fishing trips to confirm sweat-proof performance. Presented at Society of Cosmetic Chemists conferences on humectant stability.
- BS Chemistry
- MS Cosmetic Science
- SCC Fellow