Joanna Chia

Enthusiastic and self-motivated cosmetic science graduate (graduated with a 2:1) with a passion for skincare, beauty and lifestyle. A proactive and energetic individual seeking an opportunity to work on developing my cosmetic industry experience to progress my professional journey. Proven record of reliability, punctuality, organisation and team work in academic and professional roles.

Cosmetic Scientist Intern - DNA Nudge - London

(2018-09 - 2019-08)

• Implemented ideas to improve the DNA Nudge app through researching scientific, marketing literature and attending talks
• Scored the efficacy of cosmetic ingredients using scientific literature
• Improved existing scoring systems for the DNA Nudge app
• Worked closely with Engineers, Dieticians, Behavioural Scientist, Dermatologists, Computer Scientist and Biologist
• Wrote protocols for Quality Management

Beauty Product Tester Intern - Hearst, Good House Keeping - London

(2018-03 - 2018-03)

• Assisted in blinding products for panelists
• Assisted product testing projects by using cutometer and corneometer machines to test the elasticity and hydration levels of panelists
• Ensured testing was completed in time and according to the test design

Technical & Sales - Agroindustrias Osho InCosmetics - Amsterdam

(2018-04 - 2018-04)

• Assisted at the world's leading events for personal care ingredients - InCosmetics Global at RAI Amsterdam, completing business contact forms with customers and distributors, specifically representing raw ingredients supplier Agroindustrias Osho
• Gaining communication skills, advertisement and knowledge about marketing of natural ingredients, deep insight in the beauty industry

iMSc. - Cosmetic Science - University of the Arts London (2016-09 - 2022-08)

Access to H.E. Science - Science - Kingston College (2015-09 - 2016-07)

A Levels - Burntwood School (2006-09 - 2013-06)