JSS UNIVERSITY CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION

PROGRAMME PROJECT REPORT (PPR)

Course: M.Sc. Cosmetic Science Duration: 2 Years

A. Programs mission and Objectives

 Provide knowledge on cosmetics, and related sciences, cosmeceuticals (cosmetics with

skin, hair and oral care benefits) and personal care and hygiene products.
 Provide multidisciplinary scientific knowledge to gain expertise in the field and to respond
the industry challenges effectively.
 Provide with knowledge on marketing approaches on studying consumer need, need gaps,
managing competition and global markets.
 Develop your potential to have a career in this fast growing industry in the area of product
development & research, regulatory, quality assurance and manufacturing or pursue
academic research in the area or to become an entrepreneur in the field.

(a) Rationale: The main reason for offering this program are:
 To create a workforce in application of principles of cosmetic science for the rapidly
growing FMCG
 Provide in depth learning in cosmetic science, which will serve as a focus for research into
the field of cosmetic science

(b) Goals and Objectives:

 This course is designed to provide foundation knowledge of cosmetic principles to address
the needs of cosmetic industry.
 Provide practical skills in the area of biology, formulation science and analytical techniques
required to scientifically design and develop products.

B. Relevance of the program with HEI’s Mission & Goals:

The MSc qualification offers a distinct advantage in today’s competitive environment.

MSc Cosmetic Science is an exciting new applied science course offered from Faculty of
Life Sciences, JSS University, Mysore. It is designed for students who want a career within
the cosmetic and toiletry industry, and focuses on the needs of the cosmetic industry and
its consumers, at the same time as providing students with the critical and evaluative skills
to be able to function as professional cosmetic scientists.

The course provides students with knowledge and understanding of the various disciplines
within Cosmetic Science, Cosmetic Formulation Science and the organization and function
of the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery industries. These industries have expanded in
recent years as consumers have become more aware of the potential benefits of their
products. Currently not many postgraduate courses in Cosmetic Science in India, hence the
proposed course offers a unique educational experience and very good employment
prospects. The personal care industry recognizes that the course offers immediate relevance
to the industry, with graduates who will already have an understanding of the way the
industry operates and the challenges it faces. This forms the premise for this program and
the mission and goal of MSc Cosmetic Science program.
 C. Nature of the prospective target group of learners:

 Formulation scientists
 Students with keen interest in R&D
 Undergraduate students
 Mpharm and Bpharm students
D. Appropriateness of program to be conducted in open and distance learning mode to
acquire specific skills and competence

Upon successful completion of this course the participant/student will be able to

demonstrate:

1. Scientific knowledge in design and development of a product that is safe, efficacious and
meeting consumer, regulatory and business needs.
2. An understanding at strategic level, the structure and functioning of the cosmetic/personal
hygiene/perfumery industry.
3. Knowledge to have a career in all technical area in this field.
4. Also, graduates will be able to develop,

i. Creativity and innovation

ii. Intercultural communication and cooperation
iii. Structured food product development
iv. Nutrient requirements and recommendations Sensory analysis
v. Entrepreneurship

E. Instructional Delivery Mechanism

JSS University follows a modern ICT enabled approach for instruction. The methodology of
instruction in JSS University is different from that of the conventional /regular programs. Our
system is learner-oriented and the learner is an active participant in the teaching-learning process.
Most of the instructions are imparted through online and distance mode. Academic delivery
systems of JSS University are:

 Print Material: JSS University mainly focuses on Self Learning Material (SLM) and their
up gradation by eminent teachers/academicians both from JSS University and other reputed
universities/institutions. As text information plays a vital role in distance education, print
based instruction has a critical role in JSS University distance learning initiatives.
 Audio-Visual Material Aids: The learning package contains audio and video programmes
which have been produced by the University for the enhancement of understanding of the
course material given to the student. The video lectures are uploaded in the University
website for the student’s access.
 Online/Virtual Classes: Delivery of classroom-like lectures will also be available in the
student portal for enhanced learning experience.
 Laboratory facilities: JSS University has advanced laboratory for practical training for
younger minds to get hands on experience in cutting edge techniques.
I) Identification of Media
 Print, Audio-Video and Online media will be utilized for the dissemination of knowledge
relevant to the program enrolled.

II) Student support system

JSS University provides an exclusive online portal for students to cater to all of their academic
related matters such as notification of contact classes, assignment details, course material, and
examination schedule. In addition, each student has provision to seek guidance, counseling and
career guidance throughout the program.

F. Procedure for admissions, curriculum transaction and evaluation

Admission to all the programs is through notification in newspaper and on University website. The
admission procedure involves submission of filled application by the candidates after paying the
prescribed fees. The admission scrutiny committee evaluates all the submitted applications and
recommend the eligible candidates. The selected candidates are notified through admissions office
and also on the University website. The selected candidates are expected to report within the
stipulated timeframe for provisional admission to the program.

Curriculum transaction for the program is through the designated online student portal as detailed
above in Section E.

Evaluation: Evaluation will be done as follows:

• University end semester examination: 75 marks for each subject

• Internal Assessment: 25 marks for each subject (theory test, seminars, assignments)

• Independent Project work (for PG and PGD programs): 350 marks

• Project Viva Voce (for PG and PGD programs): 150 marks

Basic Structure and Distribution of Courses

Sl. Study Papers x CIA Marks University Total Total
No. Component credit Examinations Marks Credits
01. Core paper 12 x 4 25 75 100 48
02. Elective 6x4 25 75 100 24
03. Project 350 14
04. Project VIVA 150 06
Total 2300 92

G. Requirement of the Laboratory support and the library resources

The University has designated laboratory space to meet the curriculum requirements of all the
programs.
Library resources: For the enhanced learning opportunities of each of the students enrolled under
the open and distance learning mode, JSS University has mobilized the required textbooks,
journals and articles for access in the department library. These materials are in addition to the
printed study material available for each student.

H. Cost estimate of programme and provisions

Cost estimate of each student/year is as follows:

Certificate Program – Distance Mode = Rs. 10,000

UG Program – Distance Mode = ranges from Rs. 15,000 – Rs. 20,000

PG and PGD Program – Distance Mode= ranges from Rs. 15,000 – Rs. 75,000

The provisions include the following: study material both print and online materials, hiring faculty
members for contact program, contact program laboratory charges, TA/DA for faculty members
and coordinators, classroom and laboratory hiring charges for the contact program.

I. Quality assurance mechanism and expected programme outcomes

The syllabus is prepared considering the need and expectations from various stakeholders,
feedback, and consultation with academicians, industry experts, scholars from relevant field. The
teaching and learning methods incorporate contact classes, online and offline methods. Hands-on
training is provided for practical orientation and independent project work stimulates problem
analysis, techniques for resolving the problem and probable solutions to the same providing
opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge to real time problems in organizations. The
evaluation incorporates transparency and all activities are carried out according to preplanned
academic calendar. The syllabus has clear defined course objective and course outcome for each
of the courses.

Program Outcomes:

By the end of the program, participants/students are expected to get degree in MSc Cosmetic
Science. The participants/students are expected to develop skills for independent &
collaborative learning, reflection and self-development. The course will also provide the
student with a range of underpinning sciences required. The students are exposed to
interdisciplinary subjects such as; chemistry, microbiology, and the structure and properties of
the raw materials used in the cosmetics and toiletry industry. Practical laboratory skills, and
will develop your problem-solving skills through an analytical approaches are integral part of
this program.
 MSc Cosmetic Science - Syllabus

Semester I

Paper 1: Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology

4 CREDITS

Unit-I
1. Introduction

Definition, scope of anatomy and physiology, basic terminologies.

2. General cellular anatomy and physiology
Cell, cell junctions, transport mechanisms, homeostasis, ion channels.
3. Tissues
Definition classification of tissues, their location, characteristics and Functions.
4. Body fluids and blood
Body fluids, composition and functions of blood, haemopoiesis, mechanism of coagulation. Blood grouping
and its significance, lymphatic system.

Unit-II

5. Human skeleton

Structure, composition, classification and function of bones.Identification and few salient features of
important bones of axial and appendicular skeleton. Classification of joints, types of movements.
6. Cardio-Vascular system
Anatomy and physiology of heart. Blood circulation, blood pressure

Unit-III

7. Digestive system

Physiology with special reference to liver, pancreas and intestine..

8. Respiratory system
Anatomy of respiratory tract. Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
9. Urinary system
Structure and function of kidney
10. Skeletal muscle

Physiology of muscle contraction, definition of myasthenia gravis

Unit-IV

11. Nervous system

a. Definition and classification of nervous system

e. Anatomy and functions of cerebrum, cerebellum, brain stem (pons, medulla and mid brain),
hypothalamus, thalamus, basal ganglia

g. Cranial nerves- names and their functions

h. Autonomic nervous system-Anatomy and functions of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system

Unit- V
12. Endocrinology

Physiology of pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and pancreas.

13. Reproductive system
Sex hormones, menstrual cycle

14.Definition of the term “pharmacology”

Basic understanding of the terms: Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics, Pharamacogenetics, adverse

drug reactions, and pre-clinical & clinical studies. (4h))

References

1. Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology for Student Nurses by John Wiley and Sons
2. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses, by Watson
3. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses by Evelyn C. Pearce
4. Physiology and Anatomy: A Basis for Nursing and Health Care by Sigrid Rutishauser
5. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses and Students of Human Biology by Sears, W.Gordo
6. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses, by Ross, Jean R.W.
7. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses by Tony William Alph
8. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses by Evelyn Pearce
9. Basic & clinical Pharmacology by Katzung B.G.

Semester I
Paper- 2: Cosmetic Principles:
4 CREDITS

Unit-1
Regulatory definition of Cosmetics.
Broad classification of cosmetic products for skin, hair and oral care.
Application of various product forms in cosmetics: Solutions, creams, lotions, ointment, paste, gels,
sticks, tablets, capsules, powders and aerosols. Examples from marketed product.
Product Development::
Generation of data
Requirement of a successful formula
Product development process: Defining the product, selection & sources of ingredients, formula
optimization, test batches.

Unit-2

Cosmetic Ingredients
Water: Special consideration for cosmetics use.
Surfactants: Classification and application in cosmetics – Foaming agents, emulsifiers, and solubilizers.
Emollients, humectants and rheological additives: Classification and application in cosmetics
Antioxidants, antimicrobial and chelating agents used as preservatives,. Factors affecting effectiveness of
antimicrobial preservatives.
Perfume: Classification of perfumes. Perfume ingredients listed as allergens in EU guidelines.

Unit-3

Suspensions and Emulsions:

Suspensions: Definitions, general method of preparation, flocculated and de-flocculated suspension, Stoke's
law
Emulsions: Definition, classification, general method of preparation of a cosmetic emulsion, stability of
emulsion – creaming, cracking and phase inversion. Multiple emulsions, concept of HLB and miscelles.

Unit-4

Micrometrics: Particle size and distribution, average particle size, number and weight distribution, particle
number, methods of determining particle size, optical microscopy, sieving, sedimentation measurements,
particle shape, specific surface, methods of determining surface area, permeability, adsorption, derived
properties of powders, porosity, packing arrangement, densities, bulkiness and flow properties.

Unit - 5
Rheology: Newtonian systems, law of flow, kinematic viscosity, effect of temperature on viscosity, non-
Newtonian systems – Plastic, pseudoplastic and dilant system, thixotropy determination of viscosity,
capillary, falling ball and rotational viscometers.

References
1. Harry’s Cosmeticology – Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
2. Cosmetics – Formulation, Manufacturing and Quality Control, P.P. Sharma, 4th edition, Vandana
Publications Pvt. Ltd., Delhi.
3. Drugs and Cosmetic act/rules by govt. of India Publication
4. European Union regulation for cosmetics.
5. Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, Hilda Butler, 10th Edition, Kluwer Academic Publishers
6. Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, André O. Barel, Marc Paye, Howard
I. Maibach, Marianne Mahieu Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
7. Theory and practice of industrial pharmacy by Lachmann
8. E.A.Rawlins, Bentley’s text book on pharmaceutics, 8th edition, 1997.

Semester I

PAPER 3: FUNDAMENTALS OF NANOTECHNOLOGY

4 CREDITS

Unit I:

Fundamentals and overview of Nanoscience and Technology, History of nanoscience, properties at

nanoscale – theory and definition, electronics, optical and magnetic properties at the nanoscale.

Unit II:

Types of nanomaterials, inorganic - metal and metal oxides, organic – self-assembly structures,
liposomes, micelles, nanoemulsions and polymeric nanoparticles, carbon based systems – carbon
nanotubes (CNTs), bucky balls and graphene.

Unit III:
Synthesis of nanomaterials. Top-down method – lithography, ball milling and etching, Bottom-up method
– colloidal method of synthesis, wet-chemistry synthesis and self-assembly.

Unit IV:

Materials used in the synthesis of nanoparticles, organic-based synthetic polymers, phospholipids,

surfactants, inorganic salts, natural biopolymers

Unit V:

Characterization of nanomaterials, electronic microscopy techniques, SEM and TEM, optical

spectroscopy techniques, UV-vis absorption and fluorescence spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering,
Scanning Probe Microscopy, Atomic force microscopy and scanning tunneling microscopy.

References:

1. Nanoscale Science and Technology, Robert W. Kelsall, Ian W. Hamley and Mark Geoghegan, John
Wiley & Sons, Ltd., UK, 2005, ISSN: 978-0-470-85086-2.
2. Introduction to Nanotechnology, Charles P. Poole Jr and Frank J. Owens, Wiley Interscience, New
Jersey, 2003, ISSN: 978-0-471-07935-9.
3. Bio-Inspired Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology, Edited by Yong Zhou, Nova Science, 2005,
ISSN: 978-1608761050.
4. Nano:The Essentials: Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotecnology, T.Pradeep, Tata McGraw-
Hill Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi, 2008, ISSN: 978-0071548298.
5. Nanocrystals: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, C. N. R. Rao, P. J. Thomas and G. U.
Kulkarni, Springer, New York, 2007, ISSN: 978-3-54068751-1.
6. Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, Geoffrey A. Ozin, Royal Society of
Chemistry, Cambridge, UK, 2005, ISSN: 978-1847558954.

Semester I

Paper-4: Analytical Techniques -

4 Credits
Unit-I:

Spectroscopy

a. UV-Visible Spectroscopy: Electronic transitions, Photometric laws, instrumentation and

application.
b. IR Spectroscopy: Principles, Modes of vibrations, instrumentation and application.

Unit-II:

Chromatography-
a. Introduction, classification, Principles of separation
b. General principles, instrumentation and applications of Paper Chromatography, Thin Layer
Chromatography and High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography

Unit-III:

a. Introduction to NMR, Mass and Raman Spectroscopy

b. Introduction to HPLC and GC Techniques

Unit-IV

a. Introduction to Electrochemical Methods of Analysis:

Conductometry (Principles and Conductometric titrations) and Potentiometry (Principles,
Electrodes, measurement of pH, Potentiometric Titrations)

b. Introduction to Thermal Methods of analysis:

Theory and applications of Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Thermal Analysis
(DTA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermo Mechanical Analysis (TMA).
Unit-V:
a. Analytical method development and Validation
b. Quality assurance in Cosmetic Industry

References
1. Spectrometric Identification of Organic compounds - Robert M Silverstein, Sixth edition, John
Wiley & Sons, 2004.
2. Principles of Instrumental Analysis - Doglas A Skoog, F. James Holler, Timothy A. Nieman, 5th
edition, Eastern press, Bangalore, 1998.
3. Vogel’s Text book of quantitative chemical analysis - Jeffery, Basset, Mendham, Denney, 5th
edition, ELDS, 1991.
4. Chromatographic Analysis of Pharmaceuticals, John A. Adamovics, 2nd Edition.
5. Practical Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Part two, A. H. Beckett & J. B. Stenlake – 4th Edition.
6. Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis – B. K. Sharma – 9th Edition.
7. Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Hobert H. Willard, 7th Edition.
8. Organic Spectroscopy – William Kemp, 3rd Edition

Semester I
 Electives 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOMOLECULES

4 CREDITS

Unit I:

Carbohydrates: Structure and classification of carbohydrates

Chemistry of monosaccharides: Pentoses, hexoses, deoxyglucose, amino sugars, muramic acid,
neuraminic acid. Linkages in sucrose, lactose and maltose, trehalose and glycosides.

Isolation of polysaccharides: Homopolysaccharides and heteropolysaccharides, starch, cellulose,

glycogen, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulphate, chitin, xylans, bacterial cell wall polysaccharides, blood
group polysaccharides, pectin and pectic polysaccharides.
Structural elucidation of carbohydrates: graded acid hydrolysis, periodate oxidation, methylation,
acetylation, GC-MS, IR and NMR.
Glycobiology: Glycoproteins; N- and O-glycosylation, lectins, carbohydrates in tissue engineering.
Proteoglycans; agreecan, syndecan, and decorin.

Unit II:

Aminoacids: Nomenclature, classification and buffering properties of amino acids, zwitterionic structure,
reaction of amino acids, unusual amino acids, non protein amino acids.
Peptide bond: Features of the peptide bond, naturally occurring peptides; glutathione enkaphalins and
endorphins. Chemical synthesis of peptides; Khorana's solution phase synthesis, Merrifield's solid phase
synthesis.
Determination of amino acid compositions: Acid and base catalyzed hydrolysis, separation,
quantification, determination of N and C terminal residues, determination of site of glycosylation and type
of linkage (o-glycosyl and n-glycosyl).
Elucidation of structure of proteins - Isolation of proteins; overview of purification and criteria of
purity.
Determination of primary structure: Sequencing strategies; N-terminal and C-terminal, sequencing
methods. Automated sequanators.Determiantion of s-s-bond position. Secondary structure of protein; , 
sheet, -bend, -turn and super secondary structures. Secondary structure prediction methods;
Ramachandran plot, Chou and Fasman algorithm. Tertiary and quaternary structures
Factors responsible for protein folding and confirmation: Anfinsen’s experiment. Weak forces of
interaction; hydrogen bonding, Vander Waal’s forces, London force, ionic interactions, hydrophobic
interactions, S-S bridges, peptide bond, glycosidic bond, phospodiester bond, and allolysine. Denaturation
and renaturation of proteins, molten globule.3D Structure of myoglobin hemoglobin, immunoglobulin,
collagen, chymotrypsin and keratin.Chaperons and Levinthal paradox.

Unit III:

Lipids: Classification of lipids; oils, fats, and waxes. Occurrence and physico chemical properties of fatty
acids, esters of fatty acids, cholesterol, phosopholipids, glycolipids, sphingolipids, cerebrosides and
gangliosides.
Lipid mediators: Eicosanoids, prostaglandins, leukotrienes, prostacyclins, thrombaxanes, DAG and
ceramide

Unit IV:

Nucleic Acids: Nitrogenous bases, nucleosides, nucleotides, physicochemical properties. Isolation of

DNA and RNA from biological sources (microbes, plants and animals). Purification of nucleic acids,
physiochemical properties of nucleic acids, melting of DNA, Tm; factors affecting Tm, Cot curve,
classification of DNA based on cot curve. Chemical reactions of DNA and RNA; Nucleotides as
regulatory molecules, enzyme cofactors and mediators of chemical energy in cells.
Sequencing of DNA: Maxam Gilbert method, dideoxy method. Chargaff’s rule, secondary structure of
DNA.Watson and Crick model; B and Z DNA, other models of DNA structure. Types of RNA, secondary
structure of tRNA and cloverleaf model; Other secondary structural features in DNA, steam loop
structure, palindromic sequences, cruciforms. DNA protein interaction; zinc finger leucinc zipper, helix-
turn-helix, other motifs, DNA bending and kinks

Unit V:

Porphyrins – Structure and properties of porphyrins – Heme, chlorophyll and cytochromes.Reactive

oxygen species and detoxification mechanisms.
Vitamins – Water soluble and insoluble vitamins, structure and function, deficiency symptoms.

References::

1) Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry - 5th edition David l Nelson and Michael M. Cox
2) Biochemistry – 5th edition Jeremy M. Berg; John l. Tymoczko and Lubert Stryer
3) Biochemistry – 4th edition Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
4) Outlines of Biochemistry – 5th edition Erice Conn and Paul Stumpf
5) Text book of Biochemistry – 4th edition Edward Staunton west; Wilbert R. Todd; Howard S. Mason
and John T. Van Bruggen

Semester I
Practical-1: Anatomy and Physiology –
6 credits

1.. Microscopic study of different tissues.

2. Blood experiments:
a. Study of appliances used in hematological experiments
b. Determination of total Red Blood Corpuscles (RBC) count
c. Determination of White Blood Corpuscles (WBC) count
d. Estimation of hemoglobin
e. Estimation of Differential Leukocyte Count (DLC)
f. Estimation of Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
 g. Determination of Blood groups.
h. Determination of Bleeding and Clotting time
3. To record human heart rate, and pulse rate.
4. Recording of human body temperature and Body Mass Index( BMI).
5. Determination of tidal volume & vital capacity.
 Semester II
Paper-5: Cosmetics – Biology
4 Credits
Unit-I

1. Structure and function of skin with detailed emphasis on epidermis, dermis and hypodermis
2. Types of Skin and Hyperkeratotic Condition

Unit-II

3. The Development and physiology of Baby Skin, Differences between baby’s skin and adult skin,
Frequent Skin Problems in Newborns, The Care of Baby Skin
4. Age-Associated Changes in Human Skin: Morphological and Histological Changes,
5. The cosmetic care of elderly skin. Racial (Ethnic) Differences in Skin Properties

Unit-III

6. Mechanisms of allergic reaction and skin conditions

7. General Concepts of Skin Irritancy: Principles and Molecular mechanisms of Skin Irritation,
Irritancy and Skin Irritant Evaluation and Symptoms, Factors Predisposing to Cutaneous Irritation,
Cosmetic and Occupational Irritants.

Unit-IV

8. Safety Terminologies: Contact Dermatitis, Irritant Contact Dermatitis (Irritation), Allergic

Contact Dermatitis, Photo-irritant Contact Dermatitis, Photoirritation or Phototoxicity,
Photoallergic Contact Dermatitis, Contact Urticaria Syndrome, Acnegenicity, Sensitive Skin

9. Alternate safety testing methods (substitute animal testing)- cell line techniques

Unit-V

10. Anatomy of tooth & Gums

11. The Structure and Properties of Hair & hair growth cycle
12. Anatomy and physiology of nail
13. Physico-chemistry and Aesthetics of nail
14. Anatomy and physiology of eye

References
 1. Harry’s Cosmeticology – Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
2. Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, Hilda Butler, 10th Edition, Kluwer Academic Publishers
3. Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, André O. Barel, Marc Paye, Howard
I. Maibach, Marianne Mahieu Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
4. Cosmetic formulation of skin care products – Eric Jungerman (Cosmetics and science technical
series 3)

Semester II
Paper-6: Cosmetic formulation science
4 Credits

Unit-I:

Dermal Delivery: Factors affecting penetration through skin. Permeation enhancers. Ionotophoresis.
Site specific skin care needs: Face, eyelids, lips, hands, feet, nails & cuticle, scalp, neck, body, and
underarms

Skin hydration, skin lipids, natural moisturizing factors, dry skin and ways to moisturize skin.

Skin Cleansing products: soap and chemistry of soap making, evolution of syndet bars, face wash and body
wash, their formulation differences and skin benefits.

Unit II

Skin creams: Classification of skin creams based on their cosmetic benefits and their physicochemical
properties.

Requirements of Ideal skin cream

Building blocks and formulation of cold cream, vanishing cream, moisturizing cream , body lotion and
moisturizing gels. Skin benefits of petroleum jelly.
Face mask – benefits and application of clay based, peel off and tissue face mask.
Building blocks and formulation of hand-made soap, face wash, clay based mask and peel off mask.

Unit III:

Requirements of an Ideal shampoo.

Shampoo Building blocks and formulations

Mechanism of hair conditioning.
Building blocks and formulation of Hair conditioners and hair oils
Baby shampoo
Classification of hair dyes. Chemistry and formulation of Para Phenylene diamine based hair dyes.

Unit IV

Requirements of an ideal toothpaste.

Oral care: Building blocks and formulation of toothpaste and mouth wash
Color Cosmetics: Building block and formulation of Lipsticks, mascara, and nail polish.

Unit V

Building blocks and formulation of Face and body powder, Shaving cream, After shave, depilatories and
hair straightening products.
Deodorants and antiperspirants , Active ingredients and mechanism of action.

References
1. Harry’s Cosmeticology – Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
2. Drugs and Cosmetic act/rules by govt. of India Publication
3. European Union regulation for cosmetics.
4. Cosmetics – Formulation, Manufacturing and Quality Control, P.P. Sharma, 4th edition, Vandana
Publications Pvt. Ltd., Delhi.
5. Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, Hilda Butler, 10th Edition, Kluwer Academic Publishers
6. Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, André O. Barel, Marc Paye, Howard
I. Maibach, Marianne Mahieu Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
7. Cosmetic formulation of skin care products – Zoe Diana Draelos and Lauren A.Thaman

Semester II

Paper-7: Cosmeceuticals
4 credits

Unit I
a)Features of cosmetic product regulation in the European Union -- Ingredients, Safety assessment, Efficacy
data.
Labelling requirements for cosmetic products.
Evolution of Cosmetics to Cosmeceuticals. Japanese and USFDA regulation for Quasi drugs and OTC
cosmetics.
b)Environmental and safety concerns of certain cosmetic ingredients that are debated and discussed –
Examples: nano size inorganic sunscreens, parabens, triclosan, formaldehyde liberator, polythene beads,
petroleum oils, sodium & ammonium laureth sulfates, triclosan, phthalates.
c)Private body (Cosmos) guidelines on green cosmetics with respects to use of colors, preservatives,
emulsifiers and excipients , challenges in green formulation.

 In each category listed below a case study will be conducted on a marketed product addressing the
condition. Case study will be based on labeled ingredients and claim.

Unit- II

Skin Pigmentation and wrinkles

Skin Pigmentation: Melanogenesis, and ethnic differences.
Ways to control skin pigmentation: Tyrosinase inhibhitors , melanosome transfer – examples of actives.
Building blocks and formulation of an anti blemish cream.
Case study on a skin lightening product.
Differences between skin bleaches and skin lightening products.
Skin Wrinkles: Factors that leads to skin wrinkles. Role of antioxidants in reducing skin wrinkles.
Building blocks and formulation of an anti wrinkle product.
Case study on an anti-aging / anti-wrinkle product.

Unit-III

Sun protection: Solar spectrum and wavelength, UV A and UV B rays of sun. skin damages caused by over
exposure to sun, organic and in-organic sunscreens, SPF and tan-protection.
Challenges in developing sunscreen formulation.
Global regulatory aspects of sunscreen products.
Case study on sunscreen products.

Unit-IV:

Acne, Prickly heat and dandruff

Causes and current treatment.
Building blocks for the development of anti-acne, prickly heat and anti-dandruff formulation.
Case study on marketed products.

Unit-V:

Common problems associated with teeth, gums and oral cavity.

Halitosis, plaque, cavities, sensitive teeth. Basic understanding of the cause.
Role of antimicrobial, antioxidant and astringents for oral care.
Denture cleansers.
Building blocks and formulation of an anti- cavity, and tooth sensitivity relief toothpaste.
Case study on marketed products.

References
1. Drugs and Cosmetic act/rules by govt. of India Publication
2. European Union regulation for cosmetics
3. Cosmetics – Formulation, Manufacturing and Quality Control, P.P. Sharma, 4th edition, Vandana
Publications Pvt. Ltd., Delhi.
4. Harry’s Cosmeticology – Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
5. Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, Hilda Butler, 10th Edition, Kluwer Academic Publishers
6. Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, André O. Barel, Marc Paye, Howard
I. Maibach, Marianne Mahieu Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.

7. Cosmetic formulation of skin care products – Zoe Diana Draelos and Lauren A.Thaman

Semester II

Paper- 8: Herbal Science

4 Credits

Unit-I:

Introduction: Definition, present status, future scope & development of Herbal Science
Classification of herbs: Alphabetical, biological, chemical, taxonomical, pharmacological,
chemotaxonomical & serotaxonomical classifications -

Basic principles involved in the alternative system of medicine and their application in skin, hair and oral
care:
Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homeopathy .
Unit-II:

a)Study of the following herbs with specific emphasis on source, collection & preparation, constituents,
chemical tests, substitutes and adulterants.
Bael, Gum acacia, black catechu, myrobalan, castor oil, chaulmoogra oil, cinnamon, centella and lemon
grass.
b)Source , collection and adulterants of Honey and bees wax.

Unit-III:

Adulteration of crude herbal extracts & their detection by different methods of evaluation
WHO Guidelines for the assessment of Herbal Drugs
Definition, need and methods of herbal preparation standardization
Stability testing of herbal extracts

Unit 1V
Principles of methods of extraction of phyto-constituents from herbs:
Maceration, decoction, Hydraulic press, Soxhlet distillation, solvent extraction, enfleurage , eucelle, and
supercritical fluid extraction, microwave extraction.

Unit-V:

Role of Herbs in Cosmetics

Hair care preparation: Henna, Amla, Hibiscus, Bhringaraj
Skin Care preparation: Aloe vera, Turmeric, Sandal wood
Oral care preparation: Babool, Neem, Clove.

References:
1. Trease, G.E. and Evans, W.C. “Trease and Evans’ Pharmacognosy” WB Saunders Co.
2. Ltd., London, Philadelphia, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo (1994, 2005).
3. James Bobbers, Marilyn K, Speedice & Verro E. Tylor. Pharmacognosy and
pharmacobiotechnology” Williams & Wilkins., 1996
4. Louis Appell. The Formulation and Preparation of Cosmetics, Fragrances and Flavors
5. WHO Guidelines – website http:/www/who.int/druginformation
6. Remington's Pharmaceutical Sciences. Mack Pub. Co.; 17th edition
7. Pulok K.Mukherjee. Quality Control Herbal Drugs Business Horizons; Reprint 2012 edition
8. V. Rajpal Standardization of Botanicals Volume-1-2 Second Edition | 2011
9. A.P. Purohit , C. K. Kokate , S. B. Gokhale. Text Book of Pharamcognosy Nirali Prakashan.

Semester II
Electives 2: GENETICS
4 CREDITS

Unit I:

Introduction to Genetics, Introduction, Scope and significance of genetics

Principle of Genetic Transmission:Mendels’ Experiments, Symbols and terminology, Principle of
dominance and segregation, Principle of independent assortment, Mendelian inheritance and probability
(Multiplication and Addition rites).

Unit II:

Extension of Mendelism:Allelic variation and gene function, Incomplete dominance, co (dominance,

multiple allele, Gene action (from genotype to phenotype), Gene interaction, penetrance, expressivity,
epistasis, pleiotropy, interaction with environment.
The chromosomal basis of Mendelism: Chromosomes – chromosome number, Chromosome theory of
inheritance, Experimental evidence, non disjunction as proof of chromosome theory, chromosomal basis
of Mendel’s principles of segregation and independent assortment, Sex linked genes in humans.
Genetic disorder - Color blindness, Cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, Duchenne muscular dystrophy,
Hemophilia, Klinefelter syndrome, Sickle-cell disease, Turner syndrome

Unit III:

Mutations: Spontaneous, Induced mutation, Conditional lethal mutations –Base substitution mutation,
Missense, Nonsense and Silent mutations; Chemical, Physical and Biological mutagenesis and Detection
of mutations.
Concept of gene: Fine structure of gene, Split gene, Jumping gene, Overlapping gene & multiple genes.

Unit IV:

Sex Determination: Sex chromosomes, Chromosomal basis of sex determination in C.elegans,

Drosophila, Man and Plant Example: Lichnis (Melandrium).Molecular basis of sex determination in
C.elegans, Drosophila and Man.
Dosage compensation: Genic balance, Gene dose, Molecular basis of dosage compensation in Drosophila
and man.

Unit V:

Molecular anatomy of eukaryotic chromosome –Centromere, Telomere, Nucleosome, Nucleomere,

Kinetochore, Chromosome banding.

References:

1. Genetics – Principle and Analysis – Hart and Jones.

2. Principles of Genetics – Snustad and Simmons.
3. Genetics – A Continuity of Life– Daniel J. Fairbanks, W. Ralph Anderson.
4. Atherly A G, Girton, J R and Mc Donald J F, 1999. The Science of Genetics, Saunders College
Publishing, Harcourt Brace College Publishers.
5. Brooker R.J. 1999. Genetics. Analysis and Principles. Ed. Benjamin Cummings. California,
Gardner E J, Simmons M J, Snustad D P 1991. Principles of Genetics. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
6. Griffith A J F, Miller J H, Suzuki D T, Lewontin R C, Gelbert W M.1996. An introduction to
Genetic Analysis. W.H. Freeman and Co. New York
 7. Strickberger, M. W. 1976. Genetics. Macmillan New York
8. Watson, J. D., Baker T. A., Bell S. P., Gann A., Levine M., Losick R. 2004. Molecular Biology
of the Gene. 5th Edition. Pearson Education Pte. Ltd., New Delhi, India.
9. Klug, W S, and Cummings M. R. 1998. Essentials of Genetics, 3rd Ed. Prentice Hall, Upper
Saddle River, NJ.
10. Hartl, D L & Jones E W 2006. Essential genetics: a genomics perspective (4th Ed), Jones and
Bartlett Publishers, Boston.
11. Tamarin R. H. 2002. Principles of Genetics. Tata-McGraw Hill, Seventh Edition.
12. Lewin B., Gene IV, V, VI. Oxford University press, Oxford.

Semester II
Practical- 2-Formulation science
6 credits
1. Design and development of
Face wash
Moisturizing cream,
cold cream
vanishing cream.
Moisturizing gel
Body lotion
Shampoo
Hair conditioner
Toothpaste
Lip Balm

2 Assignments on green formulation design for all the above products.

3 Design and development of a cosmeceutical product
4 Design and development of a herbal cosmetic.
5 Design and development of hand made soaps.

Semester III
Paper-9: Cosmetics-Analysis & Evaluation–
4 Credits
Unit-I:

Determination of acid value, ester value, Saponification value, rancidity, moisture, ash, Volatile matter,
heavy metals, fineness of powders, density, viscosity of cosmetics raw materials and finished products
Unit-II:

General methods of analysis of following raw material used in cosmetic manufacture as per BIS: Castor
oil, Mineral oil, SLS, SLES, Calcium carbonate, Sorbitol, Methyl parahydroxy benzoate, cetyl alcohol,
isopropyl myristate, Talc, Boric acid, glycerine, Titanium Dioxide, Para Phenylene diamine

Unit-III

Indian standard specifications laid down for sampling and testing of various cosmetics in finished forms
such as baby care powders, skin care products, dental products, personal hygiene preparations, lips sticks,
hair products and skin creams by the Bureau Indian Standards.

Unit-IV

Principles of equipment to measure product performance of skin and hair care products - Sebumeter,
corneometer, trans epidermal water loss, Skin color, hair tensile properties, hair combing properties.

Unit-V:

Principles of performance evaluation of shampoos, antiperspirants, deodorants, sunscreens, foam baths and
abrasiveness of dentifrices.

References
1.Cosmetics – Formulation, Manufacturing and Quality Control, P.P. Sharma, 4th edition,
Vandana Publications Pvt. Ltd., Delhi
Indian Standard specification, for raw materials, BIS, New Delhi.
2.Indian Standard specification for 28 finished cosmetics BIS, New DelhiHarry’s Cosmeticology
3. Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
4.Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps, Hilda Butler, 10th Edition, Kluwer Academic
Publishers
5.Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, André O. Barel, Marc Paye,
Howard I. Maibach, Marianne Mahieu Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
 Semester III
Paper-10: Statistical Methods for Biology
4 Credits
Unit 1: Descriptive Statistics
Importance And Scope Of Statistics, Data Types, frequency distribution, Graphical Representation
Methods (Histogram, Bar Charts, Pie Charts), Measures Of Center Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode,)
And
4. Biostatistics, Snedger And Gohrran.
5. Introductory Statistics For Biology 2nd Edition, R. E. Parker
Spread (Standard Deviation, Variance) Advantages And Disadvantages, Co-Efficient Of Variance.

Unit 2: Probability:
Basic Terminology, Definition Of Probability, Basic Laws Of Probability, Types Of Probability,
Additional Rule Of Probability And Multiplication Rule Of Probability, Probability Distribution-
Bernoulli Distribution, Binomial Distribution And Normal Distribution

Unit 3: Sampling Methods

Collection Of Data, Census Method, Concept Of Population, Sample, Sampling, Sample Size, And
Sampling Error, Advantages And Disadvantages Of Sampling Method, Necessity Of Sampling, Types
Of Sampling Methods, Types Of Random Sampling Methods – SRS, Stratified Random Sampling,
Systematic Random Sampling And Cluster Sampling.

Unit 4: Testing of Hypotheses

Statistical Hypotheses-Null and Alternative, Level Of Significance, Type I And Type II Error, Critical
Region, Power Of The Test, P Value, Degrees Of Freedom, Chi-Square Test For Independence Of
Attributes And Goodness Of Fit, Student’s t Test: One Sample t Test and Paired t Test, F Test.

Unit 5: Regression and Analysis Of Variance

Simple Linear Regression, Multiple Linear Regression (Definition, Assumptions, Applications, And
Examples) ,Analysis Of Variance –Introduction ,Definition Of ANOVA, Assumption , Test Of
ANOVA, Types Of ANOVA, Construction Of One Way Analysis Of Variance.

References:
1.. Fundamentals Of Biostatistics : Veer Bala Rastogi
2.Fundamentals Of Mathematical Statistics: S.C. Gupta And V. K. Kapoor
3. Fundamentals Of Statistics: S.C. Gupta

Semester III
Paper-11: Applied Microbiology
 4 Credits,
Unit I:

History of Microbiology. Principles of classification of microbes; morphological,metabolic and

molecular criteria for the classification, A brief introduction to major group of bacteria.Ultra structure of
bacteria.

Unit II:

Microbial Cultivation: Nutritional types requirements of bacteria. Cultivation of bacteria: Pure culture
techniques different media. Culture media and preparation: Preservation of cultures, aerobic and
anaerobic culture techniques. Batch and synchronous cultures. Growth curve and factors influencing
growth

Unit III:

Control of Microbialgrowth: Principles and techniques, Physical and Chemical methods. Disinfection,
Method of action of disinfectants.Methods of testing disinfectants.

Unit IV:

Microbial physiology: Staining characteristics, Gram staining, AFB staining, florescent staining,
serological characteristics:-surface antigen, capsular antigen &flagellarantigen,Culturalcharacteristics,
Photosynthetic microorganisms, cyclicand non-cyclicphotophosphorylation, electron transport chain in
photosynthetic bacteria. Bacterialaerobic respiration, Bacterial anaerobic respiration:introduction. Nitrate,
carbonate andsulfate as electron acceptors.Electron transport chains in someanaerobicbacteria.Mechanism
of oxygen toxicity.Bacterial transport system-ABC, Sec pathway, PTS, roleofpermeases in transport,
different permeases in E. coli, Microbial drug resistance.

Unit V:

Microbial Diversity: Human microbial flora in application, General properties of fungi, fungal
classification, economic importance of fungi,Mycoplasma, Actinomycetes, Archebacteria (extremophiles)
and microbial algae. General properties of virus, lifecycle

References:

1. Microbial Physiology and Metabolism by Caldwell D.R. 1995Brown Publishers.

2. Microbial Physiology by Moat A.G. and Foster J. W. 1999.. Wiley.
3. Prokaryotic Development by Brun. Y.V. and Shimkets L.J. 2000. ASM Press.
4. Advances in Microbial Physiology. Volumes. Edited by By A.H. Rose. Academic Press, New
York.
5. Applied Microbial Physiology by Rhodes.
6. Principles of bacteriology, virology and immunology Vol I Topley and Wilson Zinser,
Microbiology
 7. Microbiology , Prescottt, Harley and klien
8. Foundations in Microbiology Talaro and Talaro
9. Text book of Microbiology, R Ananthanarayanan C K J Panicker
10. Microbiology, Pelczar, Chan and Kreig

Semester III
Paper-12: industrial cosmetics:
4 credits

Unit-I:
a)Indian regulation for cosmetics:
Regulatory provisions relating to import of cosmetics
Misbranded and spurious cosmetics
Regulatory provisions relating to manufacture of cosmetics – Conditions for obtaining licence, prohibition
of manufacture and sale of certain cosmetics, loan licence, offences and penalties.

Unit II

Equipments used and manufacturing process of shampoo, creams and toothpaste.

Indian regulatory requirement for factory premises : Location and surroundings, designing of plant layout,
building, lighting, ventilation, water supply, disposal of waste, first aid, packaging facilities, sanitation in
manufacturing premises and health clothing & sanitary requirement of staff.

Unit-III:

Significance of pilot plant scale up studies.

Stability studies:
Change in Parameters to be observed.
Photo-stability
Accelerated stability testing – Temperature & Humidity, Freeze-thaw test, Stress test.
Aerosol product stability studies.
Technology transfer of formulations from R&D to factory – Quality assurance documentations required as
per regulatory guidelines.
Unit-1V:

Packaging: Functions:
Packaging materials:
Plastics: Type of plastics and application.
Metal, Glass, laminates, paper and paper boards.
Considerations for selecting containers, product packaging material compatibility.

Unit V

Industrial Management: Principles of management, financial management, material management, Plant

maintenance management, inventory management, production planning and control.
Introduction to ISO 9000, 14000 and 22000
Importance of patent and intellectual property rights.

References
1. Drugs and Cosmetic act/rules by govt. of India Publication
2 European Union regulation for cosmetics
3 Cosmetics – Formulation, Manufacturing and Quality Control, P.P. Sharma, 4th edition, Vandana
Publications Pvt. Ltd., Delhi.
4 Harry’s Cosmeticology – Wilkinson, Moore, seventh edition, George Godwin.
5 Peter, F.Drucker, Management-tasks, responsibilities, practices, Allied publishers pvt ltd, Mumbai
2003.

Semester III
Electives 3. Evironmental aspects of nanomaterials

4credits

Unit I:

Environmental pollution: Environmental fate and transport of Nanomaterials, physical-chemical

interactions, aggregation and deposition, definition of air pollution, water pollution and ground pollution,
contribution of nanoparticles in aggravating pollution,

Unit II:

Toxic Impacts of Nanomaterials: Exposure and risk assessment, dose-response, mechanisms of toxicity,
definition of eco-toxicity, routes of entry of nanomaterials into the environment, cytotoxicity of
nanomaterials
Unit III:

Health effects of nanoparticles: Sources of nanoparticles, epidemiological evidence, entry routes into the
human body – Lung, Intestinal Tract, Skin, effect of nanoparticle size and charge, effects of nanoparticles
on - cardiovascular, liver and gastrointestinal and nervous system, coagulation and thrombosis, blood-
brain barrier

Unit IV:

Environmental application of nanomaterials: Environmental Remediation, nanoparticles reactivity, fate,

and lifetimes in the subsurface, ground water remediation with nanoparticles, nanomaterials for water and
wastewater treatment

Unit V:

Microbial interaction with nanoparticles: Applications and emerging opportunities in the area of
nanoparticle interaction with microbes, detection of microbial pathogens with nanotechnology,
nanozymes for biofilm removal

References:

1. Environmental Biotechnology, Alan Scragg, Pearson Education Limited, England, 2007, ISSN:
0199228612, 9780199228614.
2. Environmental Biotechnology, S.N. Jogdand, Himalaya Publishing House, Bombay, 2006.
3. Wastewater Engineering – Treatment, Disposal and Reuse, Metcalf and Eddy, Inc., Tata Mc
Graw Hill, New Delhi, 2013, ISSN: 0073401188, 9780073401188.
4. Environmental chemistry, A.K. De, Wiley Eastern Ltd, New Delhi, 2009,ISSN: 8122426174,
9788122426175.
5. Introduction to Biodeterioration, D. Allsopp, C. Gaylarde and K.J. Seal, ELBS/Edward Arnold,
2004, ISSN: 0-521-821355, 0521528879.
6. Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment, P Nicholas Cheremisinoff, Elsevier Science,
2013,ISSN: 0080946453, 9780080946450
7. Biotechnological Methods of Pollution Control, SA Abbasi and E Ramaswami, Universities
Press, India, 1999, ISSN: 8173710988.
8. Environmental Biotechnology, Concepts and Applications, Hans-JoachinJordening and
JosefWinter, Winter-VCH, 2005, ISSN: 3-527-30585-8.
9. Environmental Biotechnology: Principles and Applications, Bruce Rittmann and Perry McCarty,
Mc Graw Hill, 2001, ISSN: 0072345535, 9780072345537.

Semester III
. Practical- 3-Cosmetics -analysis
6 credits
1. Determination of Iodine value.
2. Determination of hydroxyl value and acetyl value.
3. Determination of acid value and saponification value.
4. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of rancidity in hair oils and Lipsticks
 5. Determination of Fluorides in tooth paste by Potentiometry
6. Determination of aryl amine content and Developer in hair dye
7. Determination of foam height and SLS content of Shampoo.
8. Determination of total fatty matter in creams (Soap, Skin and hair Creams)
9. Detection and Determination of Perfumes by Gas chromatography
10. Analysis of antioxidants in cosmetics by HPLC
11. Analysis of formaldehyde in cosmetics by colorimetry
12. Moisture and ash analysis of finished cosmetics

Semester- IV
Summer Project 2 Credits
(Marketing case studies- dissertation and Viva Voce Examination)

Project work, dissertation and viva Voce exam 12 credits