Mildrate Nicole Manzira
Terenure
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Research and Development Technician with over 8 years of experience in the cosmetics industry. Proven expertise in formulating and quality control skincare, haircare, and personal care products. Strong background in laboratory procedures, ingredient testing, finished goods testing, product validation, and regulatory compliance. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and test innovative, high-quality cosmetic products that meet both consumer needs and industry standards.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Senior Laboratory Analyst / Research and Development Assistant / Health and Safety Officer / Environmental Management Officer
Antiseptol International Company
- Develop and formulate new haircare products from concept to production
- Conduct stability and compatibility testing to ensure product quality and safety
- Maintain laboratory inventory, including raw materials, equipment, and testing supplies
- Perform routine analytical testing such as pH, viscosity, and microbiological evaluations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet regulatory standards
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, product specifications, and safety data sheets (SDS)
Laboratory Technician
Lesel Research
- Supported R&D team in formulating a variety of personal care products including lotions, serums, and shampoos
- Performed quality control tests on incoming raw materials and finished products
- Monitored and documented experimental data for ongoing product testing
- Assisted in developing claims substantiation for cosmetic products
- Ensured compliance with regulatory and safety standards for formulations
- Conducted product validation for batch upscaling and microbiology testing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology
Pearson Institute of Higher Education
Bachelor of Science Honours - Environmental Auditing, Impact Mitigation and Management, Project Management
University of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma - Cosmetic Chemistry
Coschem
South AfricaSkills
- Cosmetic Product Research
- Formulation and Testing
- Specifications and Standards Development
- Laboratory Equipment & Instrumentation
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Product Stability & Compatibility Testing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Ingredient Sourcing & Supplier Communication
- Analytical Techniques
- Data Analysis & Documentation Development
- Good Laboratory Practices
- Product Development Lifecycle and Upscaling
Certification
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) training by Alce and Cameron
- Handling of Hazardous Goods
- Occupational Health and Safety Representative
Affilliations
- Member of CosCHEM South Africa
- Member of South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Laboratory Analyst / Research and Development Assistant / Health and Safety Officer / Environmental Management Officer
Antiseptol International Company
Laboratory Technician
Lesel Research
Bachelor of Science - Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology
Pearson Institute of Higher Education
Bachelor of Science Honours - Environmental Auditing, Impact Mitigation and Management, Project Management
University of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma - Cosmetic Chemistry
Coschem
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