1751 Cosmetic Research Assignment UK
Programmed Title : BA/FDA Aesthetic Practitioner
Module Title : Science of Skincare
Level : 5
Weight : 100%
Word Count : 3000
ASSIGNMENT TASK : * Examine scientific based research to provide evidence for ONE of the following contemporary aesthetic product ingredients:
* Antioxidants or Tyrosinase Inhibitors or Cannabidiol (CBD) or Acids (AHA, BHA, PHA, Etc).
(a) Examine the scientific merits for the use of the ingredient selected
(b) Identify and analyse 3 (THREE) strengths and 3 (THREE) weaknesses.
(c) Select any 2 (TWO) out of the 4 (FOUR) external factors; ethics, environment, ecology, sociological, to
examine their impact on the inclusion of your chosen ingredient within aesthetic products.
1751 Cosmetic Research Assignment UK
TASK GUIDANCE:
- Use scientific data, studies, ingredient testing and trials (these may be in-vivo, in-vitro, in-silico, animal, human, clinical or consumer-based evidence)
- Include details of the scientific evidence as to why the ingredient is (or was) used in cosmetic formulations, the chemical composition or derivative/adaptations/adulterations that may apply, whether the ingredients composition is synthetic or natural; (how is this determined?) along with specific data relating to the efficacy of the chemical component/s, percentage or W/W used and if this differs within types of cosmetics and/or in different countries, products within which it is use and any additional factors to be considered (environmental, ethical, ecological, sociological).
- The ingredient you select may be considered controversial with regards to the impact on other organs or systems within the body, e.g., toxic, carcinogenic, endocrine disruptive, etc. environmental damage or toxicity, damaging to marine life or water contamination, for example, restrictions or limitations with regards to the permitted quantities that can be included within a product. If the ingredient is controversial include specific evidence and discuss the details of those applicable and remedial action the cosmetic industry has (or could) take to limit the impact or eliminate the issue.
- Focus on attention to detail, quality of work and overall academic standards.
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1751 Cosmetic Research Assignment UK
MARKING CRITERIA:
1) 10% of marks – Introduction explaining what will be discussed/included in the report, and conclusion to include recommendations. Correct use of grammar, punctuation, spelling and use of technical and professional terminology in context within the report.
2) 30% of marks – Critically examining industry specific clinical and scientific data/studies relating
to the use of the chosen cosmetic ingredient. (L1)
3) 30% of marks – Analysing scientific data relating to the efficacy, properties, benefits and effects
of the chosen cosmetic ingredient. (L2)
1751 Cosmetic Research Assignment UK
4) 20% of marks- Analysing the composition of the chosen cosmetic ingredient and the
quantity/formulation used, including the wider impact of the inclusion and use of the ingredient
relating to cellular impact, environment and ethical/social implications, (L2)
5) 10% of marks – Use of reliable academic sources and using them correctly throughout your
report.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
I. Critically examine scientific evidence based clinical research relating to the cosmeceutical industry.
II. Analyse and interpret data on the properties/efficacy of the chemical components of ingredients in
contemporary aesthetics products.
1751 Cosmetic Research Assignment UK
SKILLS OUTCOMES:
The skills outcomes to be developed by completing this assignment can be found here.
| Teamwork and ITS Assessment | Should this assignment require you to work as part of a team, you will receive an individual grade based upon your performance as well as personalised feedback. The module leader will explain how your individual grade and feedback will be determined. |
| Importance of Word Count and Presentation Timings | Assignment word counts and presentation timings should always be observed. Ignoring a word count increases significantly the risk of your work losing marks because it lacked focus and clarity. Students will be required to state their word count on all submissions. A 10% leeway will be allowed – so the maximum a student should submit will be the word count + 10%. The word count will exclude: o The title page o The contents page o Models, graphs, data tables and other exhibited figures or images o Lists of references o Appendices (these should be kept to a minimum) In addition, timings must be observed for assessed presentations for the same reasons. |
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