Information Package / Course Catalogue
| Course Code | : KOC120 |
| Course Type | : Non Departmental Elective |
| Couse Group | : Short Cycle (Associate's Degree) |
| Education Language | : Turkish |
| Work Placement | : N/A |
| Theory | : 1 |
| Prt. | : 1 |
| Credit | : 2 |
| Lab | : 0 |
| ECTS | : 2 |
The aim of this course is to provide knowledge about the raw materials, plant-derived active ingredients, and basic formulation principles used in natural cosmetic products. The course aims to equip students with theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the development, formulation, production processes, quality control, and safe use of natural cosmetic products, while enabling them to gain hands-on experience in preparing various cosmetic formulations.
This course covers the concept of natural cosmetics, cosmetic regulations, plant-based raw materials, essential oils, fixed oils, hydrolates, clays, and natural additives used in cosmetic products. Formulation principles of creams, lotions, ointments, serums, toners, masks, and lip balms are discussed. Throughout the course, students perform practical studies on the preparation, quality evaluation, packaging, and storage of natural cosmetic products.
| 1. | Identifies the main raw materials and plant-derived active ingredients used in natural cosmetic products. |
| 2. | Explains formulation principles and production processes of natural cosmetic products. |
| 3. | Applies equipment and methods used in the preparation of natural cosmetic products. |
| 4. | Evaluates quality control, packaging, and storage conditions of natural cosmetic products. |
| 5. | Develops and prepares natural cosmetic formulations for specific purposes. |
| 1. | Current scientific articles and research reports on natural cosmetics, herbal formulations, essential oils, bioactive plant compounds, green cosmetic technologies, and sustainable cosmetic product development. |
| 2. | Barel, A.O., Paye, M. & Maibach, H.I. Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology. |
| 3. | Draelos, Z.D. Cosmetic Dermatology: Products and Procedures. |
| Type of Assessment | Count | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 1 | %10 |
| Assignment Examination | 1 | %10 |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | %20 |
| Final Examination | 1 | %60 |
| Activities | Count | Preparation | Time | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture - Theory | 18 | 1 | 1 | 36 |
| Lecture - Practice | 10 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| Assignment Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) | 50 | |||
PÇ-1 | PÇ-2 | PÇ-3 | PÇ-4 | PÇ-5 | PÇ-6 | PÇ-7 | PÇ-8 | PÇ-9 | PÇ-10 | PÇ-11 | PÇ-12 | PÇ-13 | PÇ-14 | |
OÇ-1 | 4 | |||||||||||||
OÇ-2 | 4 | |||||||||||||
OÇ-3 | 4 | |||||||||||||
OÇ-4 | 4 | |||||||||||||
OÇ-5 | 4 | |||||||||||||