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REVOLVE

Product and Yarn Developer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

... and beauty styles. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of ... Extensive knowledge of PD and Production including and how bulk is both landed * shipped and ...

REVOLVE

Product and Yarn Developer

Los Angeles, CA

... and beauty styles. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of ... Extensive knowledge of PD and Production including and how bulk is both landed * shipped and ...

Maesa

Design Engineer Co-Op

Los Angeles, CA

$20/hr

As a Design Engineer Co-Op, you'll work alongside our Los Angeles-based team to support the design, development, and engineering of beauty product packaging. You'll gain real-world experience in ...

Maesa

Design Engineer Co-Op

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20/hr

As a Design Engineer Co-Op, you'll work alongside our Los Angeles-based team to support the design, development, and engineering of beauty product packaging. You'll gain real-world experience in ...

Ulta Beauty

Manager Product Design

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$102.90K - $150K/yr

At Ulta Beauty, our E-commerce associates sit at the cutting edge of our efforts to reimagine the ... Partner closely with Product and Engineering to align design intent with scalable technical ...

Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Manager Product Design

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$102.90K - $150K/yr

At Ulta Beauty, our E-commerce associates sit at the cutting edge of our efforts to reimagine the ... Partner closely with Product and Engineering to align design intent with scalable technical ...

Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Manager Product Design

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$102.90K - $150K/yr

At Ulta Beauty, our E-commerce associates sit at the cutting edge of our efforts to reimagine the ... Partner closely with Product and Engineering to align design intent with scalable technical ...

Fenty Beauty

Temp Executive Assistant

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$43.25 - $46.15/hr

About Kendo Kendo Holdings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based beauty brand developer and wholesaler ... Product Excellence: We put the consumers first: We constantly raise the bar to create products of ...

Ulta Beauty

Product Manager, AI

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$119.30K - $155K/yr

... beauty industry. Through ongoing interaction and collaboration with engineering/development ... Socialize product vision, strategy, and progress to senior leadership and other stakeholders.

Voyant Beauty

Quality Engineer

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$69.50K - $89.80K/yr

... beauty and personal care product ideas to life. Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We ... A Brief Overview The Quality Engineer supports the assessment, improvement, and compliance of ...

Voyant Beauty

Engineer, Quality

New Albany, OH · On-site

$69.20K - $89.40K/yr

... beauty and personal care product ideas to life. Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We ... A Brief Overview The Quality Engineer supports the assessment, improvement, and compliance of ...

Ulta Beauty

Product Owner, Discovery

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

At Ulta Beauty, our tech team is critical to our scalability-and is recognized that way. We've been ... We're engineering for the future of retail, and it's no-holds-barred. But for those motivated by ...

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As of Jun 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for beauty product developer in the United States is $97,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Beauty Product Developer, you need expertise in cosmetic chemistry, product formulation, ingredient safety, and often a degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, regulatory compliance systems (such as FDA or EU regulations), and software for product testing and documentation is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong project management skills help you innovate and efficiently bring new products to market. These skills are crucial to ensure product safety, regulatory adherence, and the successful launch of appealing, effective beauty products.

What are some common challenges faced by Beauty Product Developers when bringing a new product from concept to market?

Beauty Product Developers often encounter challenges such as aligning innovative product ideas with regulatory requirements, sourcing high-quality ingredients, and ensuring formulations are both effective and safe for consumers. Collaborating with cross-functional teams—such as marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing—is essential to address these hurdles. Additionally, managing project timelines and adapting to evolving industry trends can be demanding but ultimately leads to rewarding and dynamic work experiences.

What does a Beauty Product Developer do?

A Beauty Product Developer is responsible for creating and improving cosmetic and skincare products. They work closely with chemists, marketers, and designers to formulate products that meet safety regulations, consumer needs, and market trends. Their role involves researching new ingredients, overseeing product testing, ensuring quality control, and managing the development process from concept to launch. Beauty Product Developers also monitor competitor products and help brands stay innovative within the beauty industry.
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Assistant Manager, Product Development

Assistant Manager, Product Development

Farmacy Beauty

Mahwah, NJ • On-site

$40K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

TITLE: Assistant Manager, Product Development
REPORTS TO: Director of Product Development
LOCATION: Farmacy HQ in Mahwah, NJ (1300 MacArthur Blvd; ~45mins outside of NYC). Hybrid, in-person 2 days per week on a set schedule (currently Wednesday and Thursday) and ad hoc as needed.
WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, exempt.
ABOUT US
Farmacy Beauty is a rapidly growing clean skincare brand headquartered in NYC and Mahwah, NJ. Our mission is to cultivate conscious beauty. We believe good skin is rooted in healthy ingredients. We focus on farm-sourced, quality ingredients powered by potent actives to create thoughtful, effective formulas.
farmacybeauty.com @farmacybeauty sephora.com/farmacy ulta.com/farmacy
ABOUT THE ROLE
You'll assist in the development of new skincare products from ideation to execution. You'll manage day-to-day project tracking + close collaboration with R&D, Marketing, Creative, and Regulatory teams to move projects forward. This opportunity is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented product developer with strong communication skills who has a clear understanding of development milestones, formula evaluation experience, and well versed in beauty/skincare competitive landscape. You will report to the Director of Product Development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Drive creation of skincare products throughout all PD lifecycle (formula development, safety + claims validation, creative concept, creative design brief, and market analysis).
  2. Assist in research and execution of product innovation that aligns to customers' DNA and delivers against market needs.
  3. Partner with R&D and cross-functional teams to define and write new product concepts, research and select both active and story ingredients, and coordinate regulatory and testing needs within the overall product timeline.
  4. Prepare R&D briefs to communicate all development needs including product texture, fragrance benchmark, usage, product ingredients/technologies, positioning, and claims.
  5. Evaluate formula submissions and provide feedback to R&D.
  6. Track and communicate all product and packaging submission and approvals.
  7. Coordinate, track and analyze all testing (safety, clinical, consumer panel, other) including test design and desired claims output.
  8. Collaborate with Regulatory to ensure compliance of product formulae and claims.
  9. Maintain and communicate weekly project status report.

Requirements
  • 3+ years of professional Product Development/ relevant experience
  • Experience in Beauty industry (skincare) is a must
  • Thrive in a start-up environment with an all-hands-on-deck positive attitude
  • Able to reliably commute to the Mahwah, NJ office minimum 2 days per week + ad hoc as needed.

Benefits
  • Estimated Salary Range: $71,000 - 89,000 per year (pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience).
  • 15 days PTO + 5 sick/personal days per year
  • 16 annual Company holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance ($25,000 policy, free to employees)
  • Commuter benefits (Transit + Parking FSA)
  • Health care FSA
  • Dependent care FSA
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan, with up to 4.0% company match with no vesting period (after 6 month eligibility waiting period)
  • 16-weeks 100% paid parental leave for birth mothers and adoptive parents, 8-weeks 100% paid parental leave for all other parents
  • $40/month phone stipend
  • Adoption & Surrogacy Support, $10,000/event reimbursement with $40,000 lifetime cap
  • Quarterly Gratis Product Stipend
  • Monthly Exercise/Gym Reimbursement

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