SIMPLIFYING PLANT-BASED FORMULATION
Create Your Own, and go from Winging it to Knowing it!
Are You Ready be a Confident Formulator?
Are you fed up with beauty products that just don't cut it for your skin and hair? Ever thought about creating your very own formulations to tackle specific care issues, but worried they might not be safe?
Dream of launching your personal brand, free from harmful chemicals and full of eco-friendly goodness? Or maybe you're on the lookout for a new skill that offers you the financial freedom to pursue your passions?
Introducing
"The Beauty Formulation Method"
Our plant-based formulation course designed to take you from an enthusiastic DIYer to a knowledgeable Formulator through 6 engaging sessions.
Learn to create Simple, Stable, Safe skin and hair care products with African botanicals in 6 weeks
Transform Today, Choose Your Path!
SKIN CARE COURSE
Dive into the world of organic skincare formulation, where you'll learn everything from understanding skin structure and types to crafting your own creams, lotions, and serums.
This is for you:
You already know how to formulate basic organic cosmetics and are ready to take your skills further.
You're looking to build more confidence when experimenting with new cosmetic ingredients and techniques.
You want to deepen your knowledge of high-performance ingredients and understand how they function.
You're interested in mastering niche formulation skills for vegan, raw, Halal, and anti-aging cosmetics.
You're eager to explore how ingredients interact with the skin and advance your expertise as a formulator.
HAIR CARE COURSE
Explore the art and science of organic haircare formulation. Discover the secrets behind making shampoos, conditioners, hair mists, and more that cater to all hair types, focusing on natural ingredients and effective results.
This is for you:
You want to create haircare products for all hair types—straight, wavy, curly, textured and coily.
You're planning to start your own natural or organic haircare brand, anywhere in the world.
You have some basic formulation skills and feel comfortable making simple products.
You're ready to level up and learn how to formulate professional-quality organic haircare.
You want to ensure your formulations are natural, safe, and stable.
LIVE 6 lessons
Comprehensive Coverage
Start with the fundamentals and build your skills step by step learning how to formulate skincare and haircare products with confidence, even if you’re completely new.
Hands-On Experience
Not just theory, get practical insights and start formulating from day one.
Professional Guidance
Learn from the best, with our courses led by award-winning formulator & manufacturer, Neo Chatyoka.
Certification
Earn a CPD Accredited Certification in either Skin or Haircare Formulation, opening doors to endless opportunities.
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Bonus Included bonus: The Step-by-Step Formulation Guide
Alongside the programme, you will also receive a practical guide to help you apply what you learn with more confidence.
Inside the guide:
Ingredient planning guide
Equipment checklist
Product-building steps
Troubleshooting notes
Simple, stable, safe formulation checklist
Flexible Payment
Courses fee payable in instalments, because we believe in making education accessible.
Lifetime Access
To all course material, because we know learning is an ongoing journey.
Suitability
You are a beginner who wants to learn formulation properly
You are making products at home and want more confidence
You want to create natural skin and hair care products for yourself or others
You want a stronger foundation before starting a beauty brand
You are ready to move from DIY mixing to a more professional formulation approach
This programme is not for you if:
You only want quick recipes without understanding formulation
You want an advanced cosmetic chemistry qualification
You are not willing to follow safe and structured formulation practice
Duration
6 lessons, LIVE and Self-guided with Neo Chatyoka and life-time access
Free Access to Botanics AI
One years free access to our formulation tool, Botanics AI tool. Formulation Assistant
Free Access to our cosmetic lab
LIVE Tutor support
Speak directly to a tutor from our student hub
Accreditation
CPD Accredited Skin and Hair care Courses
I'm Neo, your formulation expert.
Neo Chatyoka, founder of award winning Uhuru Botanicals, invites you to a The Beauty Formulation Method
I am a plant-based cosmetic formulator, manufacturer, educator, and founder of Uhuru Botanicals.
I created this programme to help more people learn formulation in a simpler, safer, and more practical way.
My goal is to help you move beyond trial and error, understand what you are doing, and build confidence in creating skin and hair care products that are thoughtful, well-structured, and properly formulated.
Scary Fact!
Women use on average 13 cosmetic products per day, containing 114 different hormone disrupting chemicals.
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
Discover the real impact of our Formulation Course through the words of those who've experienced skincare transformation first-hand.
Hear their stories of success and radiant, healthier skin.
Michaela
Formulator
“I'd like to thank you for all the help you gave during the uni workshops💜 it's helped shape my brand for dissertation. Also, I ordered the chebe butter shampoo and conditioner bars and WOW. My hair has never felt better. I have found the perfect product to help my hair. Thank you x”
Tuse Woodhead
Formulator
“When I started formulating, I did not understand what I had to do. Since the formulation sessions I had with Neo. I am feeling more confident in making natural products. I totally love what I am doing!”
Giovanna Ramalho
Pharmacist | MSc Cosmetic Science | LJMU's Ambassador
“Having curly hair myself and dealing with eczema, I really appreciate brands that focus on textured hair and sensitive skin. That’s why it was great to learn the story behind Uhuru Botanicals and how they blend natural ingredients to create products that truly cater to these needs.
It was especially nice to hear about the brand’s African roots and how its heritage shapes the formulas and philosophy behind the products.
Thank you Neo Chatyoka”
Student
Salford University
Hellen Chiuriri
Uhuru Cosmetic Formulation Student
Your Investment
HAIRCARE COURSE
Certification in Organic Haircare Formulation
MODULES
Module 1 Foundations of Hair and Beauty Formulation
Build strong foundations in:
skin structure and function
skin types
hair science and hair physiology
product types for skin and hair
how cosmetic formulation works
Module 2
Ingredients and African Botanicals
Learn how to work with:
ingredient categories and functions
INCI names and ingredient selection
humectants, emollients, surfactants, emulsifiers, and thickeners
ingredient synergy
African botanicals for skin and hair care applications
Module 3
Safe, Stable Formulation Practice
Understand the essentials of:
equipment and workspace setup
GMP and hygiene
preservation
stability
batch records and good formulation practice
Module 4
Step-by-Step Haircare Formulation
Create haircare products with guided support, including:
shampoo
conditioner
hair mist
gel serum
hair oil
hair butter
Module 5 Live formulation session
Module 6 Live Q&A and Troubleshooting
Get support with:
formulation questions
ingredient questions
preservation and stability questions
troubleshooting common formulation issues
applying what you have learned
ONLY!
£297
PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE, JUST CLICK THE LINK
2 payments within the 4 weeks
Subject to Terms & Conditions
UPGRADE TO VIP
Perfect for learners who want deeper support, closer guidance, and help applying what they learn.
VIP includes everything in Standard, plus:
- 1 bonus live VIP coaching session
priority support
- Formulation feedback on 1 product
bonus troubleshooting support
- Business-focused guidance for applying your learning
- Bonus templates to support planning and product development
£497
PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE, JUST CLICK THE LINK
3 payments within the 8 weeks
Subject to Terms & Conditions
SKINCARE COURSE
Certification in Organic Skincare Formulation
MODULES
Module 1 Foundations of Hair and Beauty Formulation
Build strong foundations in:
skin structure and function
skin types
hair science and hair physiology
product types for skin and hair
how cosmetic formulation works
Module 2
Ingredients and African Botanicals
Learn how to work with:
ingredient categories and functions
INCI names and ingredient selection
humectants, emollients, surfactants, emulsifiers, and thickeners
ingredient synergy
African botanicals for skin and hair care applications
Module 3
Safe, Stable Formulation Practice
Understand the essentials of:
equipment and workspace setup
GMP and hygiene
preservation
stability
batch records and good formulation practice
Module 4
Step-by-Step Haircare Formulation
Create haircare products with guided support, including:
shampoo
conditioner
hair mist
gel serum
hair oil
hair butter
Module 5 Live formulation session
Module 6 Live Q&A and Troubleshooting
Get support with:
formulation questions
ingredient questions
preservation and stability questions
troubleshooting common formulation issues
applying what you have learned
ONLY!
£297
PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE, JUST CLICK THE LINK
2 payments within the 4 weeks
Subject to Terms & Conditions
UPGRADE TO VIP
Perfect for learners who want deeper support, closer guidance, and help applying what they learn.
VIP includes everything in Standard, plus:
- 1 bonus live VIP coaching session
priority support
- Formulation feedback on 1 product
bonus troubleshooting support
- Business-focused guidance for applying your learning
- Bonus templates to support planning and product development
£497
PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE, JUST CLICK THE LINK
3 payments within the 8 weeks
Subject to Terms & Conditions
Ready to stop guessing and start formulating with confidence?
Join The Beauty Formulation Method and learn how to create simple, stable, safe skin and hair care products with African botanicals in 6 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous formulation experience?
No. This programme is designed to help beginners build strong foundations.
Is this course only for skincare or only for haircare?
Will I be making products during the course?
Yes. You will be guided through step-by-step product formulation across both skincare and haircare.
Will I learn about preservation and stability?
Yes. Safe and stable formulation practice is a core part of the programme.
Are African botanicals included in the course?
Yes. You will be introduced to African botanicals and how they can be used intentionally in skin and hair care formulation.
Is this suitable if I want to start a beauty brand?
Yes. This programme gives you a strong foundation in formulation before moving into product development for business.
What is the difference between Standard and VIP?
Standard gives you the full learning experience. VIP gives you that, plus deeper support, feedback, and closer access to guidance.
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