Learn About Sun Protection: 2 New Training Courses

The School of Science has recently developed two programs (a micro-certification and a short course) in photoprotection:

1. Micro-Certification – Photoprotection Part 1
   Science, Evaluation, Regulations, and Outlook
   
   The micro-certification course (2 days) provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of photoprotection, ranging from the scientific fundamentals of solar radiation to evaluation methods and international regulations.
2. Short Course – Photoprotection Part 2
   Formulation of Sunscreen Products
   
   This short course (1 day) was designed to complement the micro-certification program, allowing participants to “go further.” The course teaches the methodology for developing a sunscreen product that combines performance, effectiveness, environmental sustainability, health safety, innovative texture, and a pleasant sensory experience.

The two courses can be taken back-to-back, as a single course.

Objectives

Micro-Certification – Sun Protection, Part 1
Science, Evaluation, Regulations, and Outlook

1. Understanding the Scientific Basics of UV Radiation and Its Effects on the Skin
2. Mastering methods for evaluating sunscreen products (in vivo, in vitro, in silico)
3. Be familiar with current ISO standards and international regulations
4. Assessing the validity and limitations of claims related to sun protection
5. Anticipate scientific, regulatory, and societal developments in the field

Short Course – Sun Protection, Part 2
Formulation of Sunscreen Products

1. Understand the methodology for constructing a solar formula
2. Understanding the limitations of this type of formulation
3. Stay up to date on the latest raw materials and suppliers in formulation to drive innovation
4. Learn how to formulate a sunscreen product through two hands-on lab sessions (one sunscreen with organic filters and one with physical filters)
5. Mastering the Characterization of Sunscreen Products
6. In vitro evaluation of SPF on PMMA plates for products formulated in the laboratory

Target Audience

• Professionals in the cosmetics industry (R&D, regulatory affairs, scientific affairs, marketing).
• Dermatologists, pharmacists, and students of pharmaceutical and cosmetic sciences.
• Regulatory agencies, health agencies.
• Science journalists and health and beauty communications professionals.

Required level: Beginners to intermediate.

Training Sessions

Micro-Certification – Sun Protection, Part 1
Science, Evaluation, Regulations, and Outlook

• Dates: September 23 and 24, 2026
• Duration: 14 hours of training
• Prices:
  • €1,395 with financing
  • 985 € self-financing

Short Course – Sun Protection, Part 2
Formulation of Sunscreen Products

• Dates: September 25, 2026
• Duration: 7 hours and 30 minutes of training
• Prices:
  • €695 with financing
  • 485 € self-financing

Comprehensive Training – Sun Protection Parts 1 & 2
Micro-certification and Short Course

• Dates: September 23–25, 2026
• Duration: 21 hours and 30 minutes of training
• Prices:
  • €1,895 with financing
  • €1,195 in self-financing

Are you interested in this training course?

For more information and to apply, contact sfc-fds@umontpellier.fr

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