Support Society of Cosmetic Chemists at USC:
Help Us Empower the Next Generation of STEM Leaders in Beauty!
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Why Cosmetic Science Matters Now More Than Ever
Why We Need Your Support
Our club exists to cultivate the next generation of STEM leaders in beauty. Through access to lab-based formulation experiences, insights from industry experts, and opportunities to explore careers in cosmetic chemistry, we aim to give students the tools and confidence to lead in a rapidly evolving industry. But as a student organization, we don’t have the same resources as academic departments or professional labs. That’s where your support comes in!
Your donation will directly contribute to:
1. Representing USC on the National Stage
Each year, our students attend top beauty conferences such as MakeUp in LA, Expo West, Beautycon, CosmoProf, L'Oréal Brandstorm, NYSCC, and CaliSCC. These are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to network, win incubator competitions, explore innovations in beauty, and learn from the best in the field. However, travel, registration, and lodging costs can be steep. Your donation will help more students access these transformative experiences without financial barriers.
Funding needed: $5,000
2. Bringing Industry to Campus
We host guest speakers from top beauty brands and cosmetic chemists like Jane the Chemist—an industry leader with 180k+ TikTok followers. This year we also collaborated with powerhouse brands like Lancôme and Anastasia Beverly Hills. These events offer mentorship, career insights, and inspiration. Your support helps us keep them going with speaker hospitality and refreshments.
Funding needed: $1,000
3. Spreading the Word & Growing Our Community
This year, SCC tabled at the USC Involvement Fair for the first time—and it sparked a huge wave of interest, helping us grow from 20 to over 120 members. While we often table near Viterbi, it’s clear that cosmetic science resonates across campus, especially with young women in STEM. With your support, we can create bold, eye-catching banners, posters, flyers, and stickers to help us stand out at future fairs and keep growing our community.
Funding needed: $150
4. Hands-On Formulation Labs
This year, we used the concept of reverse-engineering to uncover the formulas of popular cosmetic products– such as blush, perfume, and eyeshadow– and helped our members gain real lab experience that prepares them for careers in cosmetic R&D.
Cosmetic science is where chemistry meets creativity—but to learn it, students need access to proper materials. Funding will help us purchase lab equipment and ingredients so members can experience the full product development process, from concept to formulation.
Funding needed: $1,000
5. Recognizing Our Members
Our members put in hours of work representing USC at national conferences, formulating, planning events. With your help, we want to offer club merchandise that builds pride and community—like lab coats, tote bags, or apparel that celebrate their identity as future cosmetic scientists.
Funding needed: $1,000
How You Can Help
All RSOs are approved by the university and are student-run and student-led. RSOs are affiliated with the university but not part of the university. All RSOs operate with open membership and any currently enrolled USC student may join. RSOs also operate within the university’s non-discrimination policy:
Non-Discrimination Statement: This program is open to all eligible individuals. Society of Cosmetic Chemists at USC operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.