Jenny Allen - Cosmetic Development Chemist

Career Highlights:

After leaving school Jennifer studied at Hertford Regional College and gained a Btec National Diploma in Fashion and Textile Design. Upon completion she worked at two local companies before joining Cornelius in 2001 as a laboratory technician. After working in this role for two years she began the SCS Cosmetic Science Diploma as a distance learning student.

After passing the diploma in 2005 Jennifer was promoted to Development Chemist. This coincided with taking over the daily running of the GTC's cosmetics lab. As part of this role Jennifer formulates and makes samples across the sectors of colour cosmetics and personal care; is responsible for technical information and answers customer queries. She also writes trend reports across the categories of skincare, haircare, bodycare and colour which are sent to customers on a monthly basis.


Areas of Expertise:

Current Trend Information
Product Formulation
Product Testing
Raw Material Knowledge


Outside of Work:

I have always enjoyed sport and joined a running club at the beginning of 2006. I can now do 10 mile runs without getting too knackered. I also enjoy the gym, socialising with friends and family as well as painting and drawing. I have a complete obsession with clothes and one of my hobbies is dress making as I like to wear unique things. If I won the lottery I'd spend it all on shoes!