Steven Lau

About Steven Lau

Email: s••••••••@gmail.comI truly believe beauty and makeup is a profound extension of art. Influenced by various mediums and enriched by diverse experiences, it enhances and transforms through application. Beauty and makeup transcends being merely a product or marketing tool. My upbringing, love for art, cinema and anime, combined with years of experience in cosmetics industry, allows me to blend these passions seamlessly into my work. I consider myself an artist in formulation, crafting science based products that not only enhance beauty but also tell a story / experience. Fed up with the mundane, look-alike beauty offerings in the market? I am driven to create energized cosmetics that truly stand out. My mission transcends aesthetics—it’s about making a genuine impact, from bringing smiles, sparking joy to promoting healthy beautiful lips.I am addicted to the thrill of witnessing creation from start to finish. From collaborating with MAC makeup artists special request for shows to engaging with key stakeholders at Estee Lauder Companies, these diverse experiences have given me a profound appreciation for the artistry underlying beauty and various art forms. I cherish the collaborative process that brings together ideas, science, and talents from different backgrounds to create customer-inspired products.In essence, I am committed to pushing the boundaries of cosmetic formulation, process and development, ensuing that each product is unique masterpiece that resonates with its customers.When I\'m not creating unique innovations, I love to travel, amidst beautiful scenery with a glss of wine or soaking in an onsen embracing what the nature offers.

Experience

1. Senior Research and Development Chemist

   Kolmar Labs

   Mar 2025 — Present · Teaneck, NJ, US

   Collaborated with stakeholders to address clients need• Aligned company\'s business goal with swift project turnaround. Adopted latest K-beauty technology to North American market• Led the development of new product launches for Brands like Summer Fridays, Tilt Beauty, BeautyStat and more• Mentored, led, and established vision / strategy, technology and testing methods for R&D• innovated trend setting / market disruptors with latest Korean and North American technology • Cross functional collaboration with vendors, sales, product development and production. Ensure regulatory and safety compliance

Education

• Toronto Metropolitan University

  Bsc, Applied Chemistry and Biology (Co-op)

• Toronto Metropolitan University

  Certificate of Marketing Management

Skills

• Eyeshadows
• Color Cosmetics Formulation
• Thrive in Deadline-Driven Environments
• Project Management
• Spf Lip Treatment
• Pay Close Attention to Detail
• Out of the Box Thinking
• Cosmetics
• Lipstick
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Creative and Innovative
• Lip Gloss
• Beauty Industry
• Powder Foundation
• Lip Treatment
• Creativity Skills