Uyen Ton
About Uyen Ton
Uyen Ton is the Research Development Group Leader for Skin Care at Procter & Gamble in Singapore, leading the Asia Analytical Group and supporting brands like SK-II and Olay.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Uyen Ton currently holds the position of Research Development Group Leader - Skin Care at Procter & Gamble in Singapore. Uyen has been in this role since 2017. In this capacity, Uyen leads initiatives related to skin care, focusing on innovation and development. The role involves significant collaboration with global teams and external partners, with a key objective of driving market-disruptive innovations in the skin care sector.
Previous Experience in R&D at Procter & Gamble
Before becoming the Research Development Group Leader - Skin Care, Uyen Ton served as the R&D Analytical Group Leader - Personal Care (Senior Scientist) at Procter & Gamble from 2015 to 2017. In this role, Uyen provided leadership and scientific insights for personal care products. Prior to this position, Uyen was an R&D Scientist at the same company from 2012 to 2015. Across these roles, Uyen gained extensive experience in research and development, progressively taking on more responsibilities and honing expertise in the personal care and skin care domains.
Education Background
Uyen Ton has a strong academic background in Chemistry and Biological Chemistry from Nanyang Technological University. Uyen achieved a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in this field from 2009 to 2012. Prior to the Ph.D., Uyen earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry and Biological Chemistry, studying from 2005 to 2009. This educational foundation has been integral to Uyen's career in research and development, providing key scientific knowledge and analytical skills.
Leadership in Analytical Group
In addition to the role of Research Development Group Leader - Skin Care, Uyen Ton leads the Asia Analytical Group in Singapore. This leadership position involves support for Procter & Gamble's SK-II and Olay brands. Uyen's role is crucial in ensuring that the analytical methods and procedures meet the high standards required for these premium skin care products. The work includes both oversight of laboratory practices and coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and innovation.
Collaboration for Innovation
Uyen Ton plays a pivotal role in driving innovation in the skin care business at Procter & Gamble. This involves collaborating with global teams inside and outside the company. The aim is to create market-disruptive products that leverage the latest scientific research and technological advancements. Uyen's work includes identifying and developing new methodologies, ingredients, and formulations that can improve product performance and consumer satisfaction.