Ivan Ds Souza
About Ivan Ds Souza
Ivan Ds Souza serves as the Innovation Director for Beauty at AllWell Beauty, where he focuses on developing consumer goods using plant-based technology. He has a diverse background in research and development, having held various roles in the beauty and pharmaceutical industries across multiple countries.
Current Role at AllWell Beauty
Ivan Ds Souza serves as the Innovation Director at AllWell Beauty, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative consumer goods utilizing plant-based technology within the beauty industry. His responsibilities include overseeing research and development initiatives, ensuring product efficacy and safety through claim substantiation and clinical studies.
Previous Experience at Renmatix
Ivan worked at Renmatix in various capacities, including Lead Formulation Scientist and Technology and Sales Support Leader. He held the Lead Formulation Scientist position for six months in 2021 and served as Technology and Sales Support Leader for nine months from 2020 to 2021. His work involved supporting the development of formulations and providing technical assistance to sales efforts.
Educational Background
Ivan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Universidade de São Paulo, which he completed from 2011 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) from Universidade Estadual de Maringá between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, he obtained an MBA in Business Management from the same university from 2009 to 2010. His educational experiences have provided him with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical technology and related fields.
Research and Development Expertise
Ivan has extensive experience in research and development within the beauty and personal care sectors. He has worked as a Research Chemist and R&D Trainee at INOLEX from 2015 to 2016, and as a Principal Scientist at Actera Ingredients from 2019 to 2020. His expertise includes engaging in the development of new methods and materials for product developers and formulators, as well as translating complex scientific findings into consumer-friendly information.
Contributions to Content Creation
In addition to his scientific roles, Ivan has contributed to content creation as a Content Coordinator for Cosmetica em Foco since 2016. He also served as a Contributing Writer for the same organization from 2013 to 2015. His work involves simplifying scientific concepts for a broader audience, enhancing consumer understanding of skincare and personal care products.