Perry Romanowski has spent the past 20 years researching and developing products to solve consumer problems in the personal care and cosmetic industry. His primary focus has been on hair and hair-related products. He is currently vice president of Brains Publishing, which specialized in science education.

In 2014, Romanowski founded the Practical Cosmetic Formulating online training program to provide cosmetic chemists continuing education across a broad range of formula categories. Previously, Romanowski worked for Alberto Culver serving as a senior project leader for hair care innovation. He is currently the Area II National Director for the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC).  Additionally, he has made numerous media appearances including spots on popular TV shows including the Dr. Oz show and the Rachel Ray show.

Romanowski received his B.S. in Chemistry from DePaul University. He has written and edited numerous articles and books, taught the SCC’s Beginning Cosmetic Chemistry continuing education class, and developed websites including ChemistsCorner.com and TheBeautyBrains.com.  His latest book “It’s OK to Have Lead in Your Lipstick” answers common questions about cosmetic products.  In addition, he provides consulting services for cosmetic formulating, testing and Internet solutions; he can be reached through his website, www.ChemistsCorner.com.