ACHIEVEMENTS

Recognized in the industry as an exceptionally creative technical leader in the area of formulation science, Laura C. Singleton is sought out for her unique ability to bridge the science and creativity of skin care formulation, an expertise that allows to repeatedly create new sound technologies in Sun and Skin Care categories, leading to award winning superior formulation systems and products. Recent recognition for this expertise include:

• Archived the highest recognition given by National Society of Cosmetics Chemists for contribution to the Sun and Skin care with new innovations and technologies
• Two times recipient of the Johnson&Johnson Medal (Johnson & Johnson’s most prestigious award for scientific excellence)
• Recipient of multiple product design awards (R&D Excellence and Global Standard of Leadership)
• Honored by J&J/Neutrogena with the "Golden Bar" award for best innovative formulations
• Multiple Granted and Pending Patents supporting major Sun and Skin Technologies
• Contributed content to posters presented at the AAD Symposia for various technologies in Sun Care
• Over 175 Beauty Industry Magazines Awards
• Initiated and lead "Neutrogena University", a J&J Worldwide program designed for the training and mentoring new and upcoming scientist

JOHNSON MEDALS

• 2015 Neutrogena "Gold Bar" Award. Awarded to the best innovator in formulations.
• 2012 Johnson Medal for the Development of Wet Skin Sunscreen Technology. Laura conceived of a novel chemistry approach that enabled the creation of sunscreen products that could be applied for the first time to wet/damped skin or in high humidity conditions. This created a completely new category in the Sun Care Market followed by competitors.
• 2006 Johnson Medal for the Development of Dry Touch Sunscreen. By applying unique skill in bridging the science and art of formulation, Laura Singleton was able to redefine aesthetics for the industry delivering high SPF formulations with ultra sheer aesthetics that delight consumers and drive compliance.

Patents Granted and Pending

• US 8,236,287 B2 Aug. 7, 2012 Composition – Wet Skin Lotion (sunscreens) – A novel chemistry approach that enabled the creation of sunscreen lotions that could be applied for the first time to wet/damped skin and high humidity conditions without peeling and whitening, allowing immediate water immersion. The synergies between surface tension reduction blend, floral wax, and rice coated silica introduced in sunscreen compositions, broad spectrum UVA/UVB.
• US 6,200,964 B1 Mar.13, 2001. Silicone Gel – This product combines the oil absorbing properties of the synthetic polymers (crosslinked polydimethylsiloxane) in conjunction with Pours Silica for long term mattifier effect, oil controlling of the T-Zone. This resulted in the first skin primer on the market.
• US 6,384,023 B2 May 7, 2002. Silicone Gel Containing Salicylic Acid – An extension of previous patent to the acne OTC product, containing Salicyclic Acid, category.
• US 20060216258A1 Water in Silicone Emulsion Composition
• US 20050209131A1 Composition (sunscreens)
• US 20085020USPS Composition with Electrolyte Complex (sunscreens) – A proprietary
sunscreen formulation, broad spectrum UVA/UVB with Artemia Salina Extract (Artemion JJ), a Salt Lake algae. The synergies between electrolyte complex attached to yeast extract and Artemion JJ introduced in the sport sunscreen formulation was able to prevent and diminishing skin dehydration by balancing the electrolytes in the skin when exposed to UV radiation.
• US 20120288449A1 Skin Care Compositions (Wet Skin Spray) – A proprietary formulation that allow the application of the sunscreen on wet/damped skin and high humidity condition, resulting in a clear, non-whitening, non-peeling coating of superior sun protection without having to wait to dry. The synergies between surface tension reduction blend, floral wax, and specific propellant introduced in sunscreen compositions, broad spectrum UVA/UVB.
• US 20120014882A1 Skin Care Compositions (Wet Skin Spray) – A proprietary formulation that allow the application of the sunscreen on wet/damped skin and high humidity condition, resulting in a clear, non-whitening, non-peeling coating of superior sun protection without having to wait to dry. The synergies between surface tension reduction blend, floral wax, and specific propellant introduced in sunscreen compositions, broad spectrum UVA/UVB.
• US 20105024US NP USSN 12836120 Composition (Wet Skin Spray)
• US 20100129299 Topical Sunscreen Compositions for Mitigating Effects on Intracellular Ion
Concentration – A proprietary sunscreen formulation, broad spectrum UVA/UVB with Artemia Salina Extract (Artemion JJ), a Salt Lake algae. The synergies between electrolyte complex attached to yeast extract and Artemion JJ introduced in the sport sunscreen formulation was able to prevent and diminishing skin dehydration by balancing the electrolytes in the skin when exposed to UV radiation.
• US 20090041712A1 Water-in-Silicone Emulsion Compositions

Cosmetic Industry Organizations Recognition

• Society of Cosmetic Chemists from the California Chapter and the Nation Level
• Beauty Industry West
• Over 175 Beauty Industry Magazine Awards, including:
  • Allure Magazine, the best beauty editors and bloggers, for the best product in the Sun Category each year from 2002 - 2013
  • 2013 SHAPE Beauty Awards for Neutrogena Beach Defense Water + Sun Barrier Spray SPF 70 (launched in 2012), noted as the leading “Best for Swimming” protection
  • 2013 SHAPE Beauty Awards for Aveeno Protect + Hydrate SPF 70 (launched in 2012), featured as the “Best for Dry Skin” protection, highlighting Active Natural Oat ingredient and 24-hour moisturization benefit
  • 2013 “Sunnies” Awards (Seventeen Magazine) for Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 30, recognized as the best sunscreen
  • 2012 CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women) Beauty Award for Neutrogena Wet Skin Sunblock Spray SPF 50+, the first ever sunscreen to cut through water and adhere to wet (or dry) skin while providing superior broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection.
  • 2011 Wonka Award for Outstanding Support of the Wet Skin Sunscreens
  • 2010 Allure Magazine for Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids Spray SPF 70
  • 2006 Allure Magazine for Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 55 with Helioplex

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY POSTERS

• Scientific Expert in the 360 communication for Neutrogena Sun Care in 3 separate American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) meetings and Posters: Laura's novel sunscreen technologies were the subjects of one of the best posters of each year at AAD annual meetings.
• 2013 “Enhancing Skin Hydration by Sunscreen.” Design a novel sunscreen formulations with glycerin and other skin hydrators, provided superior skin hydration efficacy, reversing the UV exposure skin dehydration compared to controls and alternative products available on the market; Product launched 2012: Aveeno Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum Protection + All Day Hydration, SPF 30,50,70
• 2011 “Design and Testing of a Physical Sunscreen for Use on Sensitive Skin.” Designed a mineral sunscreen formulation with high UVA/UVB sun protection efficacy (critical wavelength 373), developed specifically for babies and individuals with very sensitive skin. Achieved national Eczema Society guidelines for mildness not met by the leading competitors of mineral sunscreens.
• 2003 “Innovative Sunscreens with Patented Dry-Touch Technology – Neutrogena First Ultra Sheer and Active Breathable Sunblocks SPF 30 and 45.” The oily skin feel is the most likely reason for under-application of sunscreens by the consumer. Polymeric emulsifier and the oil absorbent silica synergistically reduce the oily heavy feel yet retain high sun protection efficacy. In use safety clinical testing revealed strong consumer appeal and confirmed performance benefits. This new technology established new high aesthetic standards worldwide in the Sun Care category marketplace leveraged by J&J across all its Sun Care brands.

Symposia

Sought out globally to share our expertise in the art and science of formulation chemistry and aesthetics.
• Global Sun Care Technologies Review, 2013 Aug J&J Upper Management
• Formulating Recreational Sunscreens with Inorganic/New Technology, 2012 J&J Global Product Design Community, New Jersey
• Global Sun Care Formulation Curriculum, 2008 J&J Global Product Design Community, China and Singapore
• Formulating Recreational Sunscreens with Helioplex and Dry-Touch Tech, 2006 J&J Global Product Design Community, New Jersey
• Formulating Recreational Sunscreens, 2005 J&J Global Product Design Community, Val de Reuil, France
• Formulating Recreational Sunscreens with Dry-Touch Technology, 2004 J&J Sun Care Summit Symposium, Pennsylvania