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Olalla Consulting

We help scientific discoveries become commercial products

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We work with organisations transforming scientific knowledge into commercially successful products. From university spin-offs and ingredient developers to cosmetic brands, home care companies and manufacturers, we provide the scientific, formulation, testing and regulatory expertise needed to move innovation confidently towards market.

Scientific Spin-Offs

Transform research into commercially viable products with support in formulation development, regulatory strategy, technical validation and market readiness.

Ingredient Suppliers

Strengthen ingredient adoption through technical positioning, application development, claims support, INCI strategy and compliance guidance.

Cosmetic Brands

Develop innovative cosmetic products supported by formulation expertise, testing programmes, regulatory compliance and evidence-based product claims.

Home Care Brands

Create high-performing cleaning and household products with support in formulation optimisation, performance testing and regulatory requirements.

Manufacturers

Enhance product development pipelines through formulation troubleshooting, scale-up support, technical documentation and compliance expertise.

Research Organisations

Bridge the gap between scientific discovery and commercial application through technology transfer, validation studies and product development support.

"Really deep domain understanding. She is a material chemist and her understanding of the space is very strong. Additionally she has worked in many top end high quality businesses which adds to her outlook. I would highly recommend using Olalla for all cosmetic regulation approvals."

K.Dolan, The Good Egg, UK

What Challenge Are You Facing?

Innovation rarely follows a straight path. Whether you are developing a new ingredient, optimising a formulation or preparing for market entry, we help overcome the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges that stall progress.

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Commercialise an Ingredient

Move new ingredients from laboratory innovation to commercial adoption through technical validation, positioning and regulatory strategy.

Improve Formulation Performance

Address stability, compatibility and performance challenges to create robust and market-ready products.

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Generate Evidence and Claims

Build credible scientific support through application testing, claims substantiation and performance validation.

Achieve Regulatory Compliance

Navigate UK and EU regulatory requirements with confidence, from safety assessments to product documentation.

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Whatever stage your project has reached, Olalla Consulting provides the scientific, technical and regulatory expertise needed to move innovation forward with confidence.

The Innovation Journey

Successful products require more than good science. We support every stage of the journey, helping innovators move from discovery

and development through testing, compliance and commercialisation.

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From Research to Market

Translate Scientific Discovery       

Transform promising scientific research into practical commercial opportunities through technical evaluation, ingredient strategy and market-focused development.         

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From Raw Material to Market

Position Ingredients for Success   

Support ingredient suppliers and innovators with regulatory pathways, technical documentation, application development and market positionning.             

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From Concept to Product

Create Market-Ready Formulas

Develop effective, scalable cosmetic and home care products supported by formulation expertise, testing and regulatory understanding.                                                                 

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From Problem to Solution

Resolve Technical Challenges    

Identify the root causes of performance, stability or processing issues and implement practical solutions that improve product quality and robustness.                    

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From Claim to  Evidence

Build Credible Technical Support

Generate the testing, substantiation and technical evidence needed to support product claims with confidence and regulatory alignment.                                           

"Carmen provided an exceptional service during our recent CPSR safety assessment project. We had to move to a new supplier at short notice, which meant working to extremely tight deadlines, and Carmen handled the entire process with professionalism, diligence and great attention to detail.
We greatly appreciated Carmen’s professionalism, technical expertise and extensive experience in the cosmetics industry. I would not hesitate to recommend her to any brand looking for a knowledgeable and reliable cosmetic safety assessor.."

Michelle Sartorio, AUE Natural Ltd, UK

Expertise Across the Innovation Lifecycle

Our expertise combines scientific understanding with practical industry experience, helping organisations make informed decisions at every stage of product development.

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Discovery

 Identifying scientific opportunities and innovation potential.

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Translation

 Converting research into practical commercial applications.

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Formulation

 Creating effective and scalable product concepts.         

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Validation 

 Testing performance, stability and technical feasibility.    

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Compliance

 Meeting regulatory requirements and market expectations.    

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Commercialisation

 Supporting successful product launch and adoption.    

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Why Olalla Consulting

Many consultancies specialise in only one part of the development process. Olalla Consulting combines scientific expertise, formulation knowledge, testing strategy, regulatory understanding and commercial awareness to help innovation progress efficiently from concept to market.

Working across cosmetics, home care, ingredients and adjacent technical sectors provides a broader perspective that helps clients identify risks earlier, make better decisions and accelerate.

Helping Innovation Move Forward

From university spin-outs developing novel ingredients to manufacturers navigating formulation and regulatory challenges, we support organisations at critical stages of product development. Here are a few examples of how scientific expertise, formulation insight and regulatory understanding have helped clients move closer to market success.

Sustainable Ingredient Commercialisation

Bioataraxis, an Imperial College spin-out, had developed a novel bio-based surfactant with strong technical potential but required support to achieve market readiness. Olalla Consulting helped define regulatory pathways, support INCI registration, develop technical documentation and strengthen ingredient positioning, creating a clearer route towards commercial adoption in cosmetic and detergent applications.

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Solving Complex Formulation Challenges

A CBD wellness brand was experiencing persistent frosting, crystallisation and stability issues within a flagship topical balm. Through formulation troubleshooting, processing review and regulatory assessment, Olalla Consulting identified the underlying causes and developed a structured reformulation roadmap that improved product stability and reduced development risk.                                                         

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Accelerating Regulatory Readiness

A manufacturer entering the cosmetics sector required rapid support to meet customer requirements and launch deadlines. Olalla Consulting coordinated the regulatory process, supporting product information file preparation and safety assessment activities, helping the client move confidently from development to successful market launch.                                                

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Stay informed with practical guidance on ingredient development, formulation science, regulatory strategy and product commercialisation. Explore expert articles, technical guides, checklists and presentations designed to help organisations make better development decisions and bring innovations to market more effectively.

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Ready to Move Your Innovation Forward?

Whether you are commercialising an ingredient, developing a formulation, generating technical evidence or navigating regulatory requirements, we can help define the next steps.