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 About Olalla Consulting 

 

Olalla Consulting Team

Our experts have dedicated over two decades working for some of the most renowned global brands. We are first-hand witness to the the transformation power of innovative product design and testing.

At Olalla Consulting, we are dedicated to helping businesses achieve their full potential through innovative strategies, tailored solutions, and expert guidance.

Drawing on four generations of chemists and over 20 years of global product-development experience, Olalla Consulting blends scientific rigor with innovation. Our founder has helped launch products in brands such as Dove, Isdin, Rexona, Zoflora, and Oilatum. 

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Our story

Olalla Consulting was born out of a vision to create a consulting firm that prioritizes integrity, collaboration, and results. Our founder, Carmen M. Lerga, recognized the need for a consulting partner that not only understands the complexities of today's business landscape but also genuinely cares about the success of its clients. From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in the industry, we have remained committed to delivering exceptional value and building long-lasting relationships.

Our Vision

Carmen founded Olalla Consulting with a mission to empower businesses to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve sustainable growth. Her hands-on approach, combined with her technical expertise and strategic mindset, ensures that clients receive tailored solutions that deliver measurable results. At Olalla Consulting, we believe in building long-term partnerships based on trust, integrity, and a shared commitment to excellence.

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What We Do

We specialize in concept generation, formulation development, product testing, claims substantiation, regulatory compliance. Our approach is rooted in a deep understanding of your unique needs, allowing us to craft customized solutions that deliver measurable results. From startups to established enterprises, we work with businesses of all sizes to unlock their potential and achieve their goals.

Our Values

Integrity: We believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
Innovation: We embrace creativity and cutting-edge solutions to stay ahead of the curve.
Collaboration: We work closely with our clients, fostering partnerships built on trust and mutual respect.
Excellence: We are committed to delivering the highest standards of quality in everything we do.

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Publications and Presentations

Carmen career includes over 20 years leading global development programs and technical consultancies behind several of the leading cosmetic, chemical and pharmaceutical brands. Collaborated closely with independent experts, brands, manufacturers and specialist chemists across the globe. Including several laboratories whose influence has been essential to texture innovation, inclusive shape development, and cultural grounding product design.

Speaker:

Cost Efficient O/W Emulsion Stability Without High Pressure Homogenisation, CHEMUK, Birmingham, 2026

Transparency in Product Claims: Communicating Efficiently with Consumers, SCS Formulate creating cosmetics, Coventry, 2025

Transparency in Product Claims: Communicating Efficiently with Consumers - Future of Homecare Cleaning Products Europe, London 2025

Homecare Cleaning Products: Key Technology Innovations and Future Pathways- Future of Homecare Cleaning Products Europe, London 2024

Natural Ingredients from Specialty Oils in Personal Care – In-Cosmetics, Amsterdam 2018

Natural Alternatives to Synthetic Surfactants in Personal Care – In-Cosmetics, London 2017

The Effect of SLS and PCP on the Stratum Corneum – SC & Skin VII Forum Conference, Cardiff 2012

Writer:

Metabolic Beauty: Taste, Compliance and the Rise of Ingestible Skin Care Ecosystems, Global Cosmetic Industry, 2026

Cleansing Formulations and Their Effect on Skin – SOFW Journal, 2018

Memberships and Certifications

 

RSC

Royal Society of Chemistry

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Chemical Watch

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Global Cosmetic Cluster

 

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Society Of Cosmetic Science 

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Cosmetic Cluster UK

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IFSCC

 

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British Beauty Council

 

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Cosmetic Executive Women