Going Global - Safety Assessment of Cosmetics Products

Dr. James Wakefield graduated from the University of Portsmouth with a BSc in Pharmacology in 2001, before obtaining an MSc in Toxicology at the University of Surrey in 2002 and his PhD at the University of Newcastle in 2006 with a Thesis on dermal absorption and the development of in vitro models for skin irritation.

Jay has over 10 years experience working in the area of toxicological risk assessment of consumer products, specialising in personal care products, exposure modelling, and regulatory toxicology.

Following an Honours Degree in Biology & Psychology Ray began work for a multinational inspection, product testing & certification company, specialising in the risk assessment of consumer products and household chemicals. During this time he obtained an MSc in Pathology & Toxicology, with research focussing on the carcinogenic potential of essential oils. In 2007 Ray joined a leading supplier of chemical management software and was responsible for reviewing global chemical legislation and liaising with Regulatory Agencies around the world. Ray has been with Delphic HSE since 2009, providing expert advice to clients and staff, as well as overseeing the technical direction & development of the Company and its software systems.