MODULE 5 — SENSORY MAPPING, PATTERN RECOGNITION & FORMULATION DESIGN

Lesson 5.1 — Sensory-Ecological Mapping

• Taste/aroma → chemistry → ecological function
• Pattern recognition across plant families
• Lab: Build a sensory wheel for 5 herbs

Lesson 5.2 — Formulation Matrices

• Solvent selection matrix
• Skin-type matrix
• Cleaning-task matrix
• Activity: Use matrices to design 3 new products

Lesson 5.3 — Troubleshooting & Iteration

• Texture issues, separation, oxidation, off-odors
• Adjusting ratios, solvents, temperatures
• Worksheet: “If this happens → try this”