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Feb 01, 2012 | 05:08 AM CST

Patent Picks—Sugar Sunscreen, UV Microcapsules, ‘Rugby Ball’ Particles and More

By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to sun care and UV protection, as well as reversing the effects of UV damage.

Jan 18, 2012 | 10:02 AM CST

Patent Picks— Foam Enhancement, Functionalized Polymers, Modified Sorbitan Siloxanes, Bacterial Cellulose Network and More for Cleansing

By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to cleansing skin and hair.

Jan 10, 2012 | 04:28 PM CST

Comparatively Speaking: Spectral Color vs. Perceived Color

By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC; and Nick…

Tony O'Lenick collaborated with Nick Morante to develop a four-part series of the "Comparatively Speaking" column that focuses on color. This is the first in the series, where Morante helps explain the difference between spectral color and perceived color.

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Feb 03, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Tom's of Maine Launches Sustainable Antiperspirant

Tom's of Maine Unscented Naturally Dry Antiperspirant

Tom's of Maine has launched an antiperspirant line that is formulated with sustainably sourced ingredients.

Feb 02, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

NSF International Adds Hazard Assessment Program to Sustainability Services

NSF International offers chemical reviews in accordance with Clean Production Action’s (CPA) GreenScreen for Safer Chemicals program.

Feb 01, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Avocado Anti-aging Active for Skin

Expanscience Laboratoires sourced avocado pulp to create an anti-aging, detoxifying and plumping active.

Jan 31, 2012 | 08:33 AM CST

Colipa Changes Its Name to Cosmetics Europe

The European Cosmetics Association (Colipa) has changed its name to Cosmetics Europe–The Personal Care Association. The name change is said to reflect the growth and importance of the European cosmetics industry.

Jan 30, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Eco-friendly, Nonflammable Liquified Gas Propellant

In response to current and possible future restrictions on hydrofluorocarbon (HFC), Honeywell has introduced a propellant that performs like an HFC but exhibits favorable environmental properties.

Jan 27, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Silicone Microemulsion Hair Conditioning Agent

Evonik Industries AG has launched a silicone emulsion conditioning agent for hair that serves additional benefits such as heat protection and color retention.



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