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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.

Jan 04, 2012 | 08:08 AM CST

Patent Picks—Reducing Friction, Gentle Cleansing and Improving Dry Conditioning in Hair

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 hair care formulating.

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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.

Jan 26, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Horn to Distribute for Impact Colors in Western US

Impact Colors Inc. has named Horn, formerly E.T. Horn, as its West Coast distributor. As part of the agreement, Horn will distribute Impact Colors' effect pigments and products in ten western states.

Jan 25, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Clay for Full Coverage Foundation

Amazonian Clay 12-hour Full Coverage Foundation

Tarte has utilized Amazonian clay in another product, this time to provide coverage in a foundation for all skin types.

Jan 24, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

ICMAD Responds to Suit Against FDA Over Nanotechnology

In response to the suit filed against the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by a coalition of six consumer safety and environmental groups over the FDA's lack of nanotechnology regulation, Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers & Distributors (ICMAD) has sent an exclusive response to Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine, as shown here.

Jan 24, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

Hu Replaces Wentworth as VP of R&D for HallStar

Robert Shengkui Hu, PhD, has been named vice president of R&D for The HallStar Company. Hu will replace Gary Wentworth, who will retire from the company this year after overseeing the transition of his responsibilities.

Jan 23, 2012 | 02:00 AM CST

China Suggests Eight Categories for Licensing Special Use Cosmetics

China's State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) sought comment regarding its recent organization of "special use cosmetics" into eight different categories. On Dec. 29, 2011, the SFDA published eight draft categories to obtain a hygienic license including: liquid, half solid, solid, cream or lotion, aerosol, organic solvent, ceryl-based and other.



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