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Mar 01, 2012 | 04:45 PM CST
Science Applied
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries mag…
Cosmetics have evolved and are now expected to do much more. In fact, some have been doing more since ancient times, as Li explains with a review of the history and application of Traditional Chinese Medicine in cosmetics.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:52 PM CST
Lab Lessons—Wise Words From the Bench With Robert Hefford, PhD
By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…
Although hair is technically dead, the hair care industry is alive and well thanks to the skill sets driving hair care brands—and no one knows this better than Robert Hefford, PhD. Although he has formulated in other categories, Hefford is a true hair care expert, having conducted basic research, formulating, testing, package design, scale-up and more for some of the industry’s top brands. Here, he recounts some of his experiences over the past three decades.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:48 PM CST
Proliposome-coated Mica With Bioactives for Benefits in Facial Powders
By: Malyn Chulasiri, PhD, Better Way (Thailand) C…
The article discusses the preparation of proliposome-coated mica harboring bioactives from plant origin that have skin-whitening/-lightening effects. The treated mica is incorporated into facial powder for skin-smoothing, -moisturizing and -lightening properties, which are evaluated here.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:30 PM CST
Formula Troubleshooting—Stability, Uniformity in Foundations
By: Peter Tsolis and John Castro, The Estée Lauder…
Although any formulation type can pose obstacles for the cosmetic chemist, foundations are notorious for their degree of difficulty and intricacy of detail. As if it were not challenging enough to stabilize emulsions with superior aesthetics, foundations require emulsion stability while ensuring color properly develops and stays uniform throughout the product.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:26 PM CST
Formula Anatomy Deciphered—Color Foundations and Bases
By: Luigi Rigano, Rigano Industrial Consulting Lab…
The category of color cosmetics referred to as foundations, also known as bases, strives to achieve a complex mix of functional, sensorial and aesthetic effects. These all-over facial cosmetics aim to hide minor skin imperfections like wrinkles and blemishes; to even and modify the skin color of the face; and to alter the light reflection capability and luminosity of the face and neck—all while maintaining a natural-looking and velvety appearance.
Feb 28, 2012 | 03:39 PM CST
Feb 22, 2012 | 09:32 AM CST
Comparatively Speaking: Exotic vs. Standard Color Additive
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 fourth in the series where Morante explains the difference between an exotic color and a standard color additive?
Feb 16, 2012 | 02:56 PM CST
Oxygen Brightening Foundation
Benefit Cosmetics LLC has introduced a foundation formulated to brighten skin.
Feb 09, 2012 | 02:01 PM CST
Hybrid Silicone Powders for Oil Absorption in Cosmetics
Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, a US subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., has added two oil-absorbing spherical powders to its KSP line of hybrid silicone powders. The line combines a silicone rubber core with a with a silicone resin shell to provide feel and visual benefits to cosmetic formulations.
Feb 07, 2012 | 04:35 PM CST
Comparatively Speaking: Regulation of Coal-tar Hair Dyes vs. Other Color Additives in Cosmetics
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 third in the series where Morante explains the difference between the FDA's regulation for coal-tar hair dyes vs. other color additives in cosmetics.