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Improving the Sensory Properties of Lye Hair Relaxers
Feb 20, 2015
Previous work found soluble silicates in lye relaxers to impart positive effects. Therefore, a compound based on potassium silicate, alkyl polyglycoside and glycerin was developed to improve the effects of lye relaxers on the mechanical and sensorial properties of hair. This article explores various benefits of this compound using variations of two lye relaxer test formulations.
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Dimethiconal Panthenol: Hair Color Protection with Multiple Benefits
Jan 22, 2015
Consumers are increasingly becoming wary of unnecessary chemicals in products. In response, Biosil Technologies, Inc. has developed Biosil Basics® Amino DL-30 CE, a paraben- and phenoxyethanol-free silicone, to formulate hair care products without sacrificing function.
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Multifunctional Performance from a New Generation Hair Polymer
Sep 9, 2014
Today’s styling formulations are further optimized with polymer combinations. This is especially true for styling gel and wax formulations, with combinations of styling polymers and polymeric thickeners to achieve the right balance of rheology profile, setting performance and humidity resistance without sacrificing sensory properties, e.g. peaking, gel structure and clarity. Luviset One (INCI: Acrylates/Methacrylamide Copolymer) offers hair care formulators the opportunity to reduce the complexity of styling gel and wax formulations with the use of only one polymer.
Blurred Lines: The Growing Influence of Cosmetics in Hair Care Innovation
Aug 12, 2014
Hair care is seeing a boost in the personalization of its products, a trend that is heavily influenced from the color cosmetic and skin care beauty categories.
Researchers Propose Coloring Hair with Nano-Patterning
Jul 29, 2014
Researchers from the University of New Mexico and Los Alamos National Laboratories have reported nano-patterning a diffraction grating on human hair with a focused ion to allow the hair to reflect colors in the spectrum to produce a hair color pattern with a flat iron.
Read the Label Online: Nexxus Color Assure Pre-wash Primer
Jun 17, 2014
This primer is formulated with exotic white orchid extract, to help seal and protect each hair strand; repelling water to colored hair remarkably vibrant. This column will review the ingredient listing for functionality and claims substantiation.
Strategies for Hair Repair, Strengthening and Growth
Jun 1, 2014
Many approaches can be used to fight hair damage and aging. These include repairing hair structure to recover as much of its integrity as possible and treating hair with specified ingredients to increase strength and resilience. In addition, promoting hair growth can be accomplished by acting on the scalp. The practical application of these strategies is described here.
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Examining Strength and Anti-breakage Claims
May 1, 2014
In this excerpt from his chapter on “Hair Care Product Claims,” Trefor Evans opens the door to the examination of strength and anti-breakage product claims.
Baobab Protein to Improve Hair Condition
Apr 21, 2014
TRI-K Industries has developed a multifunctional protein from baobab that helps to repair damage, increase hair strength, protect from UV damage, moisturize dry hair and nourish strands.
Novel Shampoo Effects from Solvay
Apr 11, 2014
During in-cosmetics 2014, Solvay launched a conditioning solution created to meet market demands for silicone-free, sulfate-free, oil-based and oil-free shampoos. The system targets not the hair type, but the type of effect desired from shampoos.
New Lubrizol Polymer Offers Better Suspension in Shampoo Formulations
Apr 9, 2014
The Lubrizol Corporation announced its new polymer technology created for shampoo applications.
BASF Highlights New Formulation Concepts at in-cosmetics 2014
Apr 1, 2014
BASF launched a range of new product formulations in-cosmetics 2014, including options for extreme hair styling, skin lightening/brightening and body contouring.
Unexpected Answers from Pudding to Powders with Barbara J. Morley
Jan 22, 2014
Barbara J. Morley received the Stanley Allured Award for Lifetime Service from the Midwest SCC in November 2013. An emeritus member since 2007, she has held offices including chair, chair-elect, secretary (three terms) and treasurer (two terms), and has served on the newsletter, hospitality, social night, program and Teamworks committees, sometimes as chair. In 2008, she received the Midwest chapter Merit Award. Here, she describes her cosmetic career.
Lucas Meyer Debuts Hair Therapy Formulations
Nov 20, 2013
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics has introduced a collection of hair therapy formulations. Included in the set of hair formulations are: Radiant Repairing Shampoo, Radiant Hair Conditioner, Time Control Hair Lotion and CC Hair Cream.
Seatons Releases Guide to Natural Oils for Hair
Oct 30, 2013
Seatons has launched a guide to its natural oils for hair care. According to the company, more personal care manufacturers are turning to natural oils for hair care, with consumers and the media recognizing that these oils will not make hair limp and greasy.
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Protect and Preserve Hair Color with Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Jan 29, 2013
Through advancements in protein chemistry, TRI-K has discovered new benefits that effectively retain hair color through a natural and sustainable platform. Quinoa Pro EX (INCI: Hydrolyzed Quinoa) is a hydrolyzed protein that penetrates the hair shaft to prevent damage while adding control and manageability.
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Straightening Hair Safely With Cystine and Without Formaldehyde
Feb 22, 2012
To answer consumers’ desires for straight hair, and comply omit unsafe straightening ingredients, Croda has developed the Cystine Hair Smoothing System, which gently relaxes the hair’s natural curl without added formaldehyde.
A Hairy Situation
Nov 1, 2011
This collection of Cosmetics & Toiletries articles reviews the latest in hair care technology. Using micro- and nano-sized technologies to improve hairstyling is covered by R Lochhead, K McLeod, W Byrd and S Kirkland. Also, a “Hair Care Formulary” is provided to showcase styling, shampoo, conditioner and treatment formulations, as submitted by suppliers into the Cosmetic Bench Reference.
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A Quaternized Diester to Protect Hair From UVA/UVB Damage
Oct 18, 2011
To protect against both UVA and UVB damage and preserve hair strength, Croda has developed ChromAveil® (INCI: Quaternium-95 (and) Propanediol), a quaternized diester designed to provide broad-spectrum protection to hair in rinse-off systems.
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Hydrolyzed Quinoa for Hair Repair and Gloss
Dec 1, 2010
Quinoa Pro EX (INCI Name: Hydrolyzed Quinoa) is a hydrolyzed quinoa protein from TRI-K Industries that is designed to bind to the hair shaft and penetrate the cortex, bringing moisture and repair deep into the hair.