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Next Generation Product Concept Trends – Croda
A Hairy Situation
Oct 28, 2011 | Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine
This issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine 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 that provides the latest styling, shampoo, conditioner and treatment formulations, as submitted by suppliers into the Cosmetic Bench Reference.
Ending the Cycle of Split Ends
Oct 28, 2011 | Michael Wright and Margaret Szerszen, Alberto Culver Co., now a part of Unilever N.V.
Split end maintenance is a significant consumer need in the hair care market. New research shows additional discoveries in the formation of split ends, compositions containing polyelectrolyte complexes used to repair them and microscopy techniques to communicate the breakthrough benefit to the consumer.
Enhancing Hairstyling with Micro- and Nano-phase Technologies
Oct 28, 2011 | Robert Lochhead, Kelly McLeod and Willis Byrd, The School of Polymers, The University of Southern Mississippi; and Stacey Kirkland Johnson & Johnson
Nanostructured materials are being introduced to personal care technologies to offer better resistance to moisture, to enhance strength and to confer stimuli responsive behavior. Some of the scientific advances that build upon new knowledge in this emerging field are highlighted in this article.
Read the Label Online: Tigi's Bedhead Colour Combat Colour Goddess Shampoo
Oct 18, 2011 | Irwin Palefsky, Cosmetech Laboratories Inc.
This online-only "Read the Label" reviews finished products to discuss why specific ingredients were used in the formulations. Here, Tigi's Bedhead Colour Combat Colour Goddess Shampoo is discussed.
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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.
Keratin Split-end Repair
Aug 23, 2011
Phyto has launched the Phytokératine Repairative Program, a line of hair care products formulated to strengthen weak hair and prevent further breakage. The line comprises a shampoo, a conditioner and a serum.
Read the Label Online: Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo
Aug 8, 2011 | Irwin Palefsky, Cosmetech
This online-only "Read the Label" reviews finished products to discuss why specific ingredients were used in the formulations. Here, Procter & Gamble's Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo is discussed.
Galanga, Sunflower Highlight Color Protection
Jul 18, 2011
Procter & Gamble brand Frédéric Fekkai has added a highlight treatment to its Salon Technician Color Care line.
Lab Lessons—Wise Words From the Bench with Mukund Bhuta
Jun 30, 2011 | Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine
Ease of application has made aerosols one of the most demanded product forms in personal care and many innovative launches in this form, including dry shampoos, sunless tanners and sunscreens, among others, have been seen in recent years. Technologies continue to advance this product category, and Mukund “Mac” Bhuta, who has nearly 50 years of experience with aerosols, is responsible for a number of them.
Lupine for Hair Color Retention
Jun 23, 2011
Johnson & Johnson has focused on the color retention ability of lupine to launch a hair color treatment line under the Aveeno brand.
Read the Label Online: Living Proof Straight Spray
Jun 6, 2011 | Irwin Palefsky, Cosmetech Laboratories Inc.
This online-only "Read the Label" reviews finished products to discuss why specific ingredients were used in the formulations. Here, Living Proof's Straight Spray is discussed.
Sodium Hyaluronate and Rice Starch for Hair Volume
May 23, 2011
Oscar Blandi has introduced a serum formulated with a cationic derivative of sodium hyaluronate and a rice starch powder reportedly to plump the hair shaft for more volume.