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Dec 02, 2011 | 02:05 PM CST
Formula Anatomy Deciphered—Shampoos
By: Eric S. Abrutyn, TPC2 Advisors Ltd.
The primary purpose of a shampoo is to clean the hair and scalp; all other attributes such as styling, conditioning split ends, adding shine and improving combability are accomplished by grooming tasks and used for claim purposes to differentiate a product from the competition.
Dec 02, 2011 | 02:00 PM CST
Ingredient Profile—Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
By: Michael J. Fevola, PhD, Johnson & Johnson
The present column features one of the oldest and most well-known members of the amphoteric family: sodium lauroamphoacetate (SLAA).
Nov 23, 2011 | 08:53 AM CST
Patent Picks—Natural Preservatives, Beta-Lactam for Hair Growth, Allyl Caproate for Sensory 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 patents related to actives for skin and hair care as well as inventions to improve formulation stability, preservation and sensory attributes.
Nov 15, 2011 | 04:22 PM CST
Naturally Derived Rinse-off Concentrates and Emulsifiers
Stephenson Personal Care has launched two new lines—a line of multifunctional rinse-off concentrates, and a line of of oil and water soluble emulsifiers. Both Durosoft and Duroclens are derived from natural sources.
Nov 11, 2011 | 11:50 AM CST
Protecting Hair From Moisture Loss
Living Proof has launched Restore, a line of hair care products formulated to moisturize and smooth and protect dry, damaged hair.
Nov 09, 2011 | 10:32 AM CST
Patent Picks—Azo Quinolinium, Permanent Waving, Anionic Surfactants, Cassia Derivatives and More for Hair Care
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 patents related to hair care.
Nov 02, 2011 | 09:59 AM CDT
Hair Fixative Polymer With Natural Content
AkzoNobel Global Personal Care has launched a naturally derived fixative polymer for clear hair gels, spray gels, creams, lotions and mousses.
Oct 31, 2011 | 09:45 AM CDT
Conditioning Agent for Fiber Alignment and Reduced Friction
Croda has launched a non-quaternized conditioning agent that is said to enhance fiber alignment and reduce friction between hair strands.
Oct 28, 2011 | 01:50 PM CDT
A Hairy Situation
By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…
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.
Oct 28, 2011 | 10:23 AM CDT
Enhancing Hairstyling with Micro- and Nano-phase Technologies
By: Robert Lochhead, Kelly McLeod and Willis Byrd,…
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.