Recent in Skin Care (page 14 of 18)
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Replacements for Silicone in Shampoo Formulations – BASF
Solving the Mystery of Natural Product Preservation – schülke inc.
Fast Analysis of Cosmetic Allergens Using Convergence Chromatography with Mass Spectrometry – Waters Corp.
Plantasil® 4V: Our Silicone Alternative, 4 Values Conditioning Booster – BASF
SustOleo: Reducing Environmental & Social Impact – Inolex
Read the Label: Vichy Normaderm Triple-action 3 in 1 Cleanser
Apr 3, 2013
Multifunctional treatment products are the beauty consumer’s opportunity for a bargain, especially in a case like this, where an anti-acne cleanser that purifies also smooths and mattifies the skin. This column will review the ingredient listing for claims substantiation and functionality.
Communicating Anti-aging Skin Care Benefits to the Consumer: Part I
Apr 2, 2013
This dialogue, the first of a two-part series, is based on a presentation given by Katerina Steventon, PhD, at the Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference on June 12, 2012, in London. It establishes a conversation with Steve Barton, a skin biologist, to discuss concerns and perceptions of British consumers related to skin care. Barton has extensive experience working with marketing teams to improve communication of skin care benefits to consumers, to initiate a dialogue between the consumer and the formulator.
Development of a Novel, Soothing Tissue Incorporating Phase-change Materials
Apr 2, 2013
Frequent and repetitive tissue use can lead to inflammation of the nasal area. While technologies were already marketed to help minimize and prevent further irritation, none had targeted the heat and redness associated with an already inflamed nose. This presented a market need but several formulating challenges. Described here are the steps taken to find a practical solution to these challenges.
Formula Troubleshooting: DHA-based Self-tan Products
Apr 1, 2013 | Peter Tsolis,The Estée Lauder Companies; and Konstantinos M. Lahanas, PhD, The Lahanas Group LLC
The self-tanning market has been steadily growing due to advances in formulation technology as well as the consumer trend to seek out safer tanning solutions. Ongoing concerns surrounding the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, along with endorsements from anti-cancer societies, have created the perfect environment for self-tanning products.
Formula Troubleshooting: DHA-based Self-tan Products
Apr 1, 2013
The self-tanning market has been steadily growing due to advances in formulation technology as well as the consumer trend to seek out safer tanning solutions. Ongoing concerns surrounding the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, along with endorsements from anti-cancer societies, have created the perfect environment for self-tanning products.
'Trying' Time
Mar 27, 2013
From cover to cover, this issue is packed with approaches to create and measure experiences in personal care, which nicely matches this year’s new “give it a try” sentiment—after all experi-ment leads to experi-ence.
Wise Words From the Bench with Gene Frank
Mar 27, 2013
On Nov. 13, 2012, Frank was awarded the Stanley Allured Lifetime Achievement Award by the MWSCC for his dedication to the chapter and the education of its future members. Frank serves as a role model for those navigating the murky waters of cosmetic science, and his experience in R&D, for both contract and retail cosmetic manufacturing, provides a unique view for those just starting out.
Consumer Perspective—Seasonal Cleansing
Mar 25, 2013
The traditional way of cleansing, until a decade or so ago, advocated using soap and water, or rich cleansing milk and toner, depending on the consumer’s preference. This approach has been superseded by cleansing balm in winter and mild facial wash in summer.
Assessing Safety: Best Foot Forward
Mar 25, 2013
From an insider’s view, safety testing is an assumed step in the development of any product on the market. This puts the pressure on analytical and quality control efforts behind the scenes to ensure that ingredients and products meet or exceed expectations. In doing so, theoretically, no one else has to give it a second thought. For those who must give it considerable thought, this edition features two articles on testing, among other topics.
Forming a Film for Irritation-free Hair Removal
Mar 25, 2013
Like most methods of hair removal, chemical depilation is known to cause skin irritation. This can be concealed on the body but it is much more noticeable on the face, posing a challenge for women who wish to conceal their depilation efforts, as well as formulators creating chemical depilatories. Siân Morris, PhD, and her R&D team at Procter & Gamble (P&G) believe they solved this dilemma.
Wise Words From the Bench With P&G's George Deckner
Mar 25, 2013
According to George Deckner, research fellow at Procter and Gamble (P&G), the key to being an innovative formulator is knowing material science. “Materials are what lead formulation innovation. The formulation stuff is easy to get when you understand material science.”
50+ Formulating, Asian Innovation, Water and More at in-cosmetics 2013
Mar 11, 2013 | Imogen Matthews
The Marketing Trends presentations at in-cosmetics will discuss key industry issues such as the role of water in the cosmetic industry, beauty products and the environment, new product innovation from Asia, how older consumers are an overlooked demographic and what to expect in future new product development.