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Sep 29, 2010 | 10:33 AM CDT
Sucrose Ester Multilamellar Emulsifiers for Skin Moisturization
By: My Trinh Luu and Michel Mercier, MMP Inc., and…
In the present article, a topical emulsifier blend comprising two sucrose esters at low use levels and one solid fatty alcohol is described. This composition was designed to make the use of sucrose esters in formulations more cost-effective. The blend is shown to form multilamellar liquid crystalline networks for various benefits including skin moisturization, which is assessed here.
Sep 22, 2010 | 09:24 AM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Humectants vs. Emollients vs. Occlusive Agents
By: Kelly Dobos, Kao Corp., and Anthony J. O'Lenic…
The following excerpt is adapted with permission from an article by Kelly Dobos of Kao Corp., titled, "How Do Skin Moisturizers Work," which was featured on the Chemist's Corner. The article discusses how moisturizers work on skin with respect to the three main ingredient categories: humectants, emollients and occlusive agents.
Sep 13, 2010 | 10:19 AM CDT
Hydrolyzed Quinoa for Hair Moisture, Repair
TRI-K Industries has launched a hydrolyzed quinoa protein that is said to moisturize and repair hair.
Sep 09, 2010 | 10:35 AM CDT
Peas, Yeast and Rice Bran for Skin Care
International Specialty Products (ISP) has launched a line of skin care ingredients derived from natural sources. The line can be formulated into a variety of personal care products.
Sep 08, 2010 | 08:51 AM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Linear vs. Branched vs. Unsaturated Alcohols and Acids
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
Tony O’Lenick asks Art Hein of Jarchem to explain the difference between linear, branched and unsaturated alcohols and acids. These properties can be used by the formulator to choose the correct ester for a given formulation.
Sep 01, 2010 | 10:27 AM CDT
Assessing the Targeting Conditioning Performance of Cationic Polymers
By: Paquita Erazo-Majewicz, PhD, John A. Graham, P…
The distribution of a conditioning shampoo’s cationic polymers and silicone oils along the hair fiber defines its performance. Therefore in the present paper, researchers conduct spectroscopy and microscopy measurements to assess the polymer and silicone deposition of various conditioning systems on hair fibers, the results of which are used to compare efficacy.
Aug 31, 2010 | 10:08 AM CDT
Conditioning Polymers, Surfactants Lead US Personal Care Ingredient Growth
Conditioning polymers lead the way in the US personal care ingredients market, which is forecasted by Kline & Company to grow at an annual rate of 2.2% through 2014.
Aug 10, 2010 | 04:50 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Silicone Anionics and Cationics vs. Soft Complex for Hair Care
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
The presence of ionic groups affects silicone in an analogous way to how ionic groups affect fatty surfactants. Here, Tony O'Lenick explains how molecular modifications to silicones can result in ionic complexes that are soluble in water and compatible with each other.
Aug 03, 2010 | 09:42 AM CDT
Fruit-derived Emollients for Skin Care
Desert Whale has launched two emollients derived from fruit; one using lime oil with a twist, i.e. hydrogenated vegetable oil to improve barrier function, and another that combines a number of fruit oils for skin care.
Jul 20, 2010 | 09:53 AM CDT
Stimulating NMF Production in Skin
Sederma has created an active that stimulates two enzymes involved in filaggrin metabolism to synthesize the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF).