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NaCl vs. SLS Solutions
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between NaCl (salt) solution and a solution of sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS).
Dec 01, 2006 | 11:13 AM CST
Sulfate-free Cleansers
By: Tom Schoenberg, McIntyre Group Ltd.
With proper formulating techniques, sulfate-free cleansers that offer improved mildness and conditioning are possible. This article will present formulations based on alternate surfactant systems to provide the performance required for the specific applications.
Nov 06, 2006 | 03:48 PM CST
Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Surfactant vs. Fluoro Surfactant
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick asks: What is the difference between a fatty surfactant and a fluoro surfactant? Bruce Baker of ICT Chemicals Inc. provides the answer.
Sep 08, 2006 | 04:55 PM CDT
Surfactants Word Search
Industry expert Ken Klein tests your formulating knowledge with a surfactants word search.
Aug 31, 2006 | 11:31 AM CDT
Bench & Beyond: New Dimensions for Surfactants
By: Rachel L. Chapman
A brief Internet search reveals uses for surfactants in different industries that personal care formulators might find interesting and transferable to personal care applications.
Aug 31, 2006 | 10:36 AM CDT
Anionic Interactions with Cationic Gemini Surfactants
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., Siltech LLC and Thom…
The objective of this paper is to expand the study of interactions between anionic and cationic surfactants to specific Gemini surfactants and to investigate whether their interactions depend upon the linkage group between them.
May 18, 2006 | 04:28 PM CDT
Partnership for the Production of Fatty Alcohols
Cognis Ltd. and Thai Oleochemicals Company Ltd. have entered a 50/50 joint venture...
May 05, 2006 | 05:32 PM CDT
Brooklyn College Researchers Honored for Surfactant Science
A recent scientific article published by two Brooklyn College researchers was honored with the Soap and Detergent Association (SDA) Distinguished Paper Award.
Apr 21, 2006 | 10:38 AM CDT
AarhusKarlshamn Presents Surfactants for Shea Formulas
AarhusKarlshamn (AAK) presented two novel surfactants to formulate a range of shea butter-based shampoos and conditioners...
Apr 21, 2006 | 08:41 AM CDT
Pseudo-Nonionic Surfactant Complexes in Soap Bars
By: Suman K. Chopra, Teresa Carale and Bret Schwei…
Pseudo-nonionic surfactant complexes formed between anionic and cationic surfactants improved physical and sensorial attributes of soap formulations. Two complexes are described; one more stable and the other having the lowest irritation potential.