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Rheology/Viscosity Modifier

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Next-generation Carbopol® Polymer Proves Highly Efficient at Lower pH Levels

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Ingredient Profile: PEG-150 Distearate

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Déjà vu: A Need for Alternatives to Cocamide DEA

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Lubrizol Debuts Carbomer with Electrolyte Tolerance, Thickening and Broad pH

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Comparatively Speaking: Newtonian vs. Non-newtonian Liquids

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Dr. Straetmans Introduces Natural Oil Thickener and Cold-processable Emulsifier

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Choosing Thickening Agents for Emulsions, Part I: Water Phase Thickeners

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Polymers for Rheology and Conditioning in Hair and Skin

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Cationic Emulsifiers: A Most Underutilized Category

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Fluid Gels Based On Natural Polymers For Cosmetic Applications

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Jul 06, 2010 | 11:16 AM CDT

Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Alcohols vs. Fatty Acids vs. Esters

By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC

In the present discussion of fatty alcohols, fatty acids and esters, Tony O’Lenick recruits Ismail Walele of Phoenix Chemical to explain the differences between them.

Jun 28, 2010 | 03:57 PM CDT

Polymers in Personal Care

By: Eric Abrutyn, TPC2 Advisors Ltd., Inc.

Polymer use began in the 1800s with cellulose derivatives, the vulcanization of rubber, and styrene synthesis; but in reality, it started more than four million years ago with the formation of DNA and proteins. Polymers are a diverse class of chemistry. By definition, they are large molecules made up of chains or rings of linked monomer units—simple reactive building blocks. Smaller molecules or monomers are combined to form polymers that possess a characteristic chain structure of multiple repeating units that can be related or different.

Mar 23, 2010 | 04:53 PM CDT

Comparatively Speaking: Natural- vs. Oxo- vs. Ziegler-derived Alcohols

By: Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., Siltech LLC

Tony O'Lenick explores the difference between fatty alcohols derived naturally and those derived through the oxo process and the Ziegler process.

Mar 08, 2010 | 11:33 AM CST

Thickening Challenging Surfactant Systems

Noveon Consumer Specialties has introduced a hydrophobically modified, alkali-swellable emulsion polymer for surfactant systems that are difficult to thicken.

Jan 12, 2010 | 12:08 PM CST

Liquid Polymer Stabilizer/Conditioner for Hair and Skin

Cognis has launched a liquid polymer dispersion that functions as both a stabilizer and a conditioner and imparts sensory properties in hair and skin care applications.

Dec 03, 2009 | 04:01 PM CST

Shea Butter Emulsifier for Aqueous Formulations

Shea butter

This patent-pending, natural shea butter allows formulators to add high levels of shea functionalities including emoliency and unsaponifiables (6-8%) to aqueous formulations between 1-20%.

Dec 02, 2009 | 09:18 AM CST

Guar-derived Thickener for Antibacterial Gels

A naturally derived guar thickener from Rhodia has been designed to assist formulators with the creation hydro-alcoholic antibacterial solutions with moisturizing ingredients, such as glycerin, to leave hands clean and soft.

Nov 23, 2009 | 10:07 AM CST

Naturally-derived, Non-ethoxylated Emulsifiers for Natural Products

Colonial Chemical Inc. has created naturally-derived, non-ethoxylated emulsifiers for natural product applications, specifically for 1,4-dioxane-free formulations.

May 20, 2009 | 09:15 AM CDT

Candelilla Wax Substitute for Lip Products

The substitute exhibits the same features as standard candelilla wax including a moderate melting point range, the consistency of a hard wax, it is hydrophobic. is can be a viscosity modifier and it is a durable film former.