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May 11, 2011 | 07:48 AM CDT

Comparatively Speaking—Entanglement vs. Overlap

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

This edition of "Comparatively Speaking" describes the difference between the critical molecular weight of entanglement and critical concentration of overlap. These concepts are important for formulators to grasp since they deal with altering the physical properties of a finished product.

Jun 15, 2010 | 06:00 PM CDT

Water-based Plant Extract Emulsion Technology

Analyses Recherches Innovation Instrumentale (AR2i) has introduced a water plant emulsion processing technology to enable the production of ultra fine fluid emulsions with extracts of plants.

May 13, 2010 | 11:23 AM CDT

Silicone Fluid to Stabilize Avobenzone

Hallstar has developed a silicone fluid to enhance the stability of the UVA filter avobenzone by quenching its excited state, as well as improve the feel and spreadability of sunscreen formulations.

Nov 06, 2007 | 04:44 PM CST

Protein-protected Emollient Spheres

A new oilbody line of ingredients utilizes a technology in which the protein-protected emollient spheres are harvested fully intact and without traditional chemical seed crushing methods.

Apr 20, 2007 | 09:59 AM CDT

Volatile Siloxane Fluid for Personal Care

Dow Corning has created a volatile alkyl methyl siloxane fluid to enhance personal care applications.

Jun 28, 2006 | 02:10 PM CDT

Degussa Introduces Carrier for Liquid Actives

Degussa AG has announced the launch of its new granulated fumed silica.

Apr 13, 2006 | 10:32 AM CDT

DSM Presents Ubiquinone

DSM Nutritional Products introduced its ubiquinone ingredient at the Midwest chapter SCC TeamWorks conference and exhibition.

Feb 07, 2006 | 10:57 AM CST

Foamix Awarded American, Australian Patents for Delivery Technology

Foamix Ltd. announced it has received two separate patents for its delivery system/carrier technology.