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May 08, 2012 | 05:56 PM CDT
Read the Label Online: Sephora's Instant Airbrush Foundation
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
Now one can achieve the “mistake-proof and gorgeous look” results of a makeup artist at home with Sephora Instant Airbrush Foundation. This column will review the ingredient listing of this product for claims substantiation and functionality.
May 08, 2012 | 04:13 PM CDT
Optically Activated Particles
Lipo Chemicals will present optically activated nylon particles, which are designed to emit and diffuse visible light to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections, among other innovations.
May 03, 2012 | 02:42 PM CDT
A Novel Method to Measure and Pre-select Functional Filler Pigments
By: Miriam Becker, Christoph Schmidt, PhD, Veroni…
Functional filler pigments play an important role in adjusting optical properties such as transparency and soft focus effects in cosmetics. However, their suitability for specific formulas is not apparent until time-consuming tests using many different fillers have been conducted. Therefore, a new method to predetermine the soft focus effects of functional filler pigments is described here.
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Apr 04, 2012 | 07:50 AM CDT
Pigments in Decorative Cosmetic Formulations
In the opening overview of his latest book, Edwin Faulkner discusses the purpose of color in daily life as an introduction to a deeper examination of color usage in decorative cosmetics. Visit Alluredbooks at booth #1345 to learn more.
Mar 20, 2012 | 04:58 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Color vs. Fluorescence
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
Here, industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between color and fluorescence, as understanding the effects of fluorescence can lead to a better visual appearance to skin.
Mar 14, 2012 | 08:58 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Radiation-Diffraction Colorants, Fluorescent Pigments and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to color, such as pigments, films and colorants for skin and hair care.
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Mar 06, 2012 | 03:33 PM CST
Defining Dispersion
In this excerpt, Ed Faulkner opens his discussion of pigment dispersion by addressing the importance of a working definition of the term “dispersion.”
Mar 06, 2012 | 02:15 PM CST
Comparatively Speaking: Color vs. Certified Color
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC, and Nick…
To follow up on the four-part series of "Comparatively Speaking" columns on color that sourced Nick Morante, the color expert continues in this column to discuss the difference between colors and certified colors.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:48 PM CST
Proliposome-coated Mica With Bioactives for Benefits in Facial Powders
By: Malyn Chulasiri, PhD, Better Way (Thailand) C…
The article discusses the preparation of proliposome-coated mica harboring bioactives from plant origin that have skin-whitening/-lightening effects. The treated mica is incorporated into facial powder for skin-smoothing, -moisturizing and -lightening properties, which are evaluated here.
Mar 01, 2012 | 03:30 PM CST
Formula Troubleshooting—Stability, Uniformity in Foundations
By: Peter Tsolis and John Castro, The Estée Lauder…
Although any formulation type can pose obstacles for the cosmetic chemist, foundations are notorious for their degree of difficulty and intricacy of detail. As if it were not challenging enough to stabilize emulsions with superior aesthetics, foundations require emulsion stability while ensuring color properly develops and stays uniform throughout the product.