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Dec 19, 2011 | 11:01 AM CST
Polymers for Rheology and Conditioning in Hair and Skin
DKSH’s Performance Materials business unit has collaborated with a polymer manufacturer to launch two polymer lines to its Luna range of products.
Dec 13, 2011 | 05:06 PM CST
Soybean-derived Emulsifier/Thickener
Dow Corning has launched a sustainable emulsifier and thickener derived from soybean oil.
Nov 15, 2011 | 04:22 PM CST
Naturally Derived Rinse-off Concentrates and Emulsifiers
Stephenson Personal Care has launched two new lines—a line of multifunctional rinse-off concentrates, and a line of of oil and water soluble emulsifiers. Both Durosoft and Duroclens are derived from natural sources.
Oct 28, 2011 | 03:37 PM CDT
A New Thickener/Stabilizer Technology
By: Stephen L. Kopolow, PhD; Yoon Tae Kwak, PhD; a…
This article describes a new synthetic thickener/stabilizer technology that provides these attributes. Although there area variety of raw materials used to thicken personal care products, few are sufficiently versatile to offer effective thickening, gelling and suspending properties for a wide variety of applications.
Oct 18, 2011 | 11:43 AM CDT
Rheology Modifier for Textures in Cleansing Formulations
Rhodia has launched a rheology modifying polymer for personal cleansing solutions.
Oct 05, 2011 | 02:12 PM CDT
Formula Troubleshooting—Microemulsion Systems
By: Peter Tsolis, The Estee Lauder Companies; and …
Microemulsions have long assisted the pharmaceutical industry in delivering efficacious levels of an active ingredient to the skin by enhancing the active’s bioavailability, versus traditional solutions and dispersions.
Oct 05, 2011 | 11:40 AM CDT
Ingredient Profile—Carbomer
By: Mike J. Fevola, Johnson & Johnson
Carbomers, a family of crosslinked acrylic acid polymers, are essential ingredients in numerous products, including: pharmaceuticals; cosmetics and personal care items; household, industrial and institutional care products; printing inks; adhesives and coatings. This column will explore the chemistry and properties of carbomers that have earned them this well-deserved reputation.
Oct 04, 2011 | 09:49 AM CDT
Liquid Polymer for Sensorial Benefits and Electrolyte Tolerance
The Lubrizol Corporation’s Noveon Consumer Specialties has introduced a polymer that provides sensory properties and electrolyte tolerance.
May 25, 2011 | 08:47 AM CDT
Naturally Derived Suspending Agents
J. Rettenmaier & Söhne GmbH has launched a range of water- dispersible organic hydrocolloids derived from wood fibers for application as suspending agents. Distributed by Gattefossé, the products are designed to improve the heat stability of gels and emulsions.
Feb 25, 2011 | 11:13 AM CST
Volatile Silicone Oils for D5 Replacement
KCC Silicone, the silicon-based specialty chemical division of KCC Corp., will introduce three D5 alternatives based on a volatile silicone oil at In-Cosmetics in Milan.