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Nov 25, 2008 | 03:21 PM CST
Beginning Cosmetic Chemistry, Third Edition
With the third edition of this best-selling chemistry textbook, the authors substantially update all the original material and include 21 additional chapters of brand new material to cover recent developments in the field of cosmetic science. Authors Randy Schueller and Perry Romanowski re-emphasize the importance of providing introductory technical information to those who would like to improve their understanding of cosmetic science.
Nov 13, 2008 | 01:47 PM CST
IFSCC Probes into the Biology of Cosmetics
By: Rae Grabenhofer
Parrot feathers, stem cells, melanin, cellulite and epidermal tight junctions were among the many biology-themed papers presented during the 25th IFSCC Congress, held Oct. 6–9, 2008, in Barcelona. This heavy focus on biology is indicative of the evolving actives arena and likely a direct response to the antiaging consumer trend.
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Oct 31, 2008 | 02:20 PM CDT
The Chemistry and Manufacture of Cosmetics, Volume I, Science, 4th Edition
The Chemistry and Manufacture of Cosmetics, Volume I, Science, 4th Edition is an excellent resource and educational tool for beginning to advanced formulating cosmetic scientists and can be used as a textbook for any chemistry student interested in understanding or pursuing the cosmetic field.
Oct 30, 2008 | 06:25 PM CDT
Black Truffle, Nanocrystals and Flexible Films: Recent Literature Findings
By: Charles Fox, Charles Fox Associates
In this monthly survey of recent patent and literature research, the author describes money-making ideas in the personal care industry, ranging from a water-soluble scrubbing agent and black truffle for cell proliferation, to ascorbyl palmitate nanocrystals and an o/w emulsion for eyelash-volumizing and lengthening, among others.
Oct 20, 2008 | 04:18 PM CDT
Cyclic Silicone vs. Volatile Silicone
Volatile and cyclic are two different concepts that are applied to molecules. There are cyclic silicones that are not volatile, there are volatile silicones that are cyclic, and there are materials that are both.
Oct 01, 2008 | 05:15 PM CDT
From Herbal Skin-firming Extracts to Novel Saccharide Esters: Literature Findings
By: Charles Fox, Independent Consultant
The following column discusses the latest technological advancements in the fields of hair care, skin care, oral care, sunscreen, color cosmetics and more.
Sep 09, 2008 | 05:04 PM CDT
Alkyl Silicones vs. Multi-domain Alkyl Silicones
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick compares alkyl silicones with multi-domain alkyl silicones, which are created when alkyl dimethicone has two different alkyl groups, one solid and one liquid, on one molecule.
Aug 29, 2008 | 04:27 PM CDT
Barrier Function, Hair Coloring and Other Literature Findings
By: Charles Fox, Independent Consultant
The following column discusses the latest technological advancements in the fields of hair care, skin care, oral care, sunscreen, color cosmetics and more.
Aug 27, 2008 | 08:33 AM CDT
PEG 8-dimethicone vs. Bis-PEG 8-dimethicone and Bis-PEG 8/PEG 8 dimethicone
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between PEG 8-dimethicone, bis-PEG 8-dimethicone and bis-PEG 8/PEG 8-dimethicone
Aug 12, 2008 | 05:10 PM CDT
Novel vs. Non-obvious in Patent Law
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains that the determination of what is "obvious" in the framework of a patent is a legal question, not a technical one.