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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.
Jul 30, 2008 | 02:18 PM CDT
New Raw Materials or New Uses
By: Charles Fox, Independent Consultant
Sodium dl-α-tocopheryl phosphate for anti-acne preparations, a phosphorylated glyceryl ether for skin pores, and sarsasapogenin for plumping the face are among the new raw materials or new uses described this month.
Jul 30, 2008 | 01:32 PM CDT
New Raw Materials Encyclopedia
By: Katie Schaefer, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazin…
The New Raw Materials Encyclopedia is a collection of the latest ingredients and mixtures launched by suppliers in the industry.
Jul 29, 2008 | 11:40 AM CDT
Patents as Swords vs. Shields
It has become more pressing for chemists to understand the practical business reasons why patents are important. Patents can provide protection on the offense or defense, as Tony O'Lenick explains...
Jul 15, 2008 | 10:49 AM CDT
Hard vs. Soft Quat
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explores the differences between hard and soft quats; for example, hard quats are incompatible with anionic surfactants whereas soft quats form complexes with them.
Jul 02, 2008 | 05:06 PM CDT
From Papain Exfoliants to Calcium Nail Strengtheners
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.
Jun 30, 2008 | 02:56 PM CDT
Ester vs. Hydrolytically Stable Ester
Tony O’Lenick poses the question, "What is the difference between an ester and a hydrolytically stable ester?" to John Imperante, esters expert and co-inventor of hydrolytically stable esters.
Jun 17, 2008 | 11:58 AM CDT
Fatty Ester vs. Benzoate Ester
Industry expert Tony O’Lenick compares fatty esters, made by reacting fatty alcohol and fatty acid, with benzoate esters, reaction products of short aromatic acids and fatty alcohol.
Jun 03, 2008 | 01:45 PM CDT
Bis-PEG-8 vs. PEG-8 Dimethicone
The nomenclature related to dimethicone copolyol has undergone a number of rule changes since 1999. Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between bis-PEG-8 and PEG-8 dimethicone...
Jun 03, 2008 | 11:25 AM CDT
V. filiformis for Antiaging, Rice Protein for Skin Pigmentation: 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.