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May 18, 2012 | 10:22 AM CDT
SCS to Evaluate Good and Bad Cosmetic Science
This May 30-31, at Trinity College in Dublin, the 2012 "European city of science," the Society of Cosmetic Scientists will join world-renowned experts to discuss the latest good and bad science shaping the future of cosmetics.
May 11, 2012 | 02:08 PM CDT
Researchers Refine Biomimetic Polymer Synthesis
In a study from the University of Warwick, researchers from the UK and Australia describe a new method to synthesize polymers offering unprecedented control over the final polymer structure.
May 08, 2012 | 05:52 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking—Maceration vs. Decoction
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
Herein, industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between maceration and decoction, and how decoction can extract large quantities of inert materials that may contribute to microbiological spoilage.
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.
May 03, 2012 | 02:12 PM CDT
A Dermatological View—The Future of Allergic Contact Dermatitis as it Pertains to Cosmetics
By: Ali Alikhan, MD, and Howard I. Maibach, MD
Following are some aspects of patch testing that require consideration, including the ingredients used, related legislative measures and testing limitations.
Apr 25, 2012 | 09:22 AM CDT
Fluorescent Biosensor Reveals Immune System Response
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have discovered how immune cells exchange information using a new fluorescent biosensor developed at the university.
Apr 24, 2012 | 03:08 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Solubility vs. Extraction
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
In this installment of "Comparatively Speaking," industry expert Tony O'Lenick describes the difference between solubility and extraction, and how various extraction techniques can be used to isolate desired cosmetic actives.
Mar 28, 2012 | 08:49 AM CDT
Patent Picks—PUFA Production, Biodegradable Elastomers, Xanthohumol-Enriched Hop Extract and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries …
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features eco-friendly and sustainable processes as well as nature-derived ingredients for personal care applications.
Jan 13, 2012 | 12:00 PM CST
Survey Finds R&D to Increase in 2012 With Emphasis On Innovation
A survey conducted by the Industrial Research Institute (IRI) has found that R&D spending is expected to increase in 2012. The company's 2012 R&D Trends Forecast also found that new product development will increase in 2012.
Jan 06, 2012 | 01:32 PM CST
New Perspectives in Emulsion Formation
By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…
Previously, the theory explaining emulsion behavior was based on the equilibrium contact angle of the particle at the interface; however, Vinothan N. Manoharan, PhD, and his team at Harvard believe the time allowed for the system to reach equilibrium and the force pushing the particle to the interface are equally as important.