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Jul 02, 2008 | 04:56 PM CDT
Inulin Lauryl Carbamate: A Deus-ex-Machina Emulsifier for Color Cosmetics
By: Luigi M. Rigano and Nicola Lionetti, L. Rigano…
Inulin lauryl carbamate is a polysaccharide-based emulsifier that addresses the twin problems of emulsion stability and high powder content in color cosmetic formulations. Here, the authors present a formulation strategy.
Jul 02, 2008 | 04:35 PM CDT
A New Formulators' Tool for Customizing Sensory
By: Jeffrey M. Carey, PhD; Bryan Moran; Francine S…
Optimizing the sensory properties of o/w emulsion systems is an ongoing challenge for formulators, thus tools to simplify this process are desirable. Here, the authors describe a visual tool to assist in selecting the right combination of certain crosslinked acrylic rheology modifiers and specialty emollient esters to meet target aesthetics.
May 06, 2008 | 11:23 AM CDT
Clear vs. Chromatic Emulsion
The chemist has developed a number of technologies that allow for more cosmetically elegant emulsions, including clear emulsions and chromatic emulsions, which are not the same.
Mar 25, 2008 | 01:15 PM CDT
"Free From" Formulations
When the “free from” claim first appeared in 2002, it referred to beauty products that did not contain synthetic fragrances or colorants. Since then, the list has expanded to include free from mineral oil, petrochemicals.
Mar 10, 2008 | 03:32 PM CDT
Emulsion vs. Invert Emulsion
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the differences between the structure and function of an emulsion and an invert emulsion.
Feb 29, 2008 | 11:36 AM CST
Presidential Awards for Green Chemistry in Personal Care and Cosmetics
By: Bud Brewster, Cosmetics & Toiletries Magazine
If you think of planet Earth the way you think of the human body, you see how similar they are. Viewed that way, a formulator might easily make the leap from personal care to planetary care. And indeed, some are doing so, especially at the level of controlling pollution.
Feb 29, 2008 | 10:36 AM CST
Greening Personal Care Chemistry
By: James H. Clark and Louise Summerton, Green Che…
Multiple economic, legislative and customer pressures are forcing an unprecedented level of change in chemical manufacturing and the design of chemical products. The authors examine the drivers for change and opportunities across the product lifecycle for green and sustainable chemistry including the use of renewable resources, cleaner synthesis methods and greener products.
Dec 19, 2007 | 05:13 PM CST
UK Water Report Could Help Green Formulating
The UK Royal Society of Chemistry has reported that existing waste water treatment systems in the United Kingdom are not designed to remove chemicals in personal care products and that those chemicals are seeping into the water system.
Dec 03, 2007 | 01:11 PM CST
Cream in Powder Form: An New Concept in Makeup
By: Emilie Desmarthon, LCW—Sensient Cosmetic Techn…
The present work describes a cosmetic technology based on a newer formulating concept—cream in powder form. The final formulation can be created by two different technical processes to produce either water- or oil-based cosmetics. In each case, the proper selection of ingredients determines the stability of the finished products.
Aug 31, 2007 | 11:28 AM CDT
Formulating for Children's Sensitive Skin
By: Corey T. Cunningham, PhD, Stacy A. Mundschau a…
The sensitive and delicate nature of infant skin has been well addressed by the current products in the marketplace. More serious skin conditions require a special level of performance. This report highlights the development of surfactant bases designed not to trigger a response during use while maintaining traditional aesthetics.