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Nov 05, 2009 | 09:38 AM CST
Testing Device for Powder Characterization
Brookfield Engineering continues to celebrate its 75th Anniversary with the introduction of its Powder Flow Tester (PFT). This device analyzes powder flow behavior in industrial processing equipment.
Oct 13, 2009 | 12:25 PM CDT
In the Land of the Blind: Applying a Single-blind Study to Finished Products
By: Johann W. Wiechers, PhD, JW Solutions
Following positive feedback from a previous column on the placebo effect, Wiechers readdresses clinical study design in relation to cosmetic claim substantiation—this time discussing when to perform double-blind studies and when to perform single-blind studies.
Oct 12, 2009 | 10:16 AM CDT
Horiba Patents Dry Particle Supplying Device
The World International Property Organization has granted a new patent to Horiba Instruments Inc. for a device that disperses dry particle samples into an elementary particle state during the introduction of the sample to a particle size measuring apparatus.
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Sep 24, 2009 | 03:11 PM CDT
Pseudomonas–The Nemesis of the Cosmetic Industry
Several microorganisms have attained special significance in the cosmetic industry, either because they occur frequently in the manufacturing plant as house organisms and cause contamination of products, or because they create undesirable conditions when they cause or exacerbate skin disorders or cause health hazards. And, if one were to conduct a survey to see which microorganism caused the most problems, they would probably say Pseudomonas! Find out the most effective way to deal with these pesky organisms.
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Sep 24, 2009 | 02:49 PM CDT
Ingredients–Add or Subtract?
The availability of an increasing number of ingredients is making the job of the formulating chemist more difficult. Joe Lin, PhD gives some insight into how to address this issue.
Sep 15, 2009 | 03:39 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Ten Cosmetic Formula Types
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., Siltech LLC
Cosmetic formulas include solutions, creams/emulsions, lotions, ointments/pastes, suspensions, tablets, powders, gels, sticks and aerosols. Here, Tony O'Lenick turns to Perry Romanowski to discuss their differences.
Aug 21, 2009 | 09:22 AM CDT
SCC Launches 'Ask the Expert' Tool
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has created an online forum for the exchange of ideas and new developments in cosmetic research and technology.
Jul 15, 2009 | 10:41 AM CDT
EU Commissioner Calls for Improved Speed from Innovation to Product Creation
In an interview with EurActiv, Potočnik stressed that the EU needs to improve the speed with which it transforms research into commercial products.
Jun 30, 2009 | 02:30 PM CDT
A Green, Solvent-free Biocatalytic Method to Produce Cosmetic Esters
By: Neil W. Boaz, PhD, and Stephanie K. Clendennen…
Cosmetic esters can be produced effectively via a solvent-free, biocatalytic method. This green process, described by the authors, involves combining two reactants and an enzyme, and is driven to high conversion by the removal of by-products through a nitrogen purge—in turn producing high purity materials directly from the reactor.
Jun 23, 2009 | 09:43 AM CDT
Eastman Awarded for Biocatalytic Process
The award was presented by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on behalf of the White House and recognizes technologies that incorporate the principles of green chemistry into chemical design, manufacture and use.