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Comparatively Speaking: Green vs. Greening Cosmetic Formulations

Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between 'green' cosmetic formulations and 'greening' cosmetic formulations, and introduces the concept of the Green Star Rating.

Comparatively Speaking: Aqueous Surfactant vs. Silicone Surfactant

Industry expert Anthony O'Lenick Jr. explains the difference between molecules that act like surfactants for aqueous systems versus oil systems.

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A Key Player in Dermis-Epidermis Communication

SILAB presents COMMUSYS®, natural anti-aging active ingredient rich in biopeptides derived from the yeast Pichia stipitis, which acts on transcompartmental communication in the skin for hydrating, smoothing and radiance-boosting effects.

Pseudopeptidic Compounds for Biocompatible Gels: A Review

Simple pseudopeptides derived from natural amino acids can be designed and prepared as efficient gelators for a variety of solvents, and with a high potential for biocompatibility. The appropriate selection of structural components, reviewed herein, shows how to produce gels with tailored properties, including high thermal stability.

Comparatively Speaking: Water Content vs. Water Activity

In this edition of "Comparatively Speaking," Tony O'Lenick explains the different between water content and water activity, since understanding water activity can lead the formulator to more effective product preservation and better product stability.

A Dermatologic View: Nickel Compounds in Cosmetics

This is the seventh article in a series discussing metals in cosmetics. The series was introduced on Jan., 1, 1998, with a discussion of the toxic potential from metals absorbed through the skin.

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Anticellulite Combo of Coriander and Sweet Orange

Silab has combined the fruits of coriander and sweet orange in a cosmetic ingredient to reduce hard cellulite.

Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Surfactant vs. Fluoro Surfactant

Industry expert Tony O'Lenick asks: What is the difference between a fatty surfactant and a fluoro surfactant? Bruce Baker of ICT Chemicals Inc. provides the answer.

Using hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinol in a formulation can impart a variety of skin attributes such as include anti-aging, hyperpigmentation reduction, anti-acne, smoothing and an increase in water retention.

Formulating on Trend: Combining Humectants and Retinol

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author explains how to combine humectants and retinol, and how the combination of hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinol can impart a variety of skin benefits.

Evonik Establishes Carbon Black Company

Evonik Goldschmidt GmbH has reorganized its carbon black activities and established Evonik Carbon Black GmbH, a legally independent management company that produces carbon black under the Evonik umbrella.

Ethique's packaging is compostable and can be placed in any planter at-home.

Ethique Debuts Compostable Lip Balms

The plastic-free lip balms are available in five flavors.

CTFA Requests Comments on Preservation Methods

The CTFA has requested public comment on two new microbiology guidelines by March 30, 2007.

Comparatively Speaking: UVA vs. UVB Protection

Tony O’Lenick asks industry expert Dennis Lott of Florida Suncare Testing Inc. to distinguish between UVA and UVB radiation to explain how organic UV filters can be formulated into sunscreens to help protect against these rays.

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AlphaAging from Acme-Hardesty Company

Comparatively Speaking: Sorbitan Esters vs. Sorbeth Esters

Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between sorbitan esters and sorbeth esters to help the personal care formulator differentiate between their INCI names, emulsion stabilities and feel on the skin.

CitroComplex Hair is a natural oil complex that can be formulated in a range of hair care products to improve overall hair health and appearance.

P2 Science Launches CitroComplex Hair

CitroComplex Hair is a natural oil complex that can be formulated in a range of hair care products to improve overall hair health and appearance.

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Pilot Chemical Company’s Calsoft AOS-40 BZ

Preserved with benzoic acid, this solvent- and VOC-free ingredient produces sulfate-free personal cleansers with high foam action.

Finalists Announced for U'Cosmetics Formulating Competition

The finalists of U’cosmetics, a French student cosmetic formulating competition established by Université Catholique de l’Ouest and the Université de Bretagne-Sud, in partnership with suppliers and finished product manufacturers, were recently announced.

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