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Solid Polyethylene Microspheres for Effects in Color Cosmetics

Advances in manufacturing solid polyethylene microspheres have enabled their development in various colors as well as controlled traits such as opacity, specific gravity, particle size distribution and electrostatic charge. These traits can be leveraged by formulators to create new effects in color cosmetics, described here.

Comparatively Speaking: Dye vs. Pigment

Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between a dye and a pigment, touching upon solubility and affinity for a substrate.

TiO2 Coated Fluorphlogopite for a Silver White Luster

EMD Chemicals Inc. has added a silver white pigment based on synthetic fluorphlogopite coated with titanium dioxideto its product line to impart shimmer and luster to color cosmetics and in skin care applications.

Merck Opens Cosmetic Technology Center in Darmstadt

Merck KGaA has opened a new Cosmetic Technology Center (CTC) at its Darmstadt site in Germany. The new laboratories and seminar rooms will inform customers about the applications for pearl-luster pigments, functional fillers and cosmetic actives.

Surface Treatment of Cosmetic Pigments

This article describes the chemistry, properties and applications of selected techniques for treating the surfaces of cosmetic pigments and fillers. High-intensity agitation, precipitation, chemical reaction and hydrophilic coatings are discussed.

A Light-Diffusing Concept for Antiaging Effects in Makeup Formulations

An innovative light diffusing concept for special optical effect (nylon fibers) makes possible the immediate visualization of the reduction of signs of skin aging while maintaining a natural makeup and youthful appearance.

Formulator's Forum

The word pearlescence (Merriam-Webster Dictionary) first appears in the English language in 1936 and is defined as "having a pearly appearance."

Color-Travel Cosmetic Pigments: Interference To The Max

Interference pigments have been used since the early 1970’s to provide iridescent, pearl-like and other effects to color cosmetics. Recent developments have pioneered a new generation of specialeffect pigments for cosmetics.

Bell Researches the Scent of Color

The panelists were given 15 fragrances to smell, ranging from fruit fusion to sweet lime punch. After listing their favorites, the panelists were shown a color wheel and asked to indicate where they felt each fragrance should be placed on the color wheel.

Metallic Surface-treated Pigments for Color Cosmetics

Based on calcium sodium borosilicate coated with titanium dioxide and iron oxides, this pigment exhibits color strength and purity that transforms into a luxurious gold shade.

The entrapped diamond complex converts invisible UV light to blue light (photoluminescence) and selectively scatters favorable blue and green light (Rayleigh Scattering). The colored particles contained a D&C dye coordinated with the diamond complex and can be used to neutralize skin discoloration or simply to add color to a given formulation.

Diamonds for a Soft Focus Effect

Photoluminescent diamonds have been encapsulated in a spherical polymer, rendering a soft-focus particle with both photoluminescent and color-correcting attributes.

Cosmetic Carriers for Visual Effect

Induchem AG has introduced cosmetic carriers comprised of lactose or mannitol, cellulose, HPMC and pigments of synthetic or mineral origin that are loaded with an active cosmetic ingredient. The spheres are available in two size ranges, 500 – 900 µm and 1000 – 1500 µm.

Meet D&C Black #2: A New, Old Cosmetic Color Additive

The specifications, advantages, disadvantages and handling considerations of carbon black are described, as this old cosmetic color additive – de-listed for 29 years – returns to use with a new name: D&C Black #2

Bright Pearl Complex and Long Radiance Pigment for Enhancing Skin Luminosity

Color fading and dulling of foundation pigments can be avoided by new coating materials and application techniques, as this article demonstrates in the case of a pearl protein extract applied by a fluid air bed coating technology. This technology also treats pigments and fillers to give them optical properties to improve skin radiance.

Pigments, Pigments, Everywhere...

Korean scientists are fundamentally different in their approach to cosmetics. They are just that little bit smarter than the rest of us, in that they use pigments to fill up lines and wrinkles for immediate antiaging benefits.

New Black Pigment Approved By FDA

D&C Black No. 3, or "bone black," has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for formulation into eye shadow, eyeliner, mascara and face powder.

Permanent vs. Transient Pigment Coating

Industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between a pigment with a permanent coating and a transient coating.

Ciba Manufactures Pigments and Additive in China

Ciba Specialty Chemicals is planning to add another manufacturing facility in Qingdao, China.