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Section: Cosmetic Ingredients > Preservation

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Schülke is Up to the Challenge

Sunscreens, high oil phases, natural oils … all can be a challenge to preserve. Sensiva® PA 40 is the perfect solution for these difficult-to-preserve systems.

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schülke is Up to the Challenge

Sunscreens, high oil phases, natural oils … all can be a challenge to preserve. This is particularly true when using modern, non-traditional preservation methods. sensiva® PA 40 is the perfect solution for these difficult-to-preserve systems.

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‘Preservative-Free’dom: Isopentyldiol as an Auxiliary Antimicrobial*

Concerns over the safety of conventional preservatives such as parabens have given rise to consumer demand for “preservative-free” formulas. The present article proposes the use of isopentyldiol as an auxiliary preservative to bolster non-traditional preservatives and meet this market demand.

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Sunscreen Preservation, schülke is Up to the Challenge

Sunscreens, high oil phases, natural oils … all can be a challenge to preserve. This is particularly true when using modern, non-traditional preservation methods. sensiva® PA 40 is the perfect solution for these difficult-to-preserve systems.

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Parabens Were First—Is Phenoxyethanol Next? Why We Need to Act Now

It started with parabens. Proven as safe and effective cosmetic preservatives, they were replaced with lesser, potentially more dangerous alternatives. Why? Chris Boone, of Univar, explained during the Midwest SCC dinner meeting—and cautioned attendees why we need to act now to save phenoxyethanol.

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Is Your Microbiology Lab FDA-compliant? Part II: Cultures, Growth Media, Reagents and Testing

This two-part article provides an overview of areas relevant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) inspection of cosmetic microbiology laboratories. Part 1 covered personnel, facilities and equipment, test materials and procedures, and documentation. Part 2 addresses microbial cultures and growth media, biochemical reagents, test procedures and more.

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Advocating Curls: Optimizing Textured Hair Product Preservation

Textured hair requires products to reduce frizz, control curls and impart moisture, and such formulas incorporate high levels of oils or nonionic emulsifiers that make them difficult to preserve. This study tests formulas designed for textured hair to determine which preservative systems or alternative multifunctional additives best prevent microbial contamination.

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Study Raises Concerns Over Exposure of African-American Women to Hair, Scalp Care

A new study from Loma Linda University reviewed hair product use among African-American women in relation to breast cancer incidence. Findings suggest a closer look is warranted.

Patent Picks—Natural Preservatives, Beta-Lactam for Hair Growth, Allyl Caproate for Sensory and More

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to actives for skin and hair care as well as inventions to improve formulation stability, preservation and sensory attributes.

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