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Section: Cosmetic Ingredients > Rheology/Thickener

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Binding Water in 3D: Cellulose Networks for Texture and Sensory Benefits

This article explores a natural raw material sustainably produced from cellulose that improves rheological and sensory properties in cosmetic products. Here, it is tested for matte effects in a face cream, for hair conditioning to reduce combing forces, and for viscosity recovery in sunscreen sprays.

Anionic Organosilicones: Complexing Agents for Quaternary Compounds

A new formulating technique allows for the preparation of clear gels containing both anionic rheology control polymers and cationic conditioning agents, ingredients which were traditionally thought to be incompatible with one another.

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Comparatively Speaking: Hydrotrope vs. Emulsifier

Both emulsifiers and hydrotropes are used in personal care formulas. They show several similarities but serve different functions. In this installment of our "Comparatively Speaking" series, Tony O'Lenick explains.

Comparatively Speaking: Trisiloxane vs. Dimethicone Copolyol

In this edition of "Comparatively Speaking," industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference in stability between dimethicone copolyols and trisiloxane, a class of dimethicone copolyols.

Comparatively Speaking: Carbomer vs. Alkyl Carbomer

Tony O’Lenick looks to Sergio R.S. Costa, of Chemflex Quimica, to explain the difference between carbomer, a series of polymers of acrylic acid, and alkyl carbomer, copolylmerized acrylic acid and alkyl acrylate.

Comparatively Speaking: Amphiphilic vs. Ionic Amphiphilic Molecule

Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between amphiphilic and ionic amphiphilic molecules, the interactions of which may help formulators to maximize the effectiveness of formulations.

A Comprehensive Approach to Replacing DEA in Formulations

Once California added diethanolamine to the list of regulated chemicals in personal care formulations under Proposition 65, chemists immediately sought out surfactants that were free of DEA. Here is presented a roadmap for identifying the right solution to replace DEA-containing surfactants in personal care products.

A Comprehensive Approach to Replacing DEA in Formulations

Once California added diethanolamine to the list of regulated chemicals in personal care formulations under Proposition 65, chemists immediately sought out surfactants that were free of DEA. Here is presented a roadmap for identifying the right solution to replace DEA-containing surfactants in personal care products.

Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Alcohols vs. Fatty Acids vs. Esters

In the present discussion of fatty alcohols, fatty acids and esters, Tony O’Lenick recruits Ismail Walele of Phoenix Chemical to explain the differences between them.

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Comparatively Speaking: Viscosity in CentiPoise (cP) vs. CentiStokes

Viscosity is one of the most fundamental characteristics consumers perceive when using a personal care product. So how do we measure this characteristic? Here, Tony O'Lenick looks to Karl Laden, Ph.D., for the answers.

Comparatively Speaking: Natural- vs. Oxo- vs. Ziegler-derived Alcohols

Tony O'Lenick explores the difference between fatty alcohols derived naturally and those derived through the oxo process and the Ziegler process.

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Build the Basics, Optimize Products, Formulate Naturals and Penetrate Skin

In addition to courses for the beginning chemist, natural products and optimization of formulas, Cosmetics & Toiletries has added Physiology of the Skin, featuring Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, to its online training program. Buy at Suppliers' Day and save! Visit booth 1345.

Patent Picks— Emolliency, Antioxidant, Colorstay and Styling Benefits in Hair

Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to hair care, including hair styling, conditioning, colorstay and more.

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