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Section: Cosmetic Ingredients > Rheology/Thickener

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Effect of Perfumes on the Viscosity of Surfactant Systems

It is well-known that perfumes can affect the viscosity of bubble bath or shampoo formulations. Usually they have a thinning effect, but they can also cause a viscosity increase. The effect and its magnitude will vary with perfume type and also with the product formulation. Small changes in the latter can cause large changes in a perfume's effect on the viscosity.

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Read the Label: Beauty Pie's Über Youth Super Elixir Microbiome Mist-On Serum

This "Read the Label" analyzes Beauty Pie’s Über Youth Super Elixir Microbiome Mist-On Serum, which is said to prevent skin aging and balance the microbiome, featuring actives such as Hydrangea paniculata, ceramide NG and more.

This 'Formulating on Trend' focuses on formulating a serum to reduce PIH and advises using thickeners, brightening agents, preservatives and more.

Formulating on Trend: Hyperpigmentation Treatment Serum

Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a disorder that can leave dark spots on the skin after it becomes damaged. This "Formulating on Trend" describes how to create a serum to reduce PIH.

As the weather gets colder and the air gets drier, non-foaming face cleansers are an option for consumers who suffer from dry, sensitive skin or who have severe skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.

Formulating on Trend: No-foam Facial Cleanser

No-foam cleansers are a great alternative to anionic surfactant-containing formulas that may affect the integrity of the skin barrier, especially in users with psoriasis, eczema, dry and/or sensitive skin.

Fluid Gels Based On Natural Polymers For Cosmetic Applications

Varying the concentration of two polymers – xanthan gum and konjac mannan – mixed in solution and subjected to shear while cooling yields fluid gels whose viscosity can vary from a pourable solution to a spreadable gel.

Niki Baccile, Ph.D., of CNRS–Sorbonne University (France)

Cosmetic Victories Profile: Niki Baccile, Ph.D., on Biosurfactant-biopolymer Interactions

In this interview, Niki Baccile, Ph.D., of CNRS, a finalist in the latest Cosmetic Victories competition, describes the unique properties of biosurfactant-biopolymer combinations for applications in creams, lotions, emulsions, etc.

Sami Halila, Ph.D., of CNRS, received the academic prize for the invention: 'Green Gelling Agent, Biosurfactants for Stimuli-responsive Delivery, Algal Cell Milking and Deep Eutectic Solvents.'

Cosmetic Victories Winner Profile: Sami Halila, Ph.D., on Green Gelling Agent for Oil Phases

Winners and finalists of the Cosmetic Victories, a competition presented by Cosmetic Valley-ESSEC, recently were announced. In this profile, Sami Halila, Ph.D., of CNRS tells up more about his award-winning glyco-oleogelator.

A total ban across the entire class of PFAS would be disruptive without any basis in science. A more deliberate approach would better suit public policy.

Why a Ban on PFAS Across Cosmetics and Other Industries Right Now is Misguided [opinion]

The wide use of forever chemicals across cosmetics and other industries and their persistence have opened them to scrutiny. But banning the entire PFAS class would be disruptive without any basis in science or good public policy. Why? Read on to see.

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The Base Above The Rest

Cirebelle introduces our new highly economical, self-emulsifying cream the CireBase LB55. Made of a blend of our Cirewax and provides a product that gives a premium feel with a smooth elegant finish.

Selecting the Right Emollient Ester

Formulating tips and representative formulas are presented to help the formulating chemist select the appropriate emollient esters for use as pigment wetting agents in various types of makeup systems, such as foundations and lipsticks.

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Supplier Roundtable: Hitting the Rheology Bullseye

Cosmetic sensory experiences can convey efficacy to consumers while contributing to product benefits. In this installment of the Cosmetics & Toiletries Supplier Roundtable, innovators weighed in on how to create these pleasing textures.

Smart Polymers Open the Door to Infinite Possibilities

From traditional cleansing chassis to complex, milder systems and across the full range of formulation pH, Carbopol SMART polymers deliver exceptional clarity, suspension, and elegant rheology to your products while also enhancing mildness, skin feel and foam aesthetics.

This 'Read the Label' looks at the Nursem's Caring Hand Wash, which is claimed to be a soap-free hand wash with a blend of natural surfactants, avocado oil, grapefruit peel oil and more.

Read the Label: Nursem's Caring Hand Wash

This "Read the Label" looks at the Nursem's Caring Hand Wash, which is claimed to be soap-free and contains a blend of natural surfactants, avocado oil, grapefruit peel oil and more.

In this 'Read the Label' column, the author focuses on moisturizers and in particular, Revolution Skincare’s Hydration Boost.

Read the Label: Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost

This "Read the Label" looks at the ingredients and claims for Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost. It contains moisturizing, preservative and anti-aging ingredients such as Borneo tallow nut seed butter, phenoxyethanol, sodium hyaluronate and more.

Successfully Formulating at the Skin’s Natural Surface pH

Formulating high-performance skin care systems at low pH levels (4.0 to 5.5) can be beneficial for consumers and formulators in many ways, according to Florence Pecquerie, applications scientist and formulator for Lubrizol. Here, she reviews the current knowledge on skin surface pH, discusses the importance of pH on the efficacy of organic acid preservatives in formulation and introduces a new crosslinked acrylic acid homopolymer.

This 'Read the Label' looks at the ingredients and claims for Aveda's Color Conserve, Daily Color Protect.

Read the Label: Aveda's Color Conserve Daily Color Protect

This "Read the Label" looks at the ingredients and claims for Aveda's Color Conserve, Daily Color Protect. The brand uses eco-friendly ingredients such as green tea extract, babassu seed oil and castor seed oil.

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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.

Stimuli-responsive Polymer Systems: A Review of Thermo-associative Thickening

This article reviews recent trends in thermally initiated stimuli-responsive materials and provides some insight into the physicochemical mechanisms that underpin this behavior.

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