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Citrolatum B and Citrolatum C are compatible in lip, skin and hair care applications as natural alternatives to petrolatum.

P2 Science Adds Citrolatum B and C to Ingredient Series

P2 Science has added two more ingredients to its Citrolatum series as natural alternatives to petrolatum: Citrolatum B and C.

The resulting formulations from Shin-Etsu's polyglycerin-modified emulsifiers deliver versatile textures including serums, lotions, creams, balms and sticks.

Shin-Etsu Introduces Polyglycerin-modified Emulsifiers

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America (SESA) has introduced its line of polyglycerin-modified emulsifiers and highlighted a key ingredient in the series: KF-6100.

The award was given for its scientific paper on Natural Cationic Amino Lipid Technology Research Thesis.

INOLEX Wins 2020 CAFFCI Award

The award was given for its scientific paper on Natural Cationic Amino Lipid Technology Research Thesis.

Results showed that 7.7% of samples were non-compliant with legislative requirements due to a missing or false declaration of allergenic fragrance compounds.

EDQM Finds Allergenic Fragrances in ‘Perfume-Free’ Cosmetics

Results showed that 7.7% of samples were non-compliant with legislative requirements due to a missing or false declaration of allergenic fragrance compounds.

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1HQ Proposes Digital Lipstick for Smart Personalization

1HQ has created Moi—a digital lipstick to meet ever-changing consumer and market needs in today's Digital Era. The concept features customizable color, adaptable textures, user-selected scents and flavor, a smart applicator and sustainable packaging.

Schwan Cosmetics' Awake Cooling Concealer.

Schwan Cosmetics Launches Cooling Concealer

The under eye concealer's finish has a natural, matte coverage and can be realized in any requested color shade.

I’m Outside Forest Bathing in a Bottle. Photo: I'm Outside.

I’m Outside Launches Forest Bathing in a Bottle

According to the brand, the face and body mist gives users a mood, immunity and microbiome boost similar to what they would get from being outdoors.

P2 Science launched Citrolatum, which contains biorenewable, biocompatible and biodegradable petrolatum-like jellies for cosmetics and personal care applications.

P2 Adds Citrolatum Line of Bioderived Petrolatum Alternatives

P2 Science launched Citrolatum, the company’s most recent line of cosmetic ingredients, which contains biorenewable, biocompatible and biodegradable petrolatum-like jellies for cosmetics and personal care applications.

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Comparatively Speaking: Crossmodal vs. Lineal Perception

Lineal perception relates to a direct line between a stimuli and a single sensory interpretation. Crossmodal perception refers to responses and interpretations of various senses to a stimulus, offering product developers opportunities to create novel consumer experiences.

There are many soft spots in cosmetic science, i.e., the feel of a product, the pleasure of using a cosmetic product...

[update] Comparatively Speaking: Matter vs. Mind Claims

This "Comparatively Speaking" was revived from 2008 for its relevance today. In it, Tony O’Lenick posed the question: What’s the difference between a "mind" claim and a "matter" claim? Industry expert Johann Wiechers, Ph.D., explained.

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A ‘Mosaic’ of Sensory Stimuli: Building Consumer Experiences

Engaging consumer senses is a crucial factor to making one product stand out from the others. In this regard, ingredient, formulation and packaging esthetics and optimization are analyzed in this column to discover the best ways to align and market cosmetics and personal care products.

Ashland’s “dreamy textures” skin care collection contains four nature-derived, sensorial formulations that are a part of the at-home, self-care trend. Photo Credit: Ashland

Ashland's Nature-derived "Dreamy Textures"

Ashland’s “dreamy textures” skin care collection contains four nature-derived, sensorial formulations that are a part of the at-home, self-care trend.

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Citropol HA from P2 Science

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2-Methoxynaphthalene by MilliporeSigma (part of the Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany family)

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Acme-Hardesty Company's Syncrystal Soft Autumn Gold

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Ingredion Inc.'s FARMAL Xanthan 2312 TC

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Symrise's SymMollient PDCC

P2 Science’s Citropol H is a patented biorenewable, biodegradable liquid polymer for skin, hair, deodorant, antiperspirant and color cosmetic applications.

P2’s Bioderived Citropol H for Hair, Skin and APDO Applications

P2 Science’s Citropol H is a patented biorenewable, biodegradable liquid polymer for skin, hair, deodorant, antiperspirant and color cosmetic applications.