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The substitution of synthetic waxes with naturals has brought with it problems in terms of product stability, lipstick solidity, sweating, incompatibilities and oxidation.

Natural vs. Synthetic Lipstick Waxes Face Off in Chanel Study

The substitution of synthetic waxes with naturals brings with it problems in terms of product stability, lipstick solidity, sweating, and more. This study sought substitutes and mixtures thereof that did not impact these properties.

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[update] Comparatively Speaking: Solubility of PEG-8 Dimethicone vs. Deposition

The ability to regulate the structure of a silicone polymeric PEG/PPG surfactant to form a microemulsion presents a useful mechanism to maximize deposition. Learn how here.

This article describes the various components of two basic hair product types – shampoo and conditioner – formulated to meet the needs of today’s consumers.

Formulating Forum: Modern Hair Cleansing and Conditioning

This article describes the components to create two basic hair product types, shampoo and conditioner, for modern needs. Specific considerations include scalp and barrier health, greener ingredients and hair shine; hair biology is also briefly reviewed.

Showcasing skin naturally has been a priority with consumers and as such, consumers are looking to optimize skin health. In relation, the formulation of products such as cleansers, skin treatments and creams to diminish imperfections is explained herein.

Formulating Forum: Brightening, Evening and Cleansing Skin

Showcasing skin naturally has been a priority with consumers and as such, consumers are looking to optimize skin health. In relation, the formulation of products such as cleansers, skin treatments and creams to diminish imperfections is explained herein.

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Cosmetics & Toiletries Skin and Hair Cleansing Formulary

The following hair treatment and repair formulas, including cell rejuvenating intense skin care, retinoid serum, moisturizing sunscreen and more are offered as a basis from which to build and create your own. Readers should note in some cases, companies or ingredients may have changed. Read on for more.

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Formula Focus: Smooth and Soft Hand Sanitizer

Emolliency and humectancy are imparted in this traditional alcohol-based hand sanitizer provided by INOLEX.

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Formula Focus: Mr. Timid Blush and Lipstick

The Mr. Timid Blush and Lipstick is designed for multifunctional purposes and features Phytosqualan (10%), adding a care benefit to this color formula.

This editor's pick from Gattefossé is a balm formulation with a small number of edible ingredients. This formulation is ideal to mend dry skin for mothers and babies.

Formula Focus: Edible Mum and Baby Balm

This editor's pick from Gattefossé is a balm formulation with a small number of edible ingredients. This formulation is reportedly ideal to mend dry skin in both mothers and babies.

This week's Label Challenge features Ivory 24 HR Gentle Deodorant Hint of Lavender. We have a returning winner from last week who guessed first on both Facebook and Instagram.

Label Challenge Answer: Ivory 24 Hr Gentle Deodorant Hint of Lavender

This week's Label Challenge features Ivory 24 Hr Gentle Deodorant Hint of Lavender. We have a returning winner from last week who guessed the correct product first on both Facebook and Instagram.

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Formulating Forum: Anti-Stress and Well-Aging Cosmetics

The well-aging trend is reshaping beauty, emphasizing the need to care for and maintain vitality, appearance and overall health at any age. Effective anti-stress and well-aging cosmetics are fundamental to supporting this wave; examples are provided here.

This presentation by Jo Chidley of Beauty Kitchen will describe how to formulate waterless products, source upcycled ingredients and design products for a circular economy.

Beauty Accelerate Virtual: Waterless, Upcycled and Circular Beauty

Socially, ethically and globally conscious consumers have pushed naturals to become something greater. Related ethical beauty strategies, including waterless, upcycled and circular, will be addressed during Beauty Accelerate Virtual, to be held Oct. 18-21, 2021.

In face powders and eye shadows, wax blends are introduced into binding systems since these cosmetics require mechanical resistance to withstand being dropped or struck.

Formulating Forum: How Waxes and Polymers Secretly Power Cosmetics

This column reviews types of waxes and polymers, their structures and functions. It also explores their properties in terms of color cosmetic product development and highlights those that are most appropriate for “green” formulas.

Cannacell conditioner is formulated with essential oils, organic hemp seed oil and hemp stem cells that workto nourish the hair and supply needed moisture.

Label Challenge Answer: Andalou Naturals Cannacell Herbal Conditioner

Cannacell conditioner is formulated with essential oils, organic hemp seed oil and hemp stem cells that workto nourish the hair and supply needed moisture.

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Formulating Forum: Creating Waterless and Water-efficient Cosmetics

Waterless beauty products such as dry shampoos, shampoo/conditioning bars, and others are becoming more mainstream. This is due in part to increasing awareness of water scarcity, driving consumer interest in preserving this precious resource. Herein, the author defines waterless and water-efficient products and explains optimal ways to formulate them while ensuring a stable, long-lasting shelf life and efficiency to meet consumer needs.

In this sponsored podcast, K.P. Ananth, Ph.D., of the University of Cincinnati, discusses the latest addition to the cosmetic program focused on hygiene and details how the PCPC inspired it. Register now to listen; it's free.

[podcast] Cosmetic Science Education: Current and Future Directions

In this sponsored podcast, K.P. Ananth, Ph.D., of the University of Cincinnati, discusses the latest addition to the cosmetic program focused on hygiene and details how the PCPC inspired it. Listen now.

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

Water Activity Strategy Boosts Microbial Stability and Barrier Function

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

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Label Challenge: Botanics Revive & Protect Postbiotic Moisturizer and Winners

Cosmetics & Toiletries puts your formulating skills to the test with the new "Label Challenge." Challenges are posted to social media on Mondays, you respond in the comments, and we give you the answers in our Friday newsletter—with a shoutout to the winners.

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[video] Formulating Knowledge for Modern and Future Personal Care

The cosmetic chemist's role continually evolves to meet changing market needs. How can novice formulators prepare and adapt? In this interview, sponsored by the University of Cincinnati, Prof. Ananth, Ph.D., looks to current and future trends to explain. Watch now; it's free.

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