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Victoria Fu, AKA @chemistconfessions; Allison Turquoise (Kent-Gunn), AKA @allisonturquoise; and Christina Basias, Ph.D., and Alexis Androulakis, AKA The Lipstick Lesbians.

NEW EXPERT ALERT Lipstick Lesbians Join Product Design in the Age of Beauty Influencers

Social media is setting trends and beauty standards (for good and ill), signaling shifts in consumer sentiment, shaping marketing strategies, and even inspiring beauty product innovation.

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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.

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.

Article Download: Effect of Perfumes on the Viscosity of Surfactant Systems

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The disclosed compositions are hydrophilic before application but dry to a clear hydrophobic film. This film can be easily removed when scrubbed with water above a certain temperature.

Patent Pick: The Estée Lauder Cos. on Low-temp Water-resistant Matte Cosmetics

A recent patent application from the Estée Lauder Cos. describes a mattifying film composition for skin or hair that can be easily removed using water above a certain temperature but not below it.

See who wins at our exclusive red carpet-style awards dinner, to be held on March 6, 2024, at the Biltmore in Los Angeles – alongside our riveting Beauty Accelerate event. Join us!

Which Prestige Beauty Formulas Will Come Out on Top at the 2024 C&T Allēs?

Which prestige beauty formulas will win C&T Allēs? Find out at our exclusive red carpet-style awards dinner on March 6, 2024, at the Biltmore in L.A. – alongside our riveting Beauty Accelerate event. Following are the contenders...

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author explains how dandruff is caused and further breaks down actives that can help side effects and subside dandruff such as propanediol caprylate, climbazole, perlite and more.

Formulating on Trend: Dandruff Control

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author briefly outlines the causes of dandruff and describes actives to address this condition; including propanediol caprylate, climbazole, perlite and more.

Of the women who use lip cosmetics, 67% seek moisturizing/hydrating claims while 61% desire long-lasting wear; almost half (48%) are swayed by lip-softening properties.

Formulating On Trend: Lip Oil

In this “Formulating on Trend,” the author describes basic ingredients used to create lip oils, including the function of each and formulation suggestions. Thickeners, oils, antioxidants, colorants/pigments, flavor and plumping ingredients are considered.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author explains with concern for water scarcity, consumers are choosing waterless cosmetics. The author explains formulating one of the most popular waterless forms, the shampoo bar.

Formulating on Trend: Shampoo Bar

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author explains how water scarcity and eco-friendly practices have motivated consumers to choose waterless cosmetics. She breaks down the popular shampoo bar as an example.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author describes how to create that glowing look on skin, which can be achieved by creating a skin repairing serum with key ingredients such as humectants, thickeners and emollients.

Formulating on Trend: Glow Serum

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to create that glowing look in skin, which can be achieved by creating a skin repairing serum with key ingredients such as humectants, thickeners and emollients.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author describes the evolution of blushes from powder to cream and liquid form. Specifically discussed are the types of emulsion system breakdown, emollients, thickening agents and colorants.

Formulating on Trend: Liquid Blush

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes the evolution of blushes from powder to cream and liquid form. Specifically discussed are the types of emulsion systems, emollients, thickening agents and colorants.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author describes how to formulate an AHA deodorant, achieved by understanding how to formulate deodorants with AHAs, and the use of humectants, preservatives and more.

Formulating on Trend: AHA Deodorant

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to formulate an AHA deodorant, to target odor-causing microbes, incorporating humectants, preservatives and more.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author describes the 'skinification' of hair serums, combining skin care with hair care. Specifically discussed are the humectants, thickeners and more.

Formulating on Trend: Skinification of Hair

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes the "skinification" of hair serums, translating skin care ingredients into hair care. Specifically discussed are humectants, thickeners and more.

This iteration of formulating on trend discusses potentially harmful sunscreen ingredients and proposes other potential ingredient options.

Formulating on Trend: Reef-safe Sunscreen

This installment of "Formulating on Trend" discusses sunscreen ingredients under current scrutiny for allegedly harming coral reefs and proposes alternative options for reef-safe formulations.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author explains formulating a cleanser that aligns with today's clean beauty standards, focusing on clean makeup removing emollients, preservatives and more.

Formulating on Trend: Clean Cleansing Balm

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to formulate a cleanser that aligns with today's beauty standards by focusing on clean makeup-removing emollients, preservatives and more.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author talks about anti-acne products with a particular usage of certain ingredients to make products OTC. Described here are the types of acne, emollients and occlusives to optimize anti-acne efficacy.

Formulating on Trend: Healing Acne Care

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes the development of over-the-counter (OTC) anti-acne treatments. Specifically discussed are the types of acne, emollients and occlusives to optimize anti-acne efficacy.

Keratosis pilaris is a common condition. Some dermatologists even consider it a skin type. While painless, there is no known cure and it affects physical appearance. In turn, it can impact confidence. Here, learn how to formulate a body wash for it.

Formulating on Trend: Keratosis Pilaris Body Wash

Keratosis pilaris is a common condition. Some dermatologists even consider it a skin type. While painless, there is no known cure and it affects physical appearance. In turn, it can impact confidence. Here, learn how to formulate a body wash for it.

In this installment of 'Formulating on Trend,' the author describes how to optimize formulating for the microbiome, which can be achieved by supporting the skin's ecosystem and the microorganisms in it.

Formulating on Trend: Microbiome-conscious Skin Care

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to optimize formulas for the microbiome, which can be achieved by supporting the skin's ecosystem and the microorganisms in it.

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