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Cosmetics Ingredients

Apr 22, 2013 | Article

Sun Care Innovation Impacts Market

By Nancy Jeffries

Sun care has come a long way since the days of reflective mirrors and baby oil. Consumer consciousness has been raised, advances in R&D achieved, and educational initiatives forged by numerous...

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Jul 6, 2011 | Article

The Trials and Triumphs of Nanoparticles in Sunscreens

By Amanda Foxon-Hill

For many formulators the arrival of invisible physical SPF protection was somewhat of a watershed moment. No more white streaks, no more thick creams, no more clogging and dragging. However, the...

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Jan 26, 2011 | Article

SpecialChem R&D Highlights for 2010 – Part 2

By Nick Morante

As I mentioned in my Community Insights a couple of weeks ago, it's been a very productive year for SpecialChem in terms of education and participation. The most impressive area which SpecialChem...

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Jan 12, 2011 | Article

SpecialChem R&D Highlights for 2010 – Part 1

By Nick Morante

As I mentioned in my Community Insights a couple of weeks ago, it's been a very productive year for SpecialChem in terms of education and participation. The most impressive area which SpecialChem...

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Nov 17, 2010 | Article

Nanotechnology in Cosmetics – Is it Still Around?

By Nick Morante

The subject of nanotechnology is continuously being discussed in all cosmetic circles. It is a very important subject that will ultimately determine the future of new cosmetic product development...

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May 26, 2009 | Article

Sun Care Protection and Market Innovation

By Nancy Jeffries

With global warming a factor for increased sun exposure, and UV damage to skin, hair and overall health, direct correlates, manufacturers and scientists are finding ways to educate consumers about...

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Jul 6, 2007 | Article

A Brief History of Nanotechnology

By Nick Morante

The field of nanotechnology when applied to the cosmetics and personal care industry first emerged over 40 years ago. The first applications were with moisturizing creams that included liposome...

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Feb 2, 2007 | Article

Formulation of Powders

By Nick Morante

Powders are sometimes the messiest of the color cosmetic products that formulators have to work with. They are dry particulates that are designed to cover the skin with color and effect as well as...

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Jun 14, 2006 | Article

The multi-functionality of UV products

The protection against UV damage is now common knowledge to consumers. For many years now, sun products have been made to offer an efficient screen against UV rays and for specific sun exposure...

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