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Jul 14, 2010 - 2010 SCC Annual Scientific Conference on Long Island by Nick Morante

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists mid-year scientific conference was held at the Long Island Marriott Hotel in Uniondale, NY on June 3rd and 4th, 2010....
Mar 17, 2010 - Color Trends for Spring / Summer 2010 by Nick Morante

The spring / summer color trends according to Pantone Corporation will involve what I see as mainly primary colors that can be blended easily to...
Nov 25, 2009 - Tattoos and Permanent Makeup by Nick Morante

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) alerts the general public (as they do with many problems associated with foods, drugs and...
Jan 19, 2009 - Rose – The Essence of Emotion by inside cosmeceuticals by Dr. Geetanjali G. Ranade

"A rose is a rose is a rose," said Gertrude Stein. William Wordsworth implored, "Change me, some God, into that breathing rose." And Sappho called...
Oct 10, 2008 - Powders Used in Color and Decorative Cosmetics by Nick Morante

This subject came up and I was asked to address it. In a nutshell, this is what color and decorative cosmetics are mainly composed of – powders,...
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Sep 3, 2008 - Nail and Hand Care Market by Nancy Jeffries

The nail and hand care market is about more than beautifully polished nails. Recently, treatment has combined with aesthetics, to create efficacy as...
Apr 16, 2008 - Active Ingredients in the Skin Care Market – Part 3 by Nick Morante

Hyaluronic acid and its well-known salt sodium hyaluronate have been used in cosmetics and personal care products for a number of decades now. But it...
Jan 17, 2008 - Mineral make-up: the natural alternative by Imogen Matthews

Mineral make-up is not a new trend, but it has received a fresh make-over and new natural positioning. Previously, mineral make-up was a niche...
Jan 9, 2008 - The Masstige Market by Nick Morante

The Masstige market is a cross between Mass Market and Prestige Cosmetics. It came about due to the need for high end cosmetics (or department...
Aug 3, 2007 - Ingredients with Bad Press - PHTHALATES by Nick Morante

Almost any ingredient used in the cosmetics industry today can be found to have something hazardous about it. You will find many websites on the...
Jul 20, 2007 - Trends – What Colors Loom on the Horizon ? by Nick Morante

The current fiscal year will be ending in a few days so I just happened to take note of my client list and the shades I have been producing for these...
Jul 6, 2007 - Makeup Trends Verified by Nick Morante

In all of my travels and searches for the latest trends in makeup and color cosmetics, I am at the same time looking for verification whether what I...
Jun 14, 2007 - Color Delivery by Nick Morante

So far during my tenure as contributing editor for SpecialChem, I have discussed many aspects of formulating decorative and color cosmetics. I have...
Jun 8, 2007 - Global Beauty Secrets Revealed by Nancy Jeffries

A wave of new products, tips and techniques has swept the international beauty community. Color palettes designed for all complexion tones, treatment...
Jun 7, 2007 - Color Cosmetics and the Prestige Market by Nancy Jeffries

Quality and ingredient innovation are hallmarks of the premium sector for color cosmetics. According to Euromonitor, which tracks trends and...
May 10, 2007 - Maureen Kelly and tarte, Inc. Profile by Nancy Jeffries

Maureen Kelly, Founder and CEO of tarte, Inc., is a woman of purpose. Having built a successful cosmetics business and launched an ongoing...
May 3, 2007 - Differences in Mascara Performance by Nick Morante

I am constantly being asked to render opinions on new products and trends that are coming on the market. These questions come mainly from beauty...
Apr 26, 2007 - What are Gel Nails? by Nick Morante

Nail Lacquers are specialty products that have come under some scrutiny in recent years. The main reason is that they contain phthalates, which under...
Apr 19, 2007 - Camouflage Makeup by Nick Morante

Camouflage Makeup is designed to be worn after cosmetic surgery to contour the skin to hide swelling, to conceal the lines resulting from bruises and...
Apr 12, 2007 - Growth of the Color Cosmetics Market by Nick Morante

The decorative and color cosmetics market continues to grow rapidly. In past articles I have discussed the trends in various market segments and...
Apr 9, 2007 - FDA Concerns Regarding Cosmetic Ingredients - Part 12 by Nick Morante

In the continuation of this series, I feel is very important for people to know and understand some of the things that the United States Food and Drug...
Apr 5, 2007 - Makeup Tricks by Nick Morante

I read a lot of magazines to see if there are any new trends that I have to look out for. Sometimes I come across some articles that are just so...
Mar 26, 2007 - FDA Concerns Regarding Cosmetic Ingredients - Part 11 by Nick Morante

I want to continue on the subject of potential irritants and allergens on the skin. It is a serious subject that the Food and Drug Administration...
Mar 26, 2007 - Summer Makeup Tips by Nick Morante

Some people think they have to wear their favorite cosmetics and personal care products the year round. But seasonal changes can also affect the way...
Mar 22, 2007 - Color Trends for 2007 by Nick Morante

In an article I recently wrote I explained how market trends work. They are based on the fashion trends for the upcoming season. Fashion trends come...
Mar 12, 2007 - FDA Concerns Regarding Cosmetic Ingredients - Part 10 by Nick Morante

The Food and Drug Administration certainly does care about the consumer. They are not the type of regulatory agency that just wants to shut cosmetics...
Mar 8, 2007 - Color Cosmetics for the Ethnic Market by Nick Morante

Although hair care products are firmly positioned as by far the largest market segment in the ethnic health and beauty aids industry, color cosmetics...
Feb 23, 2007 - Why Naturals? by Nick Morante

Naturals, naturals, naturals. That's all I (we) hear about. I hate to beat a dead horse but this subject will never go away. I started contributing...
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Feb 19, 2007 - Working with Contract Manufacturers by Nick Morante

As a consultant and contract formulator, it sometimes becomes necessary to work with contract or what are called third party manufacturers. If a...
Feb 16, 2007 - FDA Concerns Regarding Cosmetic Ingredients - Part 9 by Nick Morante

In the continuation of this series, this article involves the use of cosmetic ingredients and the control the FDA has on the drug and cosmetics...

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