SpecialChem4Cosmetics.com Articles & Editorials in Cometics and Personal Care

Skin Lightening – Still on the Rise

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

You might think that skin lightening is a big market in the United States. But just take a look at foreign markets, like Asia for example. The growth of the skin lightening market in Asia is much larger than in the US. There are reasons for this. ... (Editorial)

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Skin Care Resists the Recession (Part 1)

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A wide selection of skin care products feature new ingredients, and philosophies, to attract today's consumer. Fiscal constraints aside, skin care offers mass choices with straightforward, practical appeal, as well as high end luxury, anti-aging, and... (Article)

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COSMETIC REGULATIONS IN ASIA – Update on East & South Asia’s biggest Economies

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In 2007, research on existing Cosmetics Regulations in Asia was performed and an article on the results was published in two parts: Survey of Countries and Specifics of Existing Regulations . The actual article is considered forming a part of an... (Article)

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Sustainability Initiatives: the beauty industry is cleaning up

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The beauty industry has historically received much criticism for unethical and non-environmentally friendly business practices. However, pressed by consumers who want greener products or retailers such as Wal-Mart with its Sustainability Index,... (Article)

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The Rise of the Medi-Spa

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The rise of the medi-spa is all good for the cosmetic chemist. We now have more reason than ever to use those well researched and expensive actives that had sat on our 'blue sky' shelf for too long. We have a plethora of patients upon which to tout... (Article)

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Natural Colors used in India’s Holi Festival

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Holi is a very important festival held annually in March and April in India. In 2010 the festival will begin on March 1st. What makes this festival so significant is that it involves color, lots of it, and it is all natural. Since India is now a... (Editorial)

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The Importance of Light Diffusing Ingredients in Cosmetics

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

One of the most important properties being utilized in today’s cosmetics is light diffusion. Light diffusion has the ability to hide unwanted skin defects. It is very important when used as an anti-aging property in cosmetic products. Light... (Article)

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Home Fragrance and the Customized Environment

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Home Fragrance, within the larger category of Air Care, meets a wide range of consumer demands. From freshening the air to create a pleasant household environment, to setting a mood for holiday or to de-stress, there are many forms. The newest... (Article)

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Global Graying and its Impact on the Personal Care Industry

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

By 2016, 23% of the US workforce will be 55+. By 2050, more than 25% of the developed world’s populations will be over 65. 40% of seniors (65+) will be over 80 years of age.As medical care allows us to live longer, we must rethink many aspects of... (Article)

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A comparison of the EU and US regulatory requirements for Cosmetics & Toiletries

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Regulatory frameworks in the US and the EU both approach the safety of cosmetic products by assigning the responsibility to the cosmetics manufacturers with no pre-market approval for the products. Significant differences, however, exist in... (Article)

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Nail and Hand Care

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Nail care, color and treatment have increased in recent years, with consumers giving themselves more manicures and pedicures at home. A weakened economy has boosted sales of polish; and increased awareness of hygiene in the face of germ transmission,... (Article)

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Choosing a Binder System for Pressed Powders

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

It can sometimes be very difficult to select the proper binder system for pressed powders. It requires experience and know how and a good knowledge of cosmetic ingredients. Depending on what characteristics you are looking for in the pressed... (Article)

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Neal’s Yard Remedies: an organic future

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Neal’s Yard Remedies is a UK based natural toiletries and remedies company that has the largest range of organic health and beauty products certified by the Soil Association. Currently, over 200 of Neal’s Yard Remedies products are certified organic.... (Article)

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Basic Skin Biology Part 2 – Cosmetic Ingredients That Fight the Aging Process

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

There are chemical materials that makeup the structure and function of the skin. But as the body ages, and normal biological processes slow down, the normal aging process takes place and these materials that were once abundant in the skin are now at... (Article)

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2009 Cosmetics Industry Highlights

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

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Color Cosmetics Are Experiential

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Palazzos, peace and love, pure pigments and makeup players, all share an important theme. They represent aspects of the new and innovative color cosmetics market today. While spending may be reined in, consumers are reaping rewards with a range of... (Article)

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Packaging Innovation in Personal Care

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Putting a cream in a stock jar is about as contemporary as an answering machine. Not only do the air and light degrade many of the active ingredients in the formula, but the packaging world is moving beyond this type of presentation.From airless... (Article)

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Santaverde: Interview with Sabine Beer

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Santaverde is a range of BDIH certified natural skincare, beauty juices and teas, which uses aloe vera as a replacement for water in its formulations. Aloe vera is said to have healing properties and skincaring benefits, such as good moisturisation... (Article)

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Basic Skin Biology Part 1 – Ingredients Naturally Occurring in the Skin

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The skin essentially is an organ of the body and is made up mostly of water. It is multi-layered and in these layers, various biochemical processes take place. These biological processes involve materials that aid in cell regeneration, healing, and... (Article)

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Advances in Pearl Technology

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

There isn’t very much happening in the way of pearls and effect pigments. However, an area that has seen some movement is with synthetic pearls. Synthetic mica, or fluorophlogopite, as seen so real activity for a number of pearl manufacturers... (Article)

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