SpecialChem4Cosmetics.com Articles & Editorials in Cometics and Personal Care

New Methods of Manufacturing and Production

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

An investigation of new and novel ways of creating cosmetic products from a manufacturing standpoint using new methodology and equipment. These new methods and technologies could possibly lead to the next generation of cosmetics and personal care... (Article)

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Multi-Purpose / Multi-Effect Ingredients

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Much has been written about multi-effect and multi-purpose ingredients and their use in cosmetics and personal care products. But are there such ingredients that can truly create then next novel and innovative product? There are many of these... (Article)

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Sun Care Meets Diverse Market Demands

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

While the sun care market was impacted by the economic downturn in 2009, the sector continues to be a dynamic one. New innovations, demand in emerging markets, and an emphasis on value added benefits, like anti-aging, moisturizing, travel... (Article)

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Panacea 2010 International expo and symposium on “naturals”

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Panacea 2010, is the only prominent trade show and international symposium on “naturals” in South Asia which took place in Mumbai, India from February 10 to12, 2010. This 4th international expo brought together eminent scientists, Indian and... (Article)

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News on Worldwide Cosmetics Regulations - Focus Brazil

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

The National Health Surveillance Agency (Agēncia Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária – ANVISA) is the Brazilian regulatory agency with responsibility for ensuring hygiene and safety of drugs, food, medical devices and cosmetic products. The Agency... (Editorial)

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All-In-One Beauty - The BB Cream explosion in Japan

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

BB creams are booming in Japan. Every drugstore and variety store seems to have BB cream corner and it seems all the Japanese females are using at least one. BB creams provide multiple functions such as moisturizer, foundation, under-makeup,... (Article)

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2010 SCC Annual Scientific Conference on Long Island

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

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. It was hosted by Area I of the Society. In order to increase attendance at this major meeting,... (Editorial)

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Beyond 2020 - How will 10 Billion people stay clean?

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Have you ever stopped to wonder just how much soap and water would be required to keep 10 billion people clean? Well, if you are a manufacturer or brand owner it may be time to take stock as that magic number is racing towards us. We look at how we... (Article)

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Fragrance Beyond Perfumery

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200

There is a world of fragrance expression beyond brilliantly packaged fine fragrances at retail counters. Whether plugging into the youth market, collaborating with design, art or advertising, today's aesthetics and sensibilities impact the uses of... (Article)

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Suppliers’ Day Reigns Supreme in New Jersey

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0200

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) presented Suppliers' Day 2010, May 11-12, 2010, at The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, Edison, New Jersey. A newly expanded and enhanced addition represented the core of research and development in... (Article)

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News on Worldwide Cosmetics Regulations - Focus Japan, China, Taiwan, Hongkong

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Japan: Quasi-drugs are defined in Japan as products with restricted use while having a mild action on the human body1. The category includes hair tonics, bath preparations, skin whitening products, leave-on acne products anti-dandruff shampoos,... (Editorial)

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in-cosmetics 2010: trends presentations review

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0200

in-cosmetics celebrated its 20 year anniversary in April 2010 in Paris. The trends presentations are a major draw for visitors, which were well up in numbers compared to the last record set in 2007. Themes included how the global cosmetics industry... (Article)

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Marine ingredients in cosmetics

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Marine-based ingredients are a strong trend in cosmetic formulations with an increasing number of new product launches using ingredients derived from the sea. Mintel’s gnpd has seen algae extracts in skincare more than double since 2004. Mintel has... (Article)

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The Consumer Reset

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0200

What does the post recession beauty consumer in North American look like? Today's consumer is emerging from the recession with a radically new definition of the American Dream and a renewed awareness of her own resourcefulness and priorities,... (Article)

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Lip Care and Treatment – The Egalitarian Lip

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Lip care and treatment are growth areas within the skin care category. With products representing a wide spectrum of color, texture, sun protection emollient and other benefits, this area has a global retail value of $1.8 billion, and is surging,... (Article)

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Anti-Aging Injectables

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

In addition to light diffusion as a method of hiding wrinkles, other methods of wrinkle reduction involve injections of substances into the skin and can be somewhat painful. But it has been shown that these other methods do work, have lasting... (Article)

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When skin deep is not enough

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

We all know that cosmetics can only affect the look of the skin but that doesn’t stop us from trying to enhance what’s outside by boosting what lies beneath. We take a look at how good cosmetic science can work with our biological systems to ensure... (Article)

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Negative Attributes of Nail Lacquers

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Nitrocellulose-based nail lacquers still remain one of the most popular decorative products with consumers. Even with the bad press that some ingredients (butyl phthalate for example) in these products have received, this type of formula functions... (Article)

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In Japan, Anti-Aging means Whitening

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

There is an old saying in Japan, "White Skin Covers Seven Flaws." White skin -translucent, luminous, flawless skin without dark spots or discoloration - has always been Japanese women's obsession. This whitening obsession also affects the Japanese... (Article)

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Dermatological procedures: influence on the skin care industry (Part 2)

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 +0200

Innovative skin care formulation is currently driven by dermatological procedures such as chemical peels, botulinum toxin, intradermal fillers, lasers and light sources addressing the main aspects of facial ageing, namely dynamic lines, photodamage,... (Article)

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