Cosmetic scientists can be found all over the world.  In this episode we talk with Joel Edwards, a cosmetic chemist from Australia.  He tells his story how he started out as an environmental chemist but transitioned to the cosmetic industry.

Show notes:

1. News
P&G teams with Amyris to make bio materials for cosmetics. Where is the new innovation in cosmetics coming from?  Probably the biotech industry.

Consumer infidelity hurting luxury brands.  What is happening to the luxury beauty market during this uncertain economic times?  People aren’t necessarily trading down.

2. Cosmetic Science

We review the different types of equipment that every cosmetic laboratory needs to function properly.  We look at 5 different areas of equipment including…

Weighing equipment
Containers
Mixers
Temperature control equipment
Testing equipment

3. Interview with Joel Edwards
Joel Edwards is a cosmetic chemist who works with Trendpack in Australia. He has been in the cosmetic industry for about 8 years. He shares his insights on what it’s like to be a cosmetic chemist and where he thinks cosmetic research of the future should focus.

If you have a question, comment or other suggestion about the podcast, leave a message in the space below.

Chemists Corner is a podcast about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. The information and opinions discussed on Chemists Corner are those of the hosts and the guests alone. They do not necessarily reflect those of any past, present or future employers.

Many people have asked about whether they should get an advanced degree in cosmetic science. Well, in today’s show we interview one of the instructors at the Fairleigh Dickinson University cosmetic science program, Steve Herman.

Show notes:

1. News
New acne technology that kills bacteria using gold & lactic acid ‘nano-bombs’.

2. Cosmetic Science Jobs
We discuss the different types of jobs you might get as a cosmetic chemist. This is related to a blog post we did about chemist careers.

3. Interview with Steve Herman
Steve Herman is an adjunct professor in the FDU Masters in Cosmetic Science program and has been since 1993. He is also a regular columnist at GCI magazine and has written the book ‘Fragrance Applications: A Survival Guide’. He has over 30 years of experience in the cosmetic and fragrance industry.

You can contact Steve through his website www.stephen-herman.com

If you have a question, comment or other suggestion about the podcast, leave a message in the space below.

Chemists Corner is a podcast about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. The information and opinions discussed on Chemists Corner are those of the hosts and the guests alone. They do not necessarily reflect those of any past, present or future employers.

It’s the latest episode of the Chemists Corner podcast. Please have a listen and let us know what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1. News

• Discuss Consumer Reports article about anti-wrinkle treatments

2. Cosmetic Science
The 10 topics that were barely covered in college chemistry but are most important to cosmetic scientists

3. Interview
Kevin Young has been a Cosmetic Chemist for 35 years. He has formulated cosmetic products for several major cosmetic companies including Maybelline and Almay. He now owns his own Independent Laboratory and Consulting Service – KYLabs

You can contact Kevin through his website KYLabs.com where he is available for consulting on cosmetic formulation of skin care, hair care, make-up, EPA regulated FIFRA and OTC products

*If you would like to participate in the Yahoo! cosmetic science group discussions, please visit here – The Cosmetic Lab.
If you have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.

It’s the latest episode of the Chemists Corner podcast. Please have a listen and let us know what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1. News

• Discuss the passing of skin research pioneer Albert Kligman.
• Dermatologist gets warning letter from FDA

2. Listener question
Why is fluid viscosity important to cosmetic chemists?

3. Weekly Challenge.

Which headline is the FAKE?
a. Drinking tea can protect your skin
b. Music is good for your skin
c. Spent oil from French fries can repair your skin.

If you’ve got an answer to the challenge, have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.

It’s the latest episode of the Chemists Corner podcast.  Please have a listen and let us know what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1.  News

• Colorado Safe Personal Care Products Act – The state of Colorado is proposing a bill that could limit the cosmetic chemist’s ability to formulate.

2.  Listener question – How do you do a Freeze / Thaw stability test?

3.  Cosmetic Science - Top 10 problems in hair care science

4.  Interview – Amanda Foxon-Hill of Realize Beauty.

• Amanda Foxon-Hill is a longtime cosmetic chemist who’s worked in both Europe and Australia. She has experience formulating a wide range of products and is currently the Director of Realize Beauty, which features a website dedicated to de-mystifying the cosmetics industry for the consumer. She works as an instructor for the Institute of Personal Care Science which offers a certified diploma course in cosmetic chemistry. Additionally, she runs workshops called Cosmetic Kitchen for adults and kids where they make a few basic products. Her latest project is writing a book called “Realize Beauty” which is a philosophical look at our relationship with our bodies.

5.  Weekly Challenge.

Perfume manufacturers are bringing out new fragrances for the coming season.

Ralph Lauren has four new fragrances, Christian Dior has five, and Givenchy has two.

How many new fragrances will be promoted by Yves Saint Laurent?

If you’ve got an answer to the challenge, have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.

It’s episode 3 of the Chemists Corner podcast.  A bit shorter than previous episodes but it was a busy week.  Please have a listen and let us know what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1.  News – Nutricosmetics for skin

2.  Cosmetic Science - How to get useful formulation info when shopping

3.  Weekly Challenge.

Which of these beauty science headlines are false?

a.  Hair makes a good plant fertilizer
b.  Asian hair is the easiest type to simulate on computers.
c.  All natural hair colors come from 2 pigments
d.  Some 80-year-olds have no gray hair.

If you’ve got an answer to the challenge, have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.

It’s the second episode of the Chemists Corner podcast. Please listen and leave a comment below with what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1. News – Dr. Oz on Beauty.

• The Price of Beauty article was discussed.

2. Listener question – How do you make your formulas less expensive?

3. Interview – Johann W. Wiechers, PhD

• Article discussed – Is cosmetic science “bad science”?
• Contact Dr Wiechers through JW Solutions.

4. Weekly Challenge.

• Derma wand – shoots oxygen into your skin
• Safe tox – wrinkle reducing headband

If you have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.

Here is our pilot episode of the Chemists Corner podcast.  Please have a listen and let us know what you think.

Chemists Corner podcast is about cosmetic science and is broadcast to help educate, entertain, and inspire current and future cosmetic scientists. Each episode we’ll talk about news in the cosmetic industry, answer some of your questions, and discuss a topic in-depth, usually with an industry expert interview.

In this episode…

1.  News – Two news stories were discussed.

• Launch of a new hand sanitizer.  Does it meet FDA guidelines?
• Twin study on skin.  What factors affect skin condition?

2.  Listener question – How do you quickly evaluate new raw materials?

3.  Interview – Kelly Dobos on becoming a cosmetic chemist

4.  Weekly Challenge.

Imagine Usain Bolt, Kelly and Perry ran a 100 meter race, each keeping a steady rate of speed.  If Usain beat Kelly by 10 meters and Kelly beat Perry by 10 meters, by how many meters did Usain beat Perry?

If you’ve got an answer to the challenge, have a question, or have any topics you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below.