Why chemical free claims are harmful
The claim “chemical free” really bugs me and I really wish marketers, the media, and everyone else would stop using it. Almost nothing is “chemical…
You work for yourself
There were a couple of troubling stories that I read about actions taken by some of the biggest cosmetic companies. In one, Unilever reports that…
Cosmetic Claims Substantiation - Case Study 01
Formulating is only one of the responsibilities of a cosmetic chemist. An equally challenging task is to come up with claims and tests that will…
Where to find Free Cosmetic Formulas
One of my goals is to create a website that gives starting formulas to anyone who is looking for one. I’m modeling it after the…
Cosmetic Science Masters Program at the London College of Fashion
If you are interested in getting an advanced degree to help your cosmetic formulating prospects, you might consider the London College of Fashion. Here is…
Cosmetic Formulation Basics - Toothpaste
Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Toothpaste Toothpaste is a semisolid product designed to clean teeth and leave…
Chemistry Connections Book Review
Recently I picked up a few chemistry books. It’s very interesting to go back and read about basic chemistry because I haven’t done that since…
Why Cosmetic Businesses Should Use Social Media
Cosmeticsdesign.com reports that a recent study carried out by The Allstate Corporation showed that US Adults are heavily connected on social media outlets. 51% are…
Cosmetic preservative choice tool
Suppliers for most cosmetic chemicals have websites and some are certainly better than others. Overall, the quality of the websites that are available is not…
Recap of SCC Midyear Scientific Meeting 2012
Last week I attended one day of the SCC Midyear Scientific Meeting. It was a two day event but my schedule just didn’t allow for…
A cosmetic chemist in Charleston
Not much to post except to report that I’m in Charleston for the mid year SCC meeting and having a great time. Here’s a shot…
The Drunkards Walk - Book Review
I may be a bit odd but statistics and probabilities have always been favorite subjects of mine. Ever since I learned that I could calculate…
How cosmetics are made video
It’s a holiday today but I wanted to at least post a video for our non-American audience who isn’t celebrating a holiday. Here’s a cool…
The Next Revolution in Cosmetic Packaging?
It’s not often that I see some technology that I think can have a significant impact on the cosmetic industry. In truth, most “innovations” are…
NYSCC Suppliers Day 2012 at a Glimpse
This is a guest post by cosmetic chemist Dana Cifelli If you are a member of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) then it is…
Is that cosmetic ingredient worth using in your formula?
As a cosmetic formulator I get the opportunity to look at a number of cosmetic formulations. Cosmetic chemists are like artists and many will have…
The Cosmetic Calculator
Here’s an interesting website. It’s called the Cosmetic Calculator and it ostensibly tells you how old your cosmetic is. You put in the lot code…
The CIR could be vastly improved
I always cringe when I see people referencing the EWG’s Skin Deep database about the safety of cosmetic ingredients. Since we’ve previously written about its…
Ukulele and the Periodic Table
Two of my favorite things brought together in a fun song. [youtuber youtube=’http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd0rVIE3wo8′] Enjoy.
Cool chemistry tricks
Everyone should have had a chemistry instructor like this. [youtuber youtube=’http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nnz31TZ4XA’]