In-cosmetics Global 2017 focused on Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence
As Euromonitor International hails UK consumers among the biggest beauty and personal care spenders in Western Europe, the stage is set for in-cosmetics Global as…
An Open Letter to Cosmetic Chemists
I saw this article about Bodisafe Cosmetics which claims their products are natural and chemical free. Normally, I would just file this away with all…
Cosmeceuticals in cosmetics
A reader asked me why there weren’t more high performance cosmeceutical ingredients in cosmetics. I think there are a few reasons you don’t see many…
What is an active ingredient in cosmetics
I was recently asked this question by a reader, what is an active ingredient? You hear this term a lot in cosmetic marketing. And according…
How do you become a cosmetic chemist consultant?
I received the following question and thought it would make a good post. I’m an Senior Cosmetic Chemist with an Bachelors Degree, with 18yrs experience…
Cosmetic ingredient expiration dates
We recently did a webinar on cosmetic emulsions and asked people for questions prior to the event so we could cover the most important information. Here…
8 ways to reduce your cosmetic formula cost
When I got my first formulation job, I was hired as a “cost savings” chemist. This meant it was my job to identify ways to…
Natural Colors in Cosmetics
Many consumers desire natural cosmetics. While some countries, including the US and EU, have natural colors in their positive lists these color leave a lot…
Cosmetic Product Marketing and Weasel Words
I received the following question from a reader which I thought would make a good jumping off point to talk about cosmetic product marketing. I read…
Is Increased Cosmetic Regulation Needed?
I read an opinion piece in the New York Times that looked at some proposed cosmetic regulations and pondered “Is Your Lipstick Bad for You?”.…
Cosmetic Formulating - How much of an ingredient should you use?
As a formulator one of the hardest things to do is to create new formulas from scratch. This is because formulations are a mixture of…
In-cosmetics returns to Korea to showcase next generation of cosmetics
In-cosmetics Korea, Coex Hall B, 159 Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-731, Korea, 6-7 July 2016 In-cosmetics returns for its second exhibition in Korea from 6-7 July…
Color Cosmetics - A Practical Guide to Formulation Review
The newest textbook to launch on the Allured Bookstore is Color Cosmetics: A Practical Guide to Formulation by Jane C. Hollenberg. Mrs. Hollenberg wrote this…
Cosmetic Science - What is known and unknown
One of my Facebook friends posted a question looking for advice about which sunscreen she could use for her child. It turns out her daughter…
Where to get raw materials for making cosmetics
When I was working for a company it was pretty easy to get the raw materials I needed for making cosmetic formulas. I would just look up…
Why don’t consumers trust the cosmetic industry?
An industry friend of mine posed this question to me in regards to the proliferation of so much junk science when it comes to the…
World Perfumery Congress is coming
World Perfumery Congress returns to the US in 2016 World Perfumery Congress, 13-15 June 2016, Fontainebleau Resort, Miami Beach, Florida The organizers of the biennial…
The Importance of UV Protection Ingredients in Cosmetics Formulations
There was a time when having tanned skin and laying out in the sun’s rays was considered healthy. However, the dangers of UV rays are…
Cosmetic Preservation - What’s In a Name?
What’s in a name, the preservation name? Whether it’s Montague or Capulet….love or scorn…parabens or not? Brands, marketers and formulators find themselves in a quandary…
Day 30 - Becoming a Cosmetic Science Expert
Welcome to Day 30 of the 30 Days to Become a Better Cosmetic Chemist series This 30 day challenge is all about giving you lessons…