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    Category: Cosmetic Formulations

    How Shampoos Are Made

    Shampoos are cleaning formulations made up primarily of chemicals called surfactants that have the ability to surround oily materials on surfaces and …
    Perry44 April 17, 2018

    5 Reasons Sulfate-Free Products Exist

    Have you ever wondered why companies sell sulfate free products?  If there is some safety issue with sulfates, why do companies continue to sell those…

    Perry44 November 3, 2017

    There are no fillers in cosmetic products

    It’s difficult to know where the claim or idea comes from but I frequently hear people say that there are “synthetic fillers” in cosmetics.  You…

    Perry44 July 26, 2013

    Old Spice Fresh Collection Denali Body Wash - Dissecting a cosmetic label

    It’s been a little while since we’ve done a dissecting the label so let’s do one.  Today we will look at the Old Spice Fresh…

    Perry44 July 23, 2013

    Cosmetic Formulation Basics: What’s in a lip balm, and why?

    This is a guest post by Gary Neudahl. He is currently Product Application Manager, Personal Care Ingredients, for the HallStar Company and is based at…

    Guest Author October 10, 2012

    Cosmetic Formulations - Body Wash

    This is a guest post by Gary Neudahl The long, hot summer days in the Midwest are coming to an end, and the busier days…

    Guest Author September 19, 2012

    Basic Cosmetic Formulations - Bath Oils

    This is a guest post by cosmetic science expert Gary Neudahl. We’ve had a warm winter, a hot spring and a really hot and dry…

    Guest Author July 31, 2012

    Cosmetic Formulation Basics - Shaving Cream

    Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Shaving Cream Shaving cream is a product put on the skin (primarily…

    Perry44 June 26, 2012

    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…

    Perry44 June 11, 2012

    What is in a sunscreen spray, and why?

    This is a guest post by Gary Neudahl who is currently Product Application Manager, Personal Care Ingredients, for the HallStar Company and is based at…

    Guest Author April 10, 2012

    Basic Cosmetic Formulations - Deodorant Sticks

    Article submitted by Gary Neudahl In a previous post, the composition of an antiperspirant deodorant (APDO) stick was presented. In this post we’ll look at…

    Guest Author February 20, 2012

    Cosmetic Label Dissecting - Burts Bees Baby Shampoo

    Here’s another in our continuing series on dissecting the cosmetic label. By reviewing these labels it is our hope that you will develop the skills…

    Perry44 February 7, 2012

    Cosmetic formulation basics - Foundation

    Click here for a complete list of the Cosmetic Formulation basics series. Foundation Foundation or skin colorants are designed to enhance the color and appearance…

    Perry44 February 2, 2012

    Cosmetic formulation basics - Nail Polish

    Click here for a complete list of the Cosmetic Formulation basics series. Nail Polish Nail polish is designed to improve the appearance and condition of…

    Perry44 January 18, 2012

    Basic Cosmetic Formulating - Antiperspirant

    This is a guest post by Gary Neudahl. In personal care, there are cosmetics and there are toiletries. What’s the difference? In general, a cosmetic…

    Guest Author January 3, 2012

    Cosmetic formulation basics - Sunscreens

    The sunscreen market is a growing one and to be a competent cosmetic chemist, you should know the basics of how to formulate one. How…

    Perry44 November 3, 2011

    Self Tanning - Cosmetic Formulation Basics

    Self tanning products are designed for people who want to darken the color of their skin without risking the negative health effects of UV exposure.…

    Perry44 October 25, 2011

    Naming Cosmetic Chemicals

    Here’s a video I put together explaining how cosmetic chemicals get their names. It’s not quite the IUPAC system but it is logical.

    Perry44 October 18, 2011

    Cosmetic Formulation Basics - Skin Lotion

    Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Since skin care represents the largest market in cosmetics and oil soluble ingredients are…

    Perry44 September 6, 2011

    Cosmetic Formulation Basics - Styling Gel

    Every cosmetic chemist should learn how to make a gel. It has a great look and consumers respond well to the product form. The most…

    Perry44 July 11, 2011
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