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…
Category: Cosmetic Formulations
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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.
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…
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…
Nail Polish formula
Consumers like to change the appearance of their nails and the most common way to do this is to use nail polish. What Nail Polish…
Cosmetic Formulating Basics - Lipstick
Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Lipstick Lipsticks are designed to improve the natural appearance of lips. They…
Cosmetic Formulating Basics - Body Wash
Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Body Wash Body wash is a product designed to remove dirt and…
Cosmetic Formulation Basics - Hair Conditioners
Click here for a complete list of the the Cosmetic Formulation Basics series. Rinse-out Hair Conditioners While shampoos represent the most common type of hair…