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  Change my view

  This category is all about posting something that you believe but are open to evidence that your belief is mistaken. Arguments to change someone's mind should use scientific evidence, rather than emotional appeals or marketing claims.

  2 discussions 44 comments Most recent: Change my view - Panthenol provides no special benefits in hair or skin care products by Cst4Ms4Tmps4 on November 15 November 15
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  Advanced Questions

  This is for formulation questions from people who already have a solid background in cosmetic formulating. Don't ask general, basic questions here.

  143 discussions 797 comments Most recent: Natural additve colorant(s) by MarkBroussard on December 10 December 10
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  Off Topic

  This is a place to post topics that are important to forum members but are not necessarily related to cosmetic formulating.

  12 discussions 99 comments Most recent: Cosmetic labeling mistake by ASH on December 5 December 5
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  Formulating

  Questions and discussions about formulating cosmetic products

  2.5K discussions 18K comments Most recent: How much and how thick dimethicone is needed to provide any moisturization benefit? by Sponge on 8:58PM 8:58PM
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  Requests / Opportunities

  This is the place where you can ask for help from a cosmetic chemist or post job opportunities.

  197 discussions 815 comments Most recent: Seeking Chemists to Formulate 10-Free Nail Polish Line + Foot Care Products by Dr Catherine Pratt on November 14 November 14
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  General

  General discussions

  473 discussions 3K comments Most recent: How to vet a manufacturer by EVchem on December 10 December 10
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  Color and makeup

  Discussions specifically about color cosmetics.

  108 discussions 593 comments Most recent: pigment particle size by Sponge on December 4 December 4
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  Innovation

  Do you know of a cool new technology? This would be the place to talk about it.

  27 discussions 164 comments Most recent: Replacement for Calcium Carbonate in Natural Tootpaste by devo2 on October 3 October 3
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  Resources

  A place to put discussions about helpful resources for cosmetic chemists, formulators and cosmetic entrepreneurs

  159 discussions 896 comments Most recent: Need formulating services? Here are some contacts by Janine on 2:26PM 2:26PM
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  Starting a cosmetic line

  Discussions about how to start your own cosmetic line

  131 discussions 681 comments Most recent: Silica Silylate substite for Hair Styling Powder by scottm80 on December 10 December 10
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  Cosmetic Industry

  If there is something going on in the cosmetic industry, this would be the place to talk about it.

  171 discussions 913 comments Most recent: Need Help with Homogeniser by PRANAV9 on 9:44AM 9:44AM
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  Skin

  For discussions about developing skin care products

  164 discussions 1.1K comments Most recent: Problem with a face wash formula by Gunther on 3:43PM 3:43PM
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  Hair

  For discussions about developing hair care products

  231 discussions 1.6K comments Most recent: Ossamonio 1825 by Gunther on 3:38PM 3:38PM
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  Science

  Discussions about cosmetic science and science in general

  89 discussions 539 comments Most recent: Potash Alum by Rimshah on November 26 November 26
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  Podcast

  Here is where you would put comments, topic suggestions, guest suggestions and anything else about the cosmetic science podcast.

  2 discussions 1 comment Most recent: The Beauty Brains are back by Gunther on January 29 January 29
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  Career

  Advice and tips about your career as a cosmetic chemist and formulator

  31 discussions 206 comments Most recent: Institute of personal care science Cosmetic Chemist? by Perry on October 6 October 6