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@Bill_Toge
Yes, that is what I meant… How embarrassing.. lol

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Would stating that your product can “help hair appear more voluminous” be an acceptable claim?

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Maybe try altering your variables and parameters.

Are you using constant or variable agitation?  Keep your heat below 50 deg. C (maybe at 40?-see if the foaming still persists?).

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@Bill_Toge 

Thank you so much for sharing this. I am beginning to tread the waters of making emulsions and I have made these mistakes you have showcased. From a thermodynamic perspective, it makes so much sense! But, when presented with all of the technical information out there, it can be a bit daunting. So, thank you again for helping me to understand this concept even further, you have my eternal gratitude.

@johnb 

Thank you for posting that link! You have most definitely shown me the importance of keywords-I know, silly. That presentation is extremely informative and helps a great deal with the ambiguities regarding emulsions. 

@Bill_Toge and @johnb 

You guys are rockstars! I can not thank you enough for offering this information to nubile cosmetic chemists like myself.

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Hello all!

My name is Sterling! I have B.S. in biochemistry and have been working with a small up-in-coming cosmetic company in Arizona. I have been here nearly 3 years and in that time: I have established a quality control department and have built up my chops as a budding cosmetic chemist. I have a huge desire to learn all that I can and am become the best cosmetic chemist I can be. I am glad to be a part of this! I look forward to sharing ideas and learning a vast amount wealth of information from all of you.