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Chemists Corner is a website written for cosmetic chemists by cosmetic chemists. It's a resource and gathering place to learn tips, swap stories, and find out how to survive and thrive in the cosmetic industry.
Our mission is to help you land a job in the cosmetic industry and become a better scientist once you get there.
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What will you learn?
Eight areas of cosmetic chemistry we cover in depth.
Technology
Reviews of available technologies and assessments of how well ingredients work for your applications. Not the stuff you get from raw material sales people — real assessments of what works and whether it's worth changing your formulas.
Formulating 101
A review of basic cosmetic chemistry and formulation. Sure, you might be an expert in one area, but what do you do when you need to formulate a product you've never done before? Read these articles to quickly get up to speed.
Innovation
Tips and tricks on how you can become more innovative. Do you find yourself creating the same formula and merely changing the color and fragrance? Be innovative. Be creative. Make original formulas and revolutionary ideas.
Industry Happenings
Articles about the cosmetic industry and how things that happen might affect you and your job. Learn about the various trade associations and how they can be beneficial to you.
Resources
Reviews of books, articles and other products that will be helpful to the cosmetic chemist.
Chemists Lifestyle
Practical advice for time management, setting goals, handling insurance and finances. All the things you have to know, but were never taught in science classes.
Career
Articles about getting a job, networking, dealing with headhunters, and using the Internet to stay connected and aware of new opportunities.
Chemists Corner Forum
A place to swap stories, tips, tricks and advice to help the community of cosmetic chemists thrive. Stay connected with friends and colleagues while getting your questions answered.
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About the Author
Perry Romanowski has been formulating cosmetic products and inventing solutions to solve consumer problems since the early 1990s. He has written and edited numerous articles and books, taught continuing education classes for industry scientists, and developed successful websites.
His latest book is Beginning Cosmetic Chemistry 3rd Edition published by Allured.
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