http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/feeds/recentlyadded Items recently added to CT en-us Copyright 2012 Allured Publishing. All rights reserved. Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:11:53 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/region/northamerica/138889954.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/region/northamerica/138889954.html Tony O'Lenick collaborated with Nick Morante to develop a four-part series of the "Comparatively Speaking" column that focuses on color. This is the third in the series where Morante explains the difference between the FDA's regulation for coal-tar hair dyes vs. other color additives in cosmetics. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:35:59 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/138572784.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/138572784.html What are the biggest challenges in sun care formulating? I asked a few colleagues, and they answered: achieving what marketing wants while complying with regulations and making sunscreens esthetically pleasing (so consumers will use them); and the lack of international harmonization in UV filters, UVA testing and labeling. These issues are not new, so why are they not yet resolved? Perhaps because regulations and consumer demand are moving targets, which are difficult to hit. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:51:19 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/biology/138568279.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/biology/138568279.html Vitamin D is critical to human health and the best source is from natural UVB light. However, contrary to the benefits gained are the well-documented damaging effects of sun exposure. In response, described here as a complementary approach to sun care is the development of an accurate gauge of UV exposure to produce optimum levels of vitamin D before sunburn results. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:54:24 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/biology/138567924.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/biology/138567924.html Consumers are becoming more aware of the evenness of their skin tone, and it has become an important concern. Consequently, the primary focus of anti-aging skin care has shifted from reducing wrinkles to evening out skin pigmentation Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:50:42 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/138567454.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/138567454.html This article reviews the mechanisms of ultraviolet radiation insult to skin and explains the formulation of sunscreens to protect against this damage. Further, since the efficacy of combinations of UV filters will vary with formulation base, the formula vehicle and form are discussed, as well as an overview given of typical sunscreen efficacy tests performed prior to production. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:43:30 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/apdeo/138567149.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/apdeo/138567149.html Within the realm of natural and organic personal care products, deodorants and antiperspirants loom large simply because the overall category itself is very large in any retail health and beauty aids planogram. These two related products—i.e., antiperspirants and deodorants (AP/Deo)—are fraternal twins joined at the axilla that perform in this same anatomical arena using some of the same tricks. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:39:30 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/ingredient/uvfilter/138566919.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/ingredient/uvfilter/138566919.html Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate (EHMC) is among the most frequently used organic ultraviolet (UV) filters, known primarily for its role as an active ingredient in sunscreen products. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:35:59 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/patents/138439444.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/patents/138439444.html Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to sun care and UV protection, as well as reversing the effects of UV damage. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:11:17 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/uvfilters/138148143.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/uvfilters/138148143.html “Science Exposed” is a new column aimed at digging into industry controversies to strip them down to the scientific facts. Here, sun protection expert Brian Diffey, PhD DSc, critiques the current SPF test method. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:37:14 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/ingredient/pigment/138040843.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/ingredient/pigment/138040843.html Tony O'Lenick collaborated with Nick Morante to develop a four-part series of the "Comparatively Speaking" column that focuses on color. This is the second in the series, where Morante helps explain the difference between a dye and a pigment. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:10:53 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/antiaging/137983848.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/antiaging/137983848.html This online-only "Read the Label" reviews finished products to discuss why specific ingredients were used in the formulations. Here, Dr. Brandt's Glow Ruby Crystal Retinol Hydracrème is discussed. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:50:24 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/patents/137571098.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/patents/137571098.html Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to cleansing skin and hair. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:05:40 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/color/137053048.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/color/137053048.html Tony O'Lenick collaborated with Nick Morante to develop a four-part series of the "Comparatively Speaking" column that focuses on color. This is the first in the series, where Morante helps explain the difference between spectral color and perceived color. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:09:16 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/136962768.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/suncare/136962768.html Sun care formulating poses several challenges to product developers. Cosmetics & Toiletries recently asked, “What are the biggest challenges in sun care formulating?” Following are your responses. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:39:21 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/networking/eventcoverage/136825858.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/networking/eventcoverage/136825858.html This year’s Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase, held on Dec. 8–9, 2011, at the New York Hilton and Towers Hotel by the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC), not only highlighted the latest raw materials, it also gave insight on developments for future active makeup, hand hygiene products and polymer architectures. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:48:16 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/methodsprocesses/136824803.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/methodsprocesses/136824803.html Previously, the theory explaining emulsion behavior was based on the equilibrium contact angle of the particle at the interface; however, Vinothan N. Manoharan, PhD, and his team at Harvard believe the time allowed for the system to reach equilibrium and the force pushing the particle to the interface are equally as important. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:32:08 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/natural/136771368.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/natural/136771368.html Are we tired yet of the word sustainability? I know I am (although I blatantly used it in the headline). Colleagues from the Midwest Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists and I recently debated this as we planned an education session and considered this topic. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:39:21 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/testing/invitro/136771078.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/testing/invitro/136771078.html To evaluate the comprehensive effects of shine and color intensity in hair, a hair color vibrance factor has been developed to enable new claims for hair dye formulas and after-dye treatments. Experimental results described here show how varying the ingredients in shine spray and hair dye formulas affect this factor and correlate with subjective panelist assessments. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:33:43 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/region/northamerica/136770808.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/regulatory/region/northamerica/136770808.html Canada has had many regulatory changes to its chemicals, drugs and most recently, to its cosmetics. This column will discuss those regulatory changes, beginning with the most urgent. In addition, this column will highlight new comments published by Health Canada, in conjunction with Advertising Standards Canada, on acceptable and unacceptable cosmetic claims. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:29:22 GMT http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/skincare/136766638.html http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/formulating/category/skincare/136766638.html According to George Deckner, research fellow at Procter and Gamble (P&G), the key to being an innovative formulator is knowing material science. “Materials are what lead formulation innovation. The formulation stuff is easy to get when you understand material science.” Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:43:54 GMT