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LATEST INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
4D Printing – the extra dimension
For decades, additive manufacturing (AM) has focused on optimising three-dimensional spatial architectures, optimising strength-to-weight ratios … Continued
How Paint is Formulated
A paint batch can look fine in the can and still fail where it matters: … Continued
Best Practices for Formulating with Niacinamide
Why Niacinamide Matters to Formulators Unlike many trend-driven cosmetic actives, niacinamide offers multiple benefits across … Continued
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS ARCHIVE
The plastics industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by increasing demand for sustainable materials and a global push to reduce reliance on fossil resources. For chemists and formulators working with flexible materials, bio-based Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs) represent a groundbreaking … Continued
In the dynamic world of material science, coatings play a critical role in enhancing performance, durability, and aesthetics across countless applications. As industries increasingly demand more sustainable and high-performance solutions, two innovative areas have emerged at the forefront: ceramic coatings … Continued
Course Duration: 51 minutes Cost: $99 Access E Course > Course Overview In the beauty and personal care industry, product stability is a brand safeguard, a regulatory expectation, and a core driver of consumer trust. Cosmetic Stability Testing: Principles, Standards … Continued
The personal care and cosmetics sector is experiencing the most significant regulatory overhaul since 1938, primarily driven by the implementation of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) in the US and the swift, complex evolution of the … Continued
The food and beverage industry is navigating a critical regulatory phase characterized by two powerful, converging forces: government-led safety and transparency mandates (like traceability and additive bans) and a consumer-led demand for wellness, clean labels, and sustainable nutrition. For formulators, … Continued