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A new law opens the door to a speedier approval process for new sunscreen actives; many of which have long been available to consumers outside of the U.S. In the U.S., sunscreen actives are regulated … [Read More...]
The technology showcase poster session presents new ingredients, methods/instrumentation, and formulation technology relevant to the personal care industry. It is held in conjunction with the annual … [Read More...]
Polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) microbeads have long been used in personal care products for their exfoliating properties, but overwhelming evidence shows the harmful effects these PP and PE … [Read More...]
Silicones have been widely used in 2-in-1 conditioning shampoos since the launch of Pert Plus by Procter and Gamble in 1987. They provide exceptional wet comb properties, and they don’t negatively … [Read More...]