Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews Archives

01 Mar

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Inspirational

Exploring Bisabolol: A Soothing Skincare Superstar

June 1, 2024
By Philip Montgomery

When I first began studying chemistry, I was immediately drawn to the allure of plant-based materials. I was fas...

19 Jun

Advanced Topics, Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics, Inspirational

How to Select the Right Hyaluronic Acid

June 19, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

Hyaluronic Acid: What Is Molecular Weight and Why Does It Matter? H...

14 Jun

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics, Inspirational

Natural Extracts in Cosmetics – Do They Work?

June 14, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

For centuries, people have turned to botanical extracts to treat a wide variety of ailments and to provide benefi...

29 May

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics, Inspirational

Plant Stem Cells in Cosmetics – Are they Worth the Hype?

May 30, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

Plant Stem Cells: What Are They, and Are They Worth the Hype? Some ...

17 May

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Inspirational

Cupuacu Butter vs. Mango Butter – Which is Better?

May 14, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

As a cosmetics formulator, I place special value on natural ingredients. Not only does it have marketing appeal ...

14 May

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Inspirational

Shea Butter has a Cousin! The Pros & Cons of Nilotica Shea Butter

May 14, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

You are probably already familiar with shea butter. Its moisturizing and soothing qualities make it a favorite i...

07 May

Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics, Inspirational

How to Make Gelled Oils: Ointments for Hydration

May 7, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

I’m often called upon to help someone with balm formulations. Balms (thickened mixtures of oils) can be very sim...

12 Apr

Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics

Secrets Unlocked: How to Get the Best Out of Chelating Agents

April 22, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

The Importance of Chelating Agents One aspect of formulatin...

20 Mar

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews

Allantoin: A Hidden Gem for Skincare Formulators

March 24, 2023
By Philip Montgomery

One of the keys to success in skincare is to set yourself apart from your competitors. What does your product of...

01 Feb

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews, Formulation topics

How To Formulate with Vitamin E

March 24, 2023
By Admin

HOW TO FORMULATE WITH VITAMIN E Vitamin E is a fat-soluble ...

20 Nov

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews

8 Ingredients that Enhance Active Penetration

March 24, 2023
By Admin

When formulating high-end products, high potent actives aren't the only factors to consider, your formulation nee...

01 Jul

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews

SEA BUCKTHORN OIL – INGREDIENT REVIEW

July 21, 2020
By Onyeka Ark

Sea Buckthorn oil is a red-orange oil derived from either the fruit or the seed of the sea buckthorn plant. It is...

11 Jun

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews

Mushrooms in Cosmetics

June 30, 2020
By Ravneet Kaur

Mushrooms make a star ingredient on the dining table. But did you also know that mushroom benefits for skin are a...

17 May

Blog, Cosmetic Ingredient Reviews

A Botanical Alternative to Retinol – Phyto-Retinol

March 24, 2023
By Onyeka Ark

There is a botanical alternative to retinol. Phyto-Retinol? When you hear that there is an extract that can repla...