Secrets Unlocked: How to Get the Best Out of Chelating Agents
The Importance of Chelating Agents
One aspect of formulatin...
12
Apr
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05
Apr
Why Fermented Skincare is the Next Big Thing
When we hear the word “fermented”, the first thing that comes to mind is food such as yogurt, kimchi, miso, or ko...
31
Mar
How to Preserve Oil-Based Products – Mould is Disastrous!
Preservation of Oil-based Products: Mold is Tenacious
As a cosmetics fo...
24
Mar
Delivery System in Cosmetics – how it can elevate your formulations
One of the key challenges in formulating skincare products is to ensure that the active ingredient/s used in the formula serve their purpose on the skin. There are many considerations that need to be taken which are not limited to just the choice of active ingredient/s but their compatibility with the base formula and other excipients used as well
20
Mar
Allantoin: A Hidden Gem for Skincare Formulators
One of the keys to success in skincare is to set yourself apart from your competitors. What does your product of...
05
May
How to Treat Dark Knees, Knuckles & Elbows
Darker knees, elbows and knuckles are the result of hyper-production of melanin in those areas. This skin conditi...
18
Sep
Over-Exfoliating with AHA’s
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) is one of the best resurfacing and invigorating treatments you can give your skin! The...
25
Jul
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Jul
How to Activate Your Skin For Supple Radiance
There are several factors that can change the way our skin behaves and the way it responds to products. These fac...
11
May
Skin Colour Disorders and How to Treat Them
Melanin pigment is the natural polymeric molecule that imparts colour to our skin. It is a granular pigment produ...
08
Apr
Moisture Overdose – How to Prevent Millia
Moisturizer overdose? Yes, there is such a thing as a moisturizer overdose. Chances are, you may have already experienced it at least o...
01
Feb
How To Formulate with Vitamin E
HOW TO FORMULATE WITH VITAMIN E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble ...
20
Nov
8 Ingredients that Enhance Active Penetration
When formulating high-end products, high potent actives aren't the only factors to consider, your formulation nee...
16
Sep
7 Timeless Secrets to Glowing Skin
Timeless Secrets to Glowing Skin
A beautiful, spotless, glowing skin is the dream of many. Perhaps you too dream of timeless youth and ...
21
Jul
7 Ancient Indian Secrets for Beautiful Skin
Beauty is skin deep. When it comes to skincare, you cannot ignore ancient Indian beauty secrets, can you? Indian ...
06
Jul
7 Ancient Indian Secrets for Beautiful Hair
What is the secret behind the long, beautiful, and dark hair of Indian women? If you crave for beautiful bouncy l...
06
Jul
Global Cosmetic Trends in 2020
It’s been a year of uncertainties due to the coronavirus pandemic that has shaken the whole world. However, the b...
01
Jul
SEA BUCKTHORN OIL – INGREDIENT REVIEW
Sea Buckthorn oil is a red-orange oil derived from either the fruit or the seed of the sea buckthorn plant. It is...