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Surfactant solubilisation and turbidity: challenges for the formulation of foaming productsSubscribers only

Surfactants are amphiphilic molecules, meaning they have both a hydrophilic (water-soluble) part and a lipophilic (fat-soluble) part. Thanks to this dual nature, they play a key role in the formulation of many products, particularly foaming products, by reducing the interfacial tension between liquids and enabling the formation of stable foams. However, during the formulation of these products, cloudiness may occur due to poor solubilization of the surfactants, regardless of the presence of othe...

Water in cosmeticsSubscribers only

World Water Day will be celebrated on March 22, 2025. Essential for nature, essential for humans, water is also essential for the cosmetics industry. Estelle Dehier, from Labosphère, has therefore chosen to celebrate it too.

“Cosmetics” for animalsSubscribers only

Is it a misnomer to talk about “cosmetics” for animals? Estelle Dehier, from Labosphère, sheds light on the regulations governing hygiene and care products for our four-legged friends. How can we separate fact from fiction in what we read on websites, blogs, etc.?

Dupes: when consumers are misled!Subscribers only

In recent years, we have seen a tidal wave of foreign sales platforms such as Wish, Ali Express, Temu, and Shein offering items in all categories at unbeatable prices. All industrial sectors are affected, including cosmetics. Analysis by Estelle Dehier of Labosphère.

Artificial intelligence for cosmetic safety assessmentSubscribers only

In a context of increasing computerisation of scientific and regulatory practices, artificial intelligence (AI) is gradually establishing itself as a promising tool for assessing the safety of cosmetic products. But how far can it go without compromising the rigour and responsibilities of stakeholders?
Thursday, January 14, 2021
A short regulatory tour of the world for formulatorsSubscribers only
When we develop a cosmetic product, we think about galenics, texture, technical constraints, efficiency… but not only that! The formulator must also t...
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Gemmology: a stone in the cosmetic edificeSubscribers only
Today’s cosmetics industry prides itself on regularly creating new concepts or inventing new positioning. Nowadays, it is common to find, in the so-ca...
Thursday, December 3, 2020
The different challenges of solid cosmeticsSubscribers only
When we talk about solid cosmetics, we know that the consumer who is going to buy and use these products is motivated by curiosity to discover new gal...
Thursday, November 26, 2020
The toxicologist expert... for the safety of all!Subscribers only
The use of cosmetics is universal and certainly dates back to ancient times. In contemporary times, the use of cosmetics is taking off with the scient...
Monday, November 16, 2020
Upcycling, as seen by Jean-Claude Le JoliffSubscribers only
Upcycling, the process of recovering unused or waste raw materials and transforming them into value-added ingredients, is a current trend. As is often...
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Solid cosmetics: manufacturing processes and challenges for the formulatorSubscribers only
Cosmetic products in solid form are more than a fashion, they are a market reality. As a reminder, in four years, the market for solid cosmetics has i...
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Introduction to solid cosmeticsSubscribers only
More than a trend, today solid cosmetics is a market reality. What are the products most commonly found in this form? What are the “new” care rituals ...
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Natural cosmetics: the consumer's vision, the formulator's challengeSubscribers only
In our first article on naturalness, we felt it was important and above all necessary to reframe the use of the word “natural” or “natural origin”, wi...
Monday, July 20, 2020
The place of essential oils in the Covid-19 crisisSubscribers only
Since the beginning of 2020, the SARS-COV-2 viral epidemic has spread so rapidly that on March 11, the WHO declared it a pandemic. To date, nearly 10 ...
Monday, July 13, 2020
Looking for a natural product? Okay, but which natural?Subscribers only
All the market research agencies say it: the Covid-19 crisis did not really give rise to new trends, but it strongly amplified all those that already ...
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
The Barbara Gould Saga, by Jean-Claude Le JoliffSubscribers only
The saga of old brands is a captivating exercise, often difficult because little is recorded and even less accessible. When you’re lucky enough to hav...
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Liposomes, by Jean-Claude Le JoliffSubscribers only
According to recent studies, efficacy remains one of the key criteria for assessing cosmetic products. Beyond the natural, organic or vegan characteri...
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