The personal care industry is one of the fastest-growing consumer markets in the world, generating hundreds of billions of dollars annually. This growth comes with heightened pressure on global...
Formulation Chemistry
Formulating for Shine and Strength: The Science Behind Rich, Rinse-Out Hair Masks
Where Chemistry Meets Sensory Experience A high-performance hair mask is more than a collection of conditioning agents — it’s a controlled balance of cationic chemistry, lamellar structure, and...
How High-Performance Polymers Are Revamping Cosmetic Formulations
The personal care and cosmetics industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation. Consumers no longer settle for products that merely feel pleasant — they demand formulations that deliver...
Benzene-Free Carbomers: Preparing for the USP Ban and FDA Compliance by 2026
Carbomers are workhorse excipients in the pharmaceutical and over-the-counter (OTC) industries, providing thickening, gelling, and stabilizing functionality that formulators rely on to deliver safe,...
How U.S. Chemical Manufacturing Drives Innovation in Clean Beauty
The beauty industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade through the emergence of Clean Beauty — a movement emphasizing sustainable products free from harmful chemicals...
Renewable Ingredients for the Sustainable Cosmetic Formulator
As sustainability becomes a core value in the personal care industry, packaging usually takes center stage, but another critical area of focus is ingredient sourcing. A recent survey reveals that...
Innovations in Well-Aging Personal Care Formulations
The global demand for well-aging cosmetics is on the rise, with the market projected to reach over $65 billion by 2032 (1). This growth is driven by an aging population seeking effective solutions...
A “Complete” Overhaul to European, Latin American, and ASEAN Sunscreen Formulation
Formulating a sunscreen that caters to the distinct preferences and regulatory requirements of both European and Latin American markets is no easy task. The journey from concept to consumer-ready...
Navigating the Viscosity: The Impact of Rheology Modifiers in Formulation Chemistry and Personal Care
Understood as the sculptors of texture, stability and performance, rheology modifiers quietly shape the essence of countless everyday products in formulation chemistry and personal care. These...
Unlocking the Secret Ingredients: Emulsifiers in Cosmetic Formulations
In the dynamic world of cosmetic formulation, one element is particularly enigmatic. We're talking about emulsifiers – a core ingredient behind the smooth, stable, and luxurious textures of your...













