Cosmetic science is a constantly evolving, ever-changing world. Changes come from consumer preferences, but they are always flavored by chemistry, formulating, regulatory and legal disciplines. The formulation of consumer acceptable, high performance personal care products is one of the most challenging undertakings for a chemist. The industry has undergone a metamorphosis in recent years, and the challenge of adapting one's methodology to this evolution pervades every aspect of cosmetic science application.
Chemists must keep up to date with the available technology to respond to the new market needs. This includes not only formulating techniques, but basic science. Armed with the proper knowledge, raw materials become formulator-friendly and formulations become multifunctional. Topics include:
- Preservatives
- Emulsions
- Sunscreens
- Hair Care
- Polymer/Physical Chemistry
- Skin Care
- Green Chemistry
- Formulating Tips
Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., has more than 30 years of experience in innovative personal care ingredients. He is president of Siltech LLC, a company he founded in 1989, specializing in functional silicones and specialty surfactants. O'Lenick has five published books, more than 40 technical articles and is the inventor of more than 260 patents.
Other books published by this author/editor:
“[Formulating Strategies in Cosmetic Science] organized by XV sections divided in 71 different chapters, give to formulators all the technical information necessary to expand their knowledge on the science and art of personal care, from raw materials to regulations…”
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—P. Morganti
Editor in Chief
Journal of Applied Cosmetology
"This informative collection provides cosmetic technology professionals with invaluable knowledge from well-known industry experts."
—Rachel Chapman
Senior Editor
Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine
