Overview

Organized on a product category basis, this volume provides an up-to-date review of the cosmetics and toiletries industry in a readily digestible form. Authors discuss the rationale of raw materials selection, the formulation and development of products that meet the demands of an international market place, product performances, and safety and quality aspects.

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Author:   S.D. Williams ,  W.H. Schmitt
Publisher:   Springer
Imprint:   Springer
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.539kg
ISBN:  

9789401050074

ISBN 10:   9401050074
Pages:   331
Publication Date:   29 October 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1 Raw materials.- 1.1 Introduction.- 1.2 Basic surfactants.- 1.3 Mild anionic surfactants.- 1.4 Amphoteric surfactants.- 1.5 Non-ionic surfactants.- 1.6 Shampoo additives.- 1.7 Cationic surfactants.- 1.8 Oil components.- 1.9 Waxes.- 1.10 Silicone oils.- 1.11 Cream bases.- 1.12 Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsifiers.- 1.13 Water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifiers.- 1.14 Humectants.- 1.15 Aerosol propellants.- References.- 2 Hair-care products.- 2.1 Introduction.- 2.2 Hair: structure and chemistry.- 2.3 Shampoos.- 2.4 Conditioners.- 2.5 Styling aids.- 2.6 Setting lotions.- 2.7 Other styling aids in spray form.- 2.8 Hair gels.- 2.9 Styling creams and glazes.- 2.10 Hair oils/brilliantines/pomades/styling waxes.- 2.11 Hair creams.- 2.12 Permanent waving.- 2.13 Bleaches.- 2.14 Hair dyes.- 2.15 Product evaluation and testing.- 2.16 Summary.- References.- 3 Skin-care products.- 3.1 Introduction.- 3.2 Anatomy and physiology of the skin.- 3.3 Test methods.- 3.4 Formulation.- 3.5 Skin cleansers.- 3.6 Moisturizers.- 3.7 Anti-ageing products.- 3.8 Sunscreen products.- 3.9 Acne.- References.- 4 Color cosmetics.- 4.1 Introduction.- 4.2 Lip color.- 4.3 Nail polish.- 4.4 Face make-up.- 4.5 Eye make-up.- 4.6 Color coating.- 4.7 General considerations.- Further reading.- 5 Baby care.- 5.1 Introduction.- 5.2 Specific basic requirements for baby products.- 5.3 Product types and their presentation.- 5.4 Raw materials for baby products.- 5.5 Developmental pathways.- 5.6 Product evaluation.- 5.7 Product safety requirement.- 5.8 Product preservation.- 5.9 Product stability.- 5.10 Manufacture and quality control.- Reference.- Further reading.- 6 Ethnic products.- 6.1 Introduction.- 6.2 Hair structures.- 6.3 Skin characteristics.- 6.4 Hair products.- 6.5 Skin products.- 6.6 General practical considerations.- Further reading.- 7 Dental products.- 7.1 Introduction.- 7.2 The human dentition and its environment.- 7.3 Oral accretions and conditions.- 7.4 The toothbrush and other mechanical aids.- 7.5 Active agents.- 7.6 Dentifrices.- 7.7 Oral rinses.- 7.8 Specialty products.- 8 Perfumery.- 8.1 Introduction.- 8.2 Fragrance—a definition.- 8.3 Role of fragrance.- 8.4 Perfumery raw materials.- 8.5 Development of a fragrance.- 8.6 The current market in fine fragrance.- 8.7 Odour types.- 8.8 Technical performance of perfumes.- 8.9 Stability testing.- 8.10 Compounding.- 8.11 Quality control.- 8.12 Special additives.- 8.13 Glossary of odour descriptors.- Further reading.- 9 Personal hygiene products.- 9.1 Introduction.- 9.2 Soap and other solid bathing products.- 9.3 Liquid bathing and showering products.- 9.4 Antiperspirants and deodorants.- References.- 10 Quality, safety and legislation.- 10.1 Introduction to quality.- 10.2 Definition of quality.- 10.3 Inspection.- 10.4 Prevention.- 10.5 Total quality.- 10.6 The new thinking.- 10.7 Quality standards and guides.- 10.8 Legislation.- 10.9 General considerations.- References.- Further reading.- Appendices.- Appendix I List of suppliers.- Appendix II Useful addresses.

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