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May 25

Cosmetic preservation with green chemistry, why and how

By Barbara Olioso natural preservatives

A few days ago I was pleased to give a talk on cosmetic preservation using green chemistry to NOHBA, the Natural and Organic Health Alliance in the US. NOHBA is an organization committed to educate about natural and organic beauty to create a more sustainable…

Jan 20

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The Handbook for Cosmetic Preservation is here

By Barbara Olioso Formulations, natural preservatives

I'm very excited to announce that my new book, the 'Handbook for Cosmetic Preservation' is finally available. It is the result of over 20 years experience in the beauty industry working on alternative preservative systems for cosmetics. The handbook's aim is to help people in…

Apr 04

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What does clean beauty mean?

By Barbara Olioso Formulations

Clean beauty has become such a buzz word today, yet there are many takes on how to go about it and what it is. Here is my view on the story and meaning of clean beauty. How clean beauty started - human evolution and free…

Nov 20

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What is natural in the twenty first century?

By Barbara Olioso Ingredients, Trends

What is natural in the twenty first century? To me this is the key question the cosmetic industry faces today. "Natural" is very much a magic word for the general public, a green label that inspires trust and safety. However technology has evolved dramatically, affecting…

Aug 12

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How much does a beauty business cost to set up?

By Barbara Olioso Business, Formulations

This is probably the most common question I get asked:.how much does a beauty business cost? It is also a sign of how many people are thinking about developing their own beauty business. In fact DIY beauty products workshops are very trendy at the moment.…

Jul 10

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Cosmetic market trends

By Barbara Olioso Formulations, Trends

Many people within the cosmetic industry asks the question "what is next?" or "what is trendy?" Let's have a look at a cosmetic market trends in relation to a few beauty products Face moisturisers In the UK this is a classic skin care item many women can…

May 15

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Affordable Natural Skincare: dream or reality?

By Barbara Olioso Trends

I was reading an interesting article about the efficacy of cheap natural cosmetics. I have to say I have come across several examples lately so I decided it is time to write about affordable natural skincare. As a natural and organic cosmetic formulator i'm really surprised…

May 08

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Organic fake tan: dream or reality?

By Barbara Olioso Ingredients

The word organic is very reassuring, giving us a feeling of safety and health. So when it comes to artificially change the colour of our skin we love the thought of getting it with organic fake tan. But is it a reality or not? let's…

Apr 28

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Natural nail varnish: dream or reality?

By Barbara Olioso Trends

Nail varnish is very trendy at the moment, being on a budget and great fun. You can combine the nail varnish colour and style with your clothes or mood. When I use it makes me feel really playful. Nail design has also now become an experiential form of art with no equals. Given the…

Mar 26

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Natural solutions for blackheads and acne prone skin

By Barbara Olioso Trends

Blackheads are like the undesired fruit your skin produces when its pores get clogged trapping sebum in. Dead skin cells block the pore, sebum builds up getting oxidised at the same time and developing the characteristic hard black top and yellow /grey body or comedone.…

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Cosmetic preservation with green chemistry, why and how

The Handbook for Cosmetic Preservation is here

What does clean beauty mean?

What is natural in the twenty first century?

How much does a beauty business cost to set up?

Cosmetic market trends

Affordable Natural Skincare: dream or reality?

Organic fake tan: dream or reality?

Natural nail varnish: dream or reality?

Natural solutions for blackheads and acne prone skin

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