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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…

Aug 26

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Formulating vegan cosmetics

By Barbara Olioso Formulations

Am I mistaken or vegan cosmetics are becoming as popular as organic? when I go to green trade shows I see exhibitors promoting the vegan concept growing like mushrooms. In fact there is an increase in demand in vegan cosmetics. As a cosmetic formulator I wonder…

Jul 03

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Cosmetic product development

By Barbara Olioso Formulations

Cosmetic product development is a real maze, plenty of directions to take, every decision you take at the beginning has a domino effect on final results including costs. That is why before you enter the maze of cosmetics development you need to spend some time to…

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Cosmetic preservation with green chemistry, why and how

The Handbook for Cosmetic Preservation is here

Formulating vegan cosmetics

Cosmetic product development

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