The Eco Well podcast
A Cosmetics Formulation 101 with Ava Perkins
Mar 3, 2024
Ava Perkins, a cosmetic chemist, discusses ingredient types, surfactants, preservatives, and pH in cosmetics. The podcast covers challenges faced by influencers, misconceptions about preservatives, role of emulsifiers in formulations, solubilizers for clarity, cindent bars formulation, and sunscreen formulation hurdles.
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Quick takeaways
- Formulating sunscreens can be challenging due to UV filter limitations and stability issues.
- Understanding ingredient categories is crucial for creating effective skincare products.
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Challenges in Formulating Skincare
Formulating skincare products, especially sunscreens, can be challenging due to limitations on UV filters, complex issues with stability, and regulatory constraints. In the US, formulators face restrictions on UV filter choices and concentrations. Additionally, creating sunscreens with high UVA protection is difficult. Other products like cleansers may require careful consideration of surfactant concentrations and ingredients to ensure efficacy and user acceptance.
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