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What is Tricalcium Phosphate?
August 08, 2019

Tricalcium phosphate is a calcium salt of phosphoric acid that is commonly used as an ingredient in food products and nutritional supplements. In food manufacturing, tricalcium phosphate performs a variety of functions.

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Laureth-4 & Laureth-23: Multipurpose Ingredients for Cosmetics & Personal Care Products
July 30, 2019

Laureth-4 and Laureth-23 are polyoxyethers of lauryl alcohol that are used in cosmetics and personal care products. Both Laureth-4 and Laureth-23 function as surfactants and emulsifiers, and are ideal for bath & body products such as shampoos and body washes.

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Independent Chemical Offers Carbomer 940
July 22, 2019

Carbomer 940 is a white powder, crosslinked polyvinyl carboxy polymer that is used as a viscosity enhancer, gelling agent, and suspension agent. It is used primarily in product formulations where sparkling clarity or a sharp viscosity response is required. Carbomer 940 will impart softness and glide comparable to glycols when added to formulations and is ideal for applications such as clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, and creams.

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Is Sodium Benzoate Safe in Cosmetics?
July 17, 2019

Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid that is found naturally in cranberries, prunes, plums, apples, and other fruits. It is used in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products where it acts as a corrosion inhibitor, fragrance ingredient, and preservative. Overall, sodium benzoate is one of the most reliable ingredients on the market and very safe for consumers.

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Mineral Waxes for Personal Care Products
July 10, 2019

Mineral waxes used in cosmetics include ozokerite, ceresin, paraffin, and microcrystalline wax. Ozokerite and ceresin wax are derived from coal and shale, while paraffin and microcrystalline wax are derived from petroleum. Emulsifying wax, synthetic wax, and synthetic beeswax are manufactured waxes. All these waxes are used in a wide range of cosmetics and personal care products.

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Why Zinc Should Be Part of Your Skin Care Regimen
June 27, 2019

Zinc is an essential element for many biological processes and is present within every cell in your body. It plays an important role in supporting immune system function, digestion, protein synthesis, and the healing process. Here are some of the ways that zinc can benefit your skin.

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