Cosmetic &
Toiletry Development
John Woodruff
john.woodruff@creative-developments.co.uk
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A Basic Guide to
Formulating Cosmetics & Toiletries
What is a cosmetic?
Understanding product briefs
From concept to product formulation
Sources of information
EU cosmetic regulations
The global marketplace
Cost effective formulation
Product stability & preservation
Example formulation techniques john.woodruff@creative-developments.co.uk 2
A Basic Guide to
Formulating Cosmetics & Toiletries
What is a cosmetic?
Understanding product briefs
From concept to product formulation
Sources of information
EU cosmetic regulations
The global marketplace
Cost effective formulation
Product stability & preservation
Example formulation techniques john.woodruff@creative-developments.co.uk 3
What is a cosmetic product?
European Regulations specify 6 functions for cosmetic products, namely:to perfume to clean to change the appearance to protect to keep in good condition to correct body odours john.woodruff@creative-developments.co.uk 4
To perfume
Perfume
Toilet waters
Mists & sprays
Aromatherapy preparations
Bath additives
Shower gels
These products should not penetrate the skin but perfume compounds including essential oils may do so.
Deodorants
Body lotions
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To clean
Soap
Syndet bars
Bath additives
Shower gels
Cleansing emulsions
Scrubs
Cleansing masks
Shampoos
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These products should not penetrate the skin but they do affect the skin surface (Stratum corneum – SC), they can remove skin lipids, affect skin barrier properties, increase cell turn oer, change
- v pH & cause loss of moisture 6
To change the appearance
Decorative cosmetics
Foundation creams
These products should
Blushers
not penetrate the skin.
Lipsticks & eye shadows
Fake tans
Cover fine lines &