A £200 per tonne plastic tax will come into effect from the 1st April 2022 in the UK, what does it mean for our industry and how can we minimise the impact of this tax?Continue reading
Motusflex®: A New Carbomer Alternative from Clariant
Carbomers impart a silky feel to topical pharmaceutical formulations, but they do require neutralisation to do so. Chemlink are pleased to introduce a high-efficacy alternative to carbomers which require no neutrilisation, simply add to water!Continue reading
Formulating personal care products into soluble packaging
Soluble packaging is being used more and more for personal care products. So why use soluble packaging, and what challenges does it present to personal care formulators?Continue reading
Natural oils: why specific carbon chains are chosen for certain surfactant properties
We are often asked why we are using a certain surfactant for an application. Invariably the answer is down to the carbon chain length distribution of the hydrophobe (i.e. the base oil). In this article Norman Lowe, our Senior Group Technical Manager, explains why.Continue reading
An Overview of Biodegradability
We’re all familiar with the concept of biodegradability by now, and we’re used to being asked if an ingredient or product is biodegradable. But what does the term ‘biodegradability’ mean, and how is it tested?Continue reading
Mackadet® OPR-2: a fully biodegradable opacifier made from renewable ingredients
Mackadet® OPR-2 is a bio-based opacifier that offers a fantastic alternative to synthetic acrylate-based ingredients. It is made from renewable ingredients, fully biodegradable and comes as a cold processable concentrate.Continue reading
Introducing Actizone™ F5 24h Disinfectant Cleaner
If you’re looking to enter the new long-lasting disinfection business, this new product from Solvay could be your key.Continue reading
Rejuvenating Water Gel Mask From Clariant
Have you tried Clariant’s new rejuvenating gel mask formula? It’s been created to quench thirsty skin, using star ingredients with outstanding benefits. Read on to download the formula, find out more about the ingredients, and request your samples.
Eye Care In A Pandemic: Dolcevia & Eyedren
With many people now needing to wear face masks all day long while at work or out and about, it’s no surprise that eyes have become more important than ever as a means of expressing ourselves. So personal care brands are now embracing new and effective eye care formulations that will help soothe tired eyes and boost confidence.
HI&I Fragrances – Spa, Bakery and Festive Collections Available Now
Household, industrial and institutional cleaning is high on the agenda right now, so there’s a real opportunity for HI&I formulators to create something special by using unique and high quality fragrances.