Contents include: Phase behaviour of amphiphile, water, oil system; HLB of amphiphile; solubilization, microemulsions and emulsion; formation, structure and preparation conditions of microemulsions; ultrafine emulsion preparation; control of droplet size; stability.

Contents include: General introduction to underarm technology; governmental regulations; understanding of underarm actives; antiperspirant active salts; clinical evaluation methods, and formulation and delivery systems.

Contents include: Microbial contamination; plant sanitation; GMP’s and house organisms; preservatives; efficacy test methods and acceptance criteria; cosmetics that counteract conditions caused by microorganisms; effects on skin physiology; harmonization of test methods; and self-preserving cosmetics.

This monograph describes monographs of preparation and basic properties of cosmetic macroemulsions. It deals with the basic principles and practice rather than the theory of emulsification, and recommends methods for overcoming many of the problems encountered during formulation. It is intended to answer questions raised by the inexperienced formulator and to introduce the better versed to some of the intricacies of emulsion development.

Contents include: Sections on the nature, creation, preservation and stability of emulsions.

The application of rheology, the study of flow, in many different industries has been steadily increasing. The IFSCC has recognized the need for a practical review of this discipline with cosmetic rheology in mind. It is hoped that by promoting a more widespread understanding of the underlying principles of rheology, cosmetic science itself may be advanced.

Contents include: Introduction to rheology; using cosmetic rheology; rheological additives; instrumentation; and interpreting rheological profiles.

This monograph deals with the practical rather than the theoretical aspects of stability tests on cosmetic products. It is intended to provide guidance for the chemist or technician in the laboratory. It particularly recommends clear identification of the precise objectives and thoughtful planning of each test so as to achieve major economies of time and effort.

Contents include: General introduction to, and objectives and principles of, stability testing; test conditions; selection of samples; and product shelflife.

Designed as a laboratory aid to cosmetic scientists who require an overview of product evaluation, the monograph presents a framework, illustrated by examples, of the principles of product evaluation. The examples aim to help the nonstatistician and nonexpert to understand and use the techniques described.

Contents include: General introduction to product evaluation; subjective and objective evaluation; and examples of specialty product testing.