SWSCC Newsletter - July 2015 - Southwest Chapter of the Society

2015 Southwest
Officers
Volume
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Issue 2
http://www.swscc.org/
Chair:
Mauricio Castro
Mary Kay Inc.
Mauricio.Castro@mkcorp.com
Chair Elect:
Jacklin Hoffelt
Coast Southwest
jvhoffelt@coastsouthwest.com
Secretary:
Rita Cabrera
Goodier
rcabrera@goodiercosmetics.com
Treasurer:
Alison Nally
Essential Ingredients
alisonnally@
essentialingredients.com
Treasurer-Elect:
Mary Miller
Mary Kay Inc.
Mary.Miller@mkcorp.com
Photo from Texas Tourism
2015 SWSCC Educational Day
Date— September 24th, 2015
Times— 8:30—4:00
Place— Omni Park West
More details to come soon on our 2015
Educational Day and our December 2015 Holiday
Party—Sparkle!
Area III Directors:
Michelle Hines
Michelle.hines@mkcorp.com
Liz Streland
liz.streland@croda.com
Newsletter Editor:
Table of Contents
Alison Nally
Essential Ingredients
alisonnally@
Essentialingredients.com
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Page 19—National SCC
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SOCIETY OF
COSMETIC CHEMISTS
April 2015
Monthly Meeting
Coyote Ridge CC
1640 W Hebron Pky
Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 303-395-3456
Formulating Anhydrous Sunscreen products that Applies Clear on Skin that
is Wet.
Dr. H. M. Fares,
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
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2015 SWSCC
Golf Outing
1st Place Team
Mary Miller
David Johnson
Shelley Strowd
James Williams
Donors and Sponsors
Ashland
BASF
Coast Southwest
Dien Inc
Essential Ingredients
GMZ
Integrity
Lipscomb
Nexeo
Prinova
Silicones Plus
Specialty Premier
Viachem
2nd Place Team
Bruce Sperling
Chris Spencer
Kyle Sute
Todd Eldridge
3rd Place
Kyle Einhorn
Chuck Whitley
Steve Thomas
Men’s Long Drive—Kyle Sute
Women’s Long Drive—Kendall Johnson
Men’s Closest to the Pin—
Robert Hendrickson
Women’s Closest to the Pin—
Diane Tramontana
4th Place
Robert Vetkoetter
Steve Richards
Mark Robinson
Randy Ptasznik
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2015
May Monthly Meeting
Current Topics in Cosmetic and Personal Care Claims
by: Dr. Ibrahim
Cosmetic claims used to be simple. As today's world
becomes more and more obsessed with looking younger and
as more and more companies compete with one another;
simple claims no longer seem to be enough. This competitive
environment has lead to bigger scrutiny from agencies such as
the FTC, FDA and NAD. These factors in addition to savvy
consumers and a more litigious environment have shaped how
we substantiate claims today. Interesting rulings from the various "regulating"
bodies were discussed in addition to how these rulings have impacted study
design and methodologies for claim substantiation.
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SWSCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
SWSCC Member Spotlight
Tiffany
I’d like to introduce Tiffany as our next Member Spotlight interviewee. Tiffany is an Associate Principal
Scientist in Skin & Clinical Research at MK. She has been in this position for 1 year and has been at Mary
Kay for 9.5 years. Tiffany has been a member of the SWSCC for at least 9 years.
We’ll find out more about Tiffany’s career, how she got into this field, and also find out who she is outside of
work.
So let’s get to know Tiffany a little bit better.
Where were you born and raised? I was born in San Antonio, TX and was raised in Austin. My older
sister and I were very active in sports growing up. We rotated sports every season between soccer,
basketball, swim team, softball, volleyball, running track and even tennis. My favorite (and best)
sport was soccer. I played competitively all over the state and country since I was 10.
Where did you go to college? I received a scholarship to play soccer at The University of Alabama.
Tuscaloosa, AL was a big culture shock coming from Austin! I enjoyed it, though. Nothing compares
to college football game day in the South. ROLL TIDE!!
What was your first job? The summer after my sophomore year in college I came home and worked at
Luminex, a bio tech company. I got the job after my mom met the owner in a bar and got to talking
about her daughter with a science major. It worked out great! I stayed there a couple summers and
my mentor there convinced me to go to graduate school at UT Southwestern. (My dad was very
pleased.)
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COSMETIC CHEMISTS
SWSCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
SWSCC Member Spotlight
Tiffany
What made you decide to get into the cosmetic industry? I was first interested in the field after Mary Kay
presented at a seminar series “Quest for a Career” at UT Southwestern. I knew I did not want to
work in academia but wanted to continue in science. The presentation was great – I learned how
the industry is highly involved in research and science, but is much more stable than the biotech and
pharma companies my peers were pursuing. After I graduated, I spotted a posting for Mary Kay
R&D. It was perfect timing!
You work in R&D’s Skin & Clinical Research dept., so what exactly is it that you do? I am fortunate to do
lots of things! The primary role for our team is to identify and validate new technology for skin care
benefits. In our lab, we screen hundreds of materials and products a year on human skin cells or
artificial skin constructs for useful activity, such as stimulating collagen production or reducing pigmentation. I work in a lab running experiments lots of time, and then spend the rest of my time
working with Brand, Safety, Regulatory, our Formulators, Quality, Purchasing, and many others at MK
to ensure the ingredients we select can effectively be used (and marketed) in new products.
What is the most interesting or unusual part of your job? I am continually entertained by the companies
who approach MK claiming their ingredient is the next “Fountain of Youth.” Companies have pitched
human umbilical cord growth factors, magic algae also shown to cure breast cancer, eye brow lifting
tapes, and vegetable technology from ex-KGB Russian scientists. It’s crazy what people sell!
One of the best parts of your job is: It’s always fun talking about science and skin biology to colleagues
or friends or family and seeing them get excited about how and why our products work. Interacting
with MK sales consultants is also very fun. They genuinely appreciate what we do. I don’t know of
another company where the end consumer can interact so directly with R&D. It’s pretty special here.
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SWSCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
SWSCC Member Spotlight
Tiffany
Now let’s talk about your membership with the SWSCC
Of the following three, which have you either done, or might you be interested in doing for the SWSCC:
Held a position, made a presentation, or worked behind the scenes? I’m more interested in working
behind the scenes. The Educational Seminar gets better and better every year so I’d like to help with
that.
Of all the SCC events you’ve attended, is there any one SCC event that was a memorable one? Several
years ago, the SCC sponsored an all-day training on fragrance. I had only been in the industry for a
couple years, so it was really neat to spend a day learning about something totally new. It was great
exposure to other aspects of the industry.
If you were running the Chapter, what new idea(s) would you probably introduce to the Board? Probably
something about educational outreach to schools and universities. There are so many talented
young scientists and chemists that have no idea about the research and science required in the
personal care industry. If Mary Kay had not visited UTSW, I would have never discovered this great
industry with so many scientific career opportunities.
Name one SWSCC event that you hope never goes away, and/or never changes the way it is run, and why
is that? Lunch meetings! I did not attend a single meeting until they started meeting over lunch. I
have two kiddos at home so evening events are virtually impossible for me to attend!
Let’s move away from SCC questions, and find out more about you.
You once mentioned to me that you play soccer, do you still play soccer, and if so, could you tell me
about the league you’re in? Unfortunately, an injury a few years ago finally forced me out of
competitive soccer. Up until then, I played Division I in the North Texas Women’s Soccer Association
(NTWSAA.) It’s a very fun and competitive league with mostly ex-collegiate players. I actually played
against many of the same girls I played against as a kid in Austin and in the SEC!
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COSMETIC CHEMISTS
SWSCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
SWSCC Member Spotlight
Tiffany
What was the name of your team? What position did you play, and would you rather have played
another position? I played for the D’Feeters. I played center midfield through college, but after I
moved to Dallas I played left back. I enjoy every position on the field, it’s a fun sport -- no matter
what position you play you can always get in on the action! (Unless you’re goal keeper. That I don’t
do.)
What other kind of physical activity are you into, I know it’s not golf, because I’ve never seen you at the
SWSCC Tournament, or could it be golf? I enjoy running, biking, lifting weights and really any sport I
get to play. My kids keep me very active; they’re into soccer, football, basketball, and lots of
swimming every summer.
Moving on
Of the last three books you have read, which was your favorite, and what was it about? “Let’s Pretend
this Never Happened” by Jenny Lawson (aka The Bloggess.) It’s basically the life story of this
extremely hysterical blogger I’ve followed. I highly recommend all women find this blog and buy this
crazy funny book!
A talent or hobby (or side gig) I have that most people aren’t aware of is: I’m a certified aerobics and
spin instructor. I taught classes for nearly 10 years at 24 Hour Fitness and other clubs.
One of the most awesome (could be riskiest or scariest) things I have ever done, was: I’m a pretty tame
girl, so nothing risky or scary comes to mind. I did take down Abby Wambach once when she played
for Florida. Actually, that was awesome, risky, and scary – it was only
the first half!
Favorite professional or college sports team? I was born and bred a Dallas
Cowboys fan and San Antonio Spurs fan. My entire family is completely obsessed with these teams. College is the Alabama Crimson
Tide, of course! For baseball, it was the LA Dodgers growing up, but in
2007 I jumped on the Texas Rangers’ band-wagon and stayed ever
since.
Favorite food? Medium-rare filet mignon steak! And salmon sashimi
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SWSCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
SWSCC Member Spotlight
Tiffany
Favorite television series - or at least the one I watch the most is: Angel
Of the last three movies you’ve seen, which did you enjoy the most? I saw Mad Max recently and
enjoyed its absolute idiocracy. That’s a crazy film.
Favorite musical artist? Justin Timberlake
Of the last three concerts you’ve attended, which was the most enjoyable, and why? Disney’s Frozen on
Ice kept my daughter entertained an entire 2 hours
What was your most memorable vacation? I was stranded in Jamaica during Hurricane Ivan in 2004. I
saw much more of that country than I ever wanted.
Favorite vacation destination? England
And with that, thank you Tiffany, for allowing us to get to know you a little bit better.
Remember, we will be looking for someone else to put into our Member Spotlight for the next newsletter.
The only qualification is that you are a member of the SWSCC. If you are interested, or simply have questions
about it, please feel free to contact me directly:
Daniel.ramirez@mkcorp.com
Look forward to hearing from you,
Daniel Ramirez
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COSMETIC CHEMISTS
Chemists Corner
By Perry Romanowski
Used by permission from: http://
chemistscorner.com
5 Steps For Getting Replacement Raw Materials
by Perry Romanowski on 04/09/2015
There are a number of reasons why you might want to find a replacement for a raw material
you currently using. It could be because the supplier can’t get you the ingredient, you can
save money on your formula, the product is no longer stable, or for marketing reasons you
want to change. This is probably the motivation for this forum member who wants to find a
natural alternative to petrolatum. If you’re going to switch out a raw material you can do it
in the most efficient way by following these 5 steps.
1. Understand what the ingredient does in the formula
If you inherit a formula as most formulators do, there are probably ingredients included for
which you are not sure the function. You need to figure this out before you switch for
something new. Also, you may think you know the function of the ingredient but it could
have multiple functions in your formula. To best figure out the importance of an ingredient
for which you want to find a replacement, do a cosmetic knockout experiment, comparing
your full formula versus the formula without the target ingredient. This will give you an
idea of the performance impact of the ingredient plus the aesthetic impact on the formula.
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Chemists Corner
By Perry Romanowski
Used by permission from: http://
chemistscorner.com
5 Steps For Getting Replacement Raw Materials (cont.)
by Perry Romanowski on 04/09/2015
2. Find potential replacements
Once you know the full impact of the ingredient on your formula you can find potential
replacements. The easiest thing to do is to ask your suppliers for their suggested
replacements. Certainly, you should get samples of those ingredients. But a single
ingredient replacement might not work. You may have to find multiple materials to replace
all the functionality of a single ingredient. For example, Guar Hydroxypropyl Trimonium
Chloride has both a conditioning effect and some thickening effect. Instead of finding a
single ingredient to replace it you could find a new thickener (e.g. Hydroxyethylcellulose)
plus a conditioning ingredient (e.g. Polyquaternium 7). Sometimes it’s not a simple
replacement.
3. Create prototypes
Once you get your potential ingredients start making your prototypes. Ideally, you can
make multiple formulas at the same time using the same ingredients. When you compare
replacements you should keep as
much the same as possible.
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COSMETIC CHEMISTS
By Perry Romanowski
Chemists Corner
Used by permission from: http://
chemistscorner.com
5 Steps For Getting Replacement
Raw Materials (cont.)
by Perry Romanowski on 04/09/2015
3. Create prototypes (cont.)
Also, be sure to create a control sample so you
know how your new formula compares to your
current formula. Take special note of any
manufacturing changes you have to make to
incorporate the new ingredient. This will be
important when you write the manufacturing
instructions later.
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By Perry Romanowski
Chemists Corner
Used by permission from: http://
chemistscorner.com
5 Steps For Getting Replacement Raw Materials (cont.)
by Perry Romanowski on 04/09/2015
4. Test prototype functionality
After you’ve made the prototypes you’ll want to test them to see if they function the way you
want them to. See how they compare to your control formula. Of course, you only need to test
the formulas that hold together properly. If they separate or don’t look right either try again or
reject that replacement alternative. The specific tests you run will depend on the type of formula
you are making. Foam tests for cleansing products, moisturizing tests for moisturizing products,
etc. For all your formulas you should have a standard battery of tests that you routinely conduct
and compare your prototypes to those standards.
5. Test prototype stability
Finally, if any of your replacement ingredient prototypes look promising you’ll want to do a
stability test to make sure it stays together. Having a great functioning product is great but if it
isn’t stable you won’t be able to sell it. I recommend doing functionality tests before stability
tests however because there is no point in finding a stable product that doesn’t perform the way
you want it. Plus, you can always fix a formula that has stability
issues. You can’t improve a functional deficit without having to repeat
your stability test. Remember, stability tests should always be the last
test you do.
Much of your time as a formulator will be spent finding replacement
ingredients either for cost savings reasons, marketing reasons, or just
trying to improve your formulas. Following these 5 steps will help
make the process more efficient and effective.
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SOCIETY OF
COSMETIC CHEMISTS
Chemists Corner
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In October 2016, the Society of Cosmetic Chemists will host the 29th Congress of
the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists. This prestigious
event will be held October 23-26, 2016 at the Walt Disney World Resort’s Dolphin
Hotel in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Cosmetic Scientists presently representing the 47
Member Societies comprising the IFSCC will gather to discuss and advance the science and technology of our industry. The theme for the Congress is “Beyond Dreams
into New Frontiers: Inspire, Imagine, Innovate”. The 29th IFSCC Congress will provide
the US industry an opportunity to exchange scientific knowledge on a global basis.
For early sponsor pledges, the Society is offering an installment plan over the next 2
years hence early notification is being made now for budget planning. Please note
that the IFSCC Congress in Florida will be held in lieu of the Annual Meeting normally
held each year in December in New York City. As a result, this solicitation will take
the place of our normal call for support for the 2016 New York meeting.
Click here to learn more of the official sponsor levels. You will be able to select a
specific category you wish your sponsorship to be assigned to. All contributions will
be prominently acknowledged at the various events and in the program for the
Congress.
Become a sponsor today. Please complete the Pledge Form (or forward to the
appropriate individual within your company) indicating your sponsorship level and
category.
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National SCC Courses
Society of Cosmetic Chemists Continuing Education Program
Schedule of Classes ● 2015● Registra on now available
online
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If an experiment works, something has gone wrong.
When you don't know what you're doing, do it neatly.
Experiments must be reproducible, they should fail the same way each time.
First draw your curves, then plot your data.
Experience is directly proportional to equipment ruined.
Always keep a record of your data. It indicates that you have been working.
To do a lab really well, have your report done well in advance.
If you can't get the answer in the usual manner, start at the answer and derive the
question.
In case of doubt, make it sound convincing.
Do not believe in miracles--rely on them.
Team work is essential, it allows you to blame someone else.
All unmarked beakers contain fast-acting, extremely toxic poisons.
No experiment is a complete failure. At least it can serve as a negative example.
Any delicate and expensive piece of glassware will break before any use can be made
of it.
Courtesy of WorkJokes.com
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MEMBER NEWS
We are now posting new position openings on our
website so you have the most up to date
information—please look for the page “Job
Opportunities”
2015 SWSCC Officers
Chair—Mauricio Castro, Mary Kay Inc.
Chair Elect—Jacklin Hoffelt, Coast
Southwest
Secretary– Rita Cabrera, Goodier
Treasurer—Alison Nally, Essential
Ingredients
Treasurer Elect—Mary Miller, Mary Kay
Inc.
Educational Chair—Michelle Hines, Mary
Kay Inc.
By-Laws—Robert Vetkoetter, Emultec
Awards Chair—Jacklin Hoffelt, Coast
Southwest
Historian—Daniel Ramirez, Mary Kay Inc.
Membership Chair—John Oliver,
McKinney Resources
Golf Outing Chair—Jason Blackerby, Dien
Inc.
Newsletter Advertising Chair—Melissa
Mata
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SWSCC Holiday Party
Sparkle!
The Fairmont Dallas
Tickets go on sale September 1st!
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Lunch Meeting / 2016 Officer
Installation
December 4th
SWSCC Holiday Party
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