Formulation Workshop

• Judi Beerling from Organic Monitor ran the Formulation Workshop entitled:
  Green Formulations – Overcoming the Technical Hurdles

  The Workshop was SOLD OUT! Find out more about the Workshop below. 

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• Description/Abstract

  Green Formulations – Overcoming the Technical Hurdles
  
  Natural and organic cosmetic standards are gaining popularity, however the certification route is littered with technical hurdles. How do formulators develop natural / organic yet effective and aesthetic cosmetics? This workshop highlighted the major technical and formulation issues associated with such products, providing practical advice and solutions to cosmetics and ingredients companies.

• Speaker

  Judi Beerling, Technical Research Manager at Organic Monitor
  

  Judi Beerling heads the Technical Research division at Organic Monitor, a specialist research, consulting & training firm that focuses on the global organic & related product industries.

  Judi has over 30 years experience in product formulation and innovations. She provides technical consulting and training on technical & formulation issues associated with natural and organic products to an international clientele.

• Benefits of attending

  The following questions were answered:

  • What are the key features of sustainable (natural & organic) cosmetic products in terms of formulations?
  • What synthetic ingredients are typically absent in natural & organic cosmetics?
  • What are the formulation issues when developing sustainable cosmetics?
  • What are the safety, stability and technical issues when using natural / organic ingredients?
  • What are the major certification options available to cosmetic and ingredient companies?
  • What are the major differences between standards, such as Cosmos, Natrue, Ecocert, Soil Association, BDIH, NPA and NSF?
  • What are the natural alternatives to parabens, SLS / SLES and similar substances?
  • What are the green emulsifier, surfactant and preservative options?
  • What is the process to get a cosmetic / ingredient certified?
  • What guidance can be given to companies looking to formulate sustainable cosmetics?

• Who should attend

  This workshop is designed for various target groups:

  • Cosmetic manufacturers
  • Household cleaning product manufacturers
  • Product developers & formulators
  • Marketers
  • Raw material and ingredient companies
  • Certification & standard agencies
  • Other stakeholders

• Where and when

  Date:
  19 April 2012
  
  Time:
  09:30 – 13:00

  Location:
  Plano Salas Hall Europa 1.1 (above the exhibition hall)
  Fira Barcelona
  Recinto Gran Via, Avenida Juan Carlos 1, 58-64,
  Hall 2, 08908 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
  Barcelona, Spain