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PODCAST

Formula Girls

This podcast highlights various formulations that have been created in our labs at Colonial Chemical. Hosted by Christine Anderson, Molly McEnery and Megan Gibson.

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All Episodes

6:03

42: #2064 Oil-to-Milk Cleanser

Formula Girls ·

2019/12/05

Molly and Christine talk about an oil-based face cleanser that removes waterproof makeup and transforms into a creamy milk with water, how re-fatting agents replenish moisture in the skin and hair, how "like dissolves like," and a chemical name throw-down.

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5:14

41: #3008 Cold Cream Cleanser

Formula Girls ·

2019/11/21

Christine and Molly bring back an old product with recently renewed interest in unconventional uses, how to put it together in phases that work with conventional mineral oil, and a fun fact of how much was sold in 2018.

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5:57

40: #1050 Moisturizing Shampoo Bar

Formula Girls ·

2019/11/14

Molly and Christine talk about this hot-pour, eco-conscious shampoo bar that's pH balanced, builds rich lather and locks in moisture. No bottles or plastic wrappers needed!

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3:55

39: #2067 Natural Body Wash Made With Organic Oils

Formula Girls ·

2019/11/07

Christine and Molly discuss this very natural, castile soap body wash formulated with Cola®Det OKC-40 that may be presented as being “made with organic oils,” that it's got some thickener in it, why certain consumers like castile soaps these days and why lavender oil shows up in so many formulations.

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4:36

38: #4036 Natural Gel Deodorant Stick

Formula Girls ·

2019/10/31

Molly and Christine talk about this natural, alcohol-free, aluminum-free deodorant for safe, long-lasting odor protection, ingredients that can work as well as aluminum (and not as scary), and that some people smell more than others (not pointing anyone out).

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4:56

37: #2043 Luxury Foaming Cleanser

Formula Girls ·

2019/10/23

Molly and Christine talk about this dense, creamy, foaming and très luxurious cleanser. Includes many natural, low-irritation ingredients. Gentle enough for everyday use, Prop 65 worry-free - and won't get crusty around the spout thingy.

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6:04

36: #5006 Makeup Brush and Sponge Shampoo

Formula Girls ·

2019/10/17

Molly, Christine, and Chief (mascot retriever) introduce an all-new formulation for cleaning makeup brushes and sponges with gentle, sustainable ingredients that lift away oily makeup and residue buildup, leaving brushes clean and soft. Also non-drying so make-up sponges won’t deteriorate!

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8:30

35: 100% Biobased Fragrance Solubilizer Deep Dive

Formula Girls ·

2019/10/11

In this episode, Molly and Christine focus on Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer (Poly Suga®Mulse D9) and all of its benefits to solubilizing organic and synthetic essential oils in formulation.

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4:52

34: # 2046 Foaming Clay Mask

Formula Girls ·

2019/10/03

Christine and Molly discuss this classic foaming clay mask, mild for skin with humectant qualities. Leave it on for a while or use it daily, rinses easily in a lather without leaving clay on your face. Added peppermint oil leaves skin feeling all tingly.

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3:40

33: # 2065 Hemp Hydrating Facial Cleanser

Formula Girls ·

2019/09/27

Molly and Christine discuss this new sulfate-free formulation, building on a familiar platform that includes a new sultaine made with hemp seed oil. Builds nice foam, hydrates the skin and gently cleanses - and sports a cool, trendy label!

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4:06

32: #4026 Kid's Bubble Bath - Sulfate-Free

Formula Girls ·

2019/09/19

Bubbles, bubbles!! Molly and Christine discuss this tear-free, easy-to-produce kid's bubble bath that builds thick, long-lasting foam and won't leave a nasty residue in the tub. Made from a very short list of Prop 65-free ingredients!

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22:02

31: Sultaines, Sultaines, Sultaines!

Formula Girls ·

2019/09/11

Christine and Molly welcome Dennis Abbeduto to deep dive into the multiple advantages of using sultaines as betaine replacements in personal care formulations. This is one to bookmark!

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5:16

30: # 4035 Bubble Bath Bomb

Formula Girls ·

2019/09/05

Christine and Molly talk about a bubble bath bomb that actually cleans, dissolves in water and doesn't leave a greasy ring around the tub. Made from sulfate-free, bio-based ingredients with very low irritation. Not just another fizzy ball of baking soda!

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4:17

29: # 1037 Sulfate-Free Volumizing Shampoo

Formula Girls ·

2019/08/29

Molly and Christine discuss this lightweight shampoo formulation that builds volume and moisture, doesn't leave behind residue, has no Prop 65 concerns, and easily builds foam - all while using mild, sulfate-free ingredients.

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4:17

28: # 7004 Waterless Shampoo for Dogs

Formula Girls ·

2019/08/22

Molly and Christine explain how a "waterless" pet shampoo really works, that it's great for cats too, the right pH balance necessary for least irritation, and some advice about fragrances.

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4:20

27: #4034 Antibacterial Hand Soap without Betaines...

Formula Girls ·

2019/08/15

Molly and Christine talk about this glamorous, antibacterial hand soap, made without Betaines, Triclosan or DEA, that also acts as a skin conditioner. Works in a pump foamer, easy to put together with PEG-150 Distearate. Chief gets a treat and everyone goes home.

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4:57

26: # 3010 In-Shower Body Lotion

Formula Girls ·

2019/08/08

Molly and Christine talk about patting dry and a lotion that doesn't feel sticky later - kinda like a conditioner for your skin - that traps water and continues to add water to your skin throughout the day.

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6:02

25: # 4029 Cupuaçu Beard Balm

Formula Girls ·

2019/07/30

Christine and Molly invite John to talk about his beard, whether he shapes it or not, the difference between balms and oils and why a mild beard formulation is beneficial, Christine tries "cupuaçu" twice and Molly includes something special about Cola®Moist 200 in this formulation.

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4:07

24: # 5003 & # 5007 Deodorizing Spray

Formula Girls ·

2019/07/25

Christine and Molly discuss this easy, aqueous deodorizing spray formulation featuring Cola®Quat SME and Poly Suga®Mulse D9 in both a fragrance-free and lightly scented version. Also recent gross-out panel test results.

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4:23

23: # 2018 Natural, Betaine-Free Body Wash

Formula Girls ·

2019/07/18

Molly and Christine talk about an oldie-but-goodie, made from a classic combination of three favorite ingredients that make a wonderful, natural body wash free of everything - except foam.

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