by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
Happy Valentine’s Day! Enough with the mushy stuff…
I recently subscribed to a blog by Seth Godin. I still haven’t figured out exactly what the overall purpose of his blog is, but he has some interesting ideas and advice. This morning I revisited a post where he proposes the idea of making the world smaller so you can conquer it. The premise is that the world is so profound that taking it over can be an overwhelming thought and an even more impossible task; instead concentrate on one segment of it and take that by storm.
This post came at such a good time for me. In developing my company I have big dreams and ideas. I often have sleepless nights because I can’t seem to turn my brain off. While I still plan to make my company a world treasure, I think its important that I take baby [Hughey] steps to get to my ultimate goal. For now, I am dedicated to offering my products nationally via the website (coming soon) and providing my service locally. By establishing my brand in the local market, I am sure to attract attention nationally and eventually on the international level. Of course I know I have to be active and pro-active in reaching my goals, but by cutting one slice of the pie at a time, my goals are more easily measurable and attainable.
I hope you take this as food for thought in your own endeavors. Don’t be overwhelmed by your dreams, embrace them and make them happen!
Spread the love today!!!
by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
I was thumbing through my January issue of Styleline (Metro Detroit) and I came across this chair. It just spoke to me! I have a tendency to be drawn to odd pieces. Something about this chair is classic and conservative yet funky and fresh. As you already know, I draw inspiration from all sorts of different sources. This is the flavor of the day.
The bright colors offer a grand contrast against the sterile white background… and the print is a combination of tropical jungle and paisley?! Whatever it is I love it. So what scent did it inspire? Maybe a floral base with citrus and berry top notes… it will definitely be something fun, feminine and flirty but sophisticated enough for the professional glam woman!
The scent inspired by this crazy looking chair will be included in the signature series of my company. Look for it!
Oh, by the way…. if you love this chair like I do, you can find it at Pottery Barn (Brooks Slipcover Chair in Bettina) for a cool $629-829.
by theglamscientist | | air spun powder, cosmetics, Coty Inc, makeup, perfume bottles, perfumery |
Coty was never a household name for me until I began my hunt for the perfect cosmetic company to work for. Now that I am developing my own company, I wanted to know what led to the success of Coty, Inc. Coty, Inc was founded in 1904 (wow! talk about timeless treasure!) by a Corsican by the name of Francois Spoturno– the name a spin off from his mother’s maiden name Coti. A company of humble beginnings, Spoturno built his first makeshift laboratory in his flat. After just four years of marketing his first fragrance, he was profitable enough to open a factory. With the new factory also came a new face powder. Coty, Inc catered to the most wealthy patrons, but also offered smaller sizes of his products at prices a young Parisian girl could afford.
Coty, Inc continued to introduce new products, and was the first to manufacture a series of products in the same scent (great idea, its still widely used). The company proved to be ahead of rhe pack not only in product development but in the containers and packaging it used as well. Over the years the company has changed hands several times due to death and retirement, but it is still a fierce competitor in the industry. Coty, Inc is now a subsidiary of Joh. A. Benckiser GmbH. Notable brands include
: Lady Stetson, Rimmel and Calgon.
To read more on the history of Coty, Inc follow the link in my References section.
by theglamscientist | | ammonium laureth sulfate, ammonium lauryl sulfate, personal care products, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, surfactants |
If you’re obsessed with reading the ingredients lists on the back of your personal care products like I am, then you’ve definitely come across the Laureth/Lauryl Sulfates. Sodium/Ammonium Laureth/Lauryl Sulfates (I know it looks tricky, bear with me) are surfactants. They are commonly found in shampoo, body wash, shower gel and soap usually at the top of the ingredients list. The purpose of a surfactant is to remove oil and dirt from the skin and hair.
These ingredients are known skin/eye irritants when used in concentrations of 2% or higher. Most of the products we use have a concentration of atleast 20%. The lauryl sulfates have been proven to make significant changes to the epidermal layer of the skin and also damage the hair follicle. On the bright side, none of these ingredients have been known to cause cancer, but the verdict is still out. Ultimately, these chemicals have been deemed safe for cosmetic use.
So that’s the science, tried and true… but I must say, I’ve never experienced any irritation from the products I use and my hair is quite healthy. When the weather breaks (spring where are you?) I’m going to make the switch to all natural hair care developed by yours truly. Look for a series related to that topic… 🙂
by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
What woman doesn’t want skin that glows or hair that shines? Exactly. The geniuses in cosmetic science are constantly working to provide products that give your face that dewy, youthful glow or “hair so healthy, it shines”. Fortunately, cosmetic scientists are highly educated in the fields of chemistry, biology and physics. We know what your skin and hair needs, the particulars about how light is reflected and exactly what ingredients will produce the end effect. Here’s the science in a nutshell…
In order to create shine, the surface in question must be great at reflecting light. So in the lab, cosmetics are made with ingredients that have a large flat surface area (for optimal light reflection) that will rest on the skin or coat the cuticle layer of the hair. There are some simple things you can do at home to help out. Product build up, dirty skin and clogged pores cause scatter— light bouncing off a surface all willy nilly— which results in the appearance of dull skin and hair.
To improve the appearance of your skin, exfoliate once a week. Include it in your Sunday ritual so that you start the week looking gorgeous darling!!!! For your face, follow up with a toner and moisturizer suitable for your skin type. For your body, use your usual lotion, cream, or body butter…. in the winter months you may want to mix in a little light oil.
Now for the hair… shampoo and deep condition your hair once a week. This is imperative for healthy hair. Dirty hair and scraggly ends are sure to cause scatter. Use cool water for your final rinse. This will help smooth the cuticle layer and encourage natural oil production from the scalp. Use a blow dryer or a flat iron as a final step to smoothing the cuticle layer. You may or may not see instant results, but over time your hair will be light, fluffy and shiny.
Here’s to the glam life!
To read more about the technical side of scatter and shine follow the link to Cosmetiscope.
