Galactoarabinan: An Exfoliant for Human Skin

Article Abstract:

A new study from Oak Brook, Ill.-based Westman Associates Inc. examines the use of galactoarabinan, which is a natural polysaccharide, as a non-irritating exfoliant for human skin. The study concludes that the replacement of AHAs by galactoarabinan is advisable in order to reduce or eliminate skin irritation.

Science & research, Polysaccharides, Research, Chemical industry, Westman Associates Inc.

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Aloe vera quality control

Article Abstract:

In 1992 Ron Pelley and others developed a standard for comparison of aloe vera products. Maltodextrin was discovered in imported aloe vera powder. Being composed mainly of sugars, decomposition can produce lactic acid fermentation, which can subsequently be used to determine the abount of time since harvest.

Toiletries, Toilet Preparation Manufacturing, World, Aloe barbadensis, Aloe vera

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Evaluating toothpaste sweetening

Article Abstract:

Toothpaste sweeteners were evaluated based upon flavor and storage capabilities.

Soap and Other Detergent Manufacturing, Synthetic Sweeteners, Toothpaste, Statistical Data Included, Evaluation, Product information, Food industry, Sweeteners, Sugar substitutes, Sweetener industry, Toothpastes

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