Academy
An in-depth look at the melting profile
Learn everything you need to know about the melting profile. What it is, how it is determined, and how you can use it as a tool to predict ingredient behavior in a cosmetic formulation. The session balances in-depth theory with advice on putting your newfound knowledge to practical use in the laboratory.
Key takeaways:
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Mastering the basics of lipid chemistry: triglycerides and fatty acids
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Understanding the physical properties of lipids
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The relevance and significance of the melting profile for indicating ingredient behavior on the skin and in the jar
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Understanding how to use the melting profile to determine the right choice of emollient

Be guided by our Customer Innovation experts
Even when ingredients share an INCI name, the melting profiles can be significantly different, impacting the texture, skin feel, and thermal stability of your final formulations. Join US-based Benjamin Schwartz as he walks you through the science, while Emelie Grönsterwall demonstrates the practical application of the theory from her lab in Sweden.
