54. Formula of the Month: Mineral Spray Sunscreen
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Mineral sunscreens utilize zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide to physically deflect UV rays, forming a protective barrier on the skin. While traditional mineral sunscreens often leave a thick white cast, Kobo offers nearly transparent formulas, catering to individuals with darker skin tones who have faced challenges in achieving seamless SPF application. This month, we’re featuring a formula that was created for that very purpose — and it was developed for use as a spray! Listen in as we interview one of Kobo’s Application Lab Specialists from Brazil on how to formulate a Mineral-Only Sunscreen Spray. This episode is packed with ingredients and manufacturing ideas to help you develop an effective, easy-to-use mineral sunscreen, just like our formula of the month. Don’t miss it! Links:  Sunscreen Boosters  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-SunBoost-ATB.pdf    Esters  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-IkedaEsters.pdf    Gellants  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-FumedSilicaGellants.pdf    UV Attenuation Nano TiO2 Dispersions  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-Nano-TiO-Dispersions.pdf    UV Attenuation Nano ZnO Dispersions  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-Nano-ZnO-Dispersions.pdf    Microspheres  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-Microspheres.pdf    Microsphere Complexes  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-Kobo-SMC.pdf    Oil Phase Film Former  https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-Koboguard5400.pdf    ABOUT US:        Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology based raw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and Delivery Systems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.      Learn more at:  www.koboproductsinc.com
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