Thermal analysis is defined as the measurement of changes in chemical or physical properties of a sample as a function of temperature or time in a controlled atmosphere. A special instrument called the TGA (thermogravimetric analysis) which consists of a furnace, weight balance and photodiode sensors is designed to make such measurements (Figure 1). TGA measures […]

The levels of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, copper, tin, zinc, mercury and cadmium in edible oils and fats have been monitored because of their toxicity. The maximum permissible limit of these metals in edible oils and fats are stated in the Malaysian Food Regulations and Codex. Main Research: Dr. Mohtar Yusof 

Esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid such as methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl, commonly known as parabens are widely used as preservatives in cosmetic and personal care (CPC) products because they have a broad-spectrum anti microbial activity, non -irritating and non-sensitizing. They are stable over wide pH range and are sufficiently soluble in water to produce the effective […]

In Asia, 50% of women ages 15-30 years old are concerned about oily skins. In Europe, 80%-95% of the teenagers are concerned while in America only 50% of this specific population uses appropriate cleaning products by: ZAFARIZAL ALDRIN AZIZUL HASAN and ROSNAH ISMAIL ANTI-ACNE EFFICACY TESTING SERVICES 300 to fight oily skins with comedones (Mas-Chamberlaine […]