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The second half of "Coffee & Cosmetics" focuses on -EVERYTHING- cosmetics. If you are reading this, without a doubt you use cosmetic products. Like the first half, we'll re-focus the class on student interests.
The second half of "Coffee & Cosmetics" focuses on -EVERYTHING- cosmetics. If you are reading this, without a doubt you use cosmetic products. Like the first half, we'll re-focus the class on student interests.
This class will cover aspects of the science/engineering of cosmetics (surface science, color/light, fragrance & flavors, soap, polymers, colloids/nanoscience, rheology (how things flow). We also talk about consumerism, product design, environmental impacts.
This class will cover aspects of the science/engineering of cosmetics (surface science, color/light, fragrance & flavors, soap, polymers, colloids/nanoscience, rheology (how things flow). We also talk about consumerism, product design, environmental impacts.
No background knowledge beyond HS math, physics, and chemistry is necessary.
No background knowledge beyond HS math, physics, and chemistry is necessary.
Example videos from Spring 2021:
Example videos from Spring 2021:
Cosmetics are much more than "paint for skin". They are key in preventing skin cancer and drug delivery. They also have deep cultural significance.
Cosmetics are much more than "paint for skin". They are key in preventing skin cancer and drug delivery. They also have deep cultural significance.
Topics to be introduced:
Topics to be introduced:
- Surface properties and interfacial science
- Rheological (flow) modifiers
- Powder technology
- Emulsion technology
- Polymer properties
- Sustainability efforts in the industry
11/17/2020 - The Chemistry of Beauty: The Lore and the Science - A panel discussion
11/17/2020 - The Chemistry of Beauty: The Lore and the Science - A panel discussion
More information: https://cosmeticsinfo.org/
More information: https://cosmeticsinfo.org/
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