Ethnic Hair Care – 16 March
Presenters included Robyn Brown , who discussed trends in virgin hair , as well as a complex overview of relaxers provided by Wanda Posthumus , Robyn focused on the needs and characteristics of Type 4 hair and shared insight into a variety of interesting styling methods and the products consumers use . The difference between lye and non-lye relaxers was covered by Wanda , who revealed that highly active lye relaxers are freely available to the general public throughout South Africa . However , in Brazil , lye relaxers are only available in salons and are therefore much more regulated .
Formulating relaxers with conditioning actives , issues linked to how relaxers are sold on shelf and a number of key manufacturing tips were also revealed during this seminar
Claim Support – 1 June
Presenters included Leon Grobler and Lee-Ann Raaff . Leon outlined the reasons for substantiation , the specific requirements for substantiation and what the ASA requires when reviewing a dispute .
Actives Morning – 27 July
Presenters included David Stockenstrom and Janine Wilson . David presented an overview of the actives trends over the past 50 year and the revolution of these ingredients , His presentation also highlighted potential active trends .
Janine simplified the matrix of types , alternatives and products to determine which active to use in your formulation .
Emulsion Technology – 5 October
Presenters included Phillip Cilliers and John Knowlton . Phillip discussed Global Trends which are based on actual consumer needs incorporating the complete emotional experience . He also reviewed current global skin care trends .
John investigated the factors that contribute to a stable emulsion product , including a review of the HLB theory and the stability testing of the finished products .
Lee-Ann detailed the complex process followed to support a cosmetic claim . This included claim evaluation and substantiation claims .