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Using Spectrophotometers in the Development of Microblading Inks

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Spectrophotometric Color Measurement Helps Optimize Appeal of Over-the-Counter Medication

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Creating Precise Transitions For Color-Changing Makeup With Spectrophotometers

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Spectrophotometers Help Cosmetic Brands Create More Diverse Foundation Shades

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Using Spectrophotometers to Create Consistency in Colored Contact Lenses

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Use Haze Measurement and Color Scales to Monitor Fish Oil Quality

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The Best Color Measurement System for Bath Bombs and Multi-Colored Soaks

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Using Spectrophotometers in the Development of Microblading Inks

Posted on March 22, 2018 by Ken Phillips

Microblading gives thin brows more definition. Image Source: Unsplash user Soroush Karimi Avid tweezing was once all the rage in the 90s and early 2000s. Today, however, fuller eyebrows have come back into style and given birth to a new trend; microblading. Whether it’s aging, long-term hair removal. or simple genetics, some now find their […]

Posted in Color in Pharmaceuticals

Spectrophotometric Color Measurement Helps Optimize Appeal of Over-the-Counter Medication

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Ken Phillips

The color of OTC medication influences how consumers perceive its quality. Image Source: Shutterstock user Corinna Haselmayer A man suffering from a bout of heartburn walks into his neighborhood grocery store hoping to find an antacid that will relieve his symptoms. He heads straight for the over-the-counter medication aisle, but he sees that there are […]

Posted in Color in Pharmaceuticals

Creating Precise Transitions For Color-Changing Makeup With Spectrophotometers

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Ken Phillips

Color-changing makeup is becoming more complex with advances in technology. Image Source: Unsplash user Joanna Kosinska Color-changing makeup is in the midst of a rebirth. Much like mood rings, these cosmetics change color based on who’s wearing them. Also, like the mood ring, they had their heyday in the 60s—with a brief reappearance in the […]

Posted in Color in Pharmaceuticals

Spectrophotometers Help Cosmetic Brands Create More Diverse Foundation Shades

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Ken Phillips

Cosmetics brands are fostering inclusivity by offering a wider range of shades for all skin tones. Image source: Pexels user Gumzito Leruo The cosmetics industry is changing at a rapid pace. In the past, it was nearly impossible for people of color to find the perfect shade of foundation for their skin tones, as most […]

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Using Spectrophotometers to Create Consistency in Colored Contact Lenses

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Ken Phillips

Spectrophotometers can help you determine how translucent or opaque your contact lens pigmentation is, improving quality. Image Source: Unsplash user Daniil Avilov Using colored contact lenses, a professional cosplayer is able to completely transform her appearance within seconds. One moment, she’s a brunette with rich brown eyes. But after popping on a pair of bright […]

Posted in Color in Pharmaceuticals, Color in Plastics

Use Haze Measurement and Color Scales to Monitor Fish Oil Quality

Posted on December 27, 2017 by Ken Phillips

Haze measurement tools can help you determine whether your fish oil ingredients are fresh. Image Source: Unsplash user Jakub Kapusnak In 2012, fish oil and other omega-3 fatty acid supplements were the most popular natural product used by consumers in the United States and the number of fish oil users is still growing.1 Between 2007 […]

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The Best Color Measurement System for Bath Bombs and Multi-Colored Soaks

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Ken Phillips

Because most bath bombs contain multiple colors, you need to use a color measurement system to ensure that the colors match and remain vibrant. Image Source: Pixabay user StockSnap A bright fuschia bath bomb hits the water and immediately starts to froth. Long streams of pink, purple, and red leak into the water, coating the […]

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