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formula acqua in olio

English translation: water in oil emulsion


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Italian term or phrase:formula acqua in olio
English translation:water in oil emulsion
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18:19 Aug 22, 2011
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Cosmetics, Beauty / product descriptions
Italian term or phrase: formula acqua in olio
Context:
XXXX PASTA contiene Ossido di Zinco al 10% che svolge un’azione lenitiva, e protettiva. L’Olio di mandorle, l’Olio d’oliva, la Glicerina e il Pantenolo nutrono la pelle delicata proteggendola dalle aggressioni esterne. Facilmente spalmabile, grazie alla speciale formulazione acqua in olio, XXXX PASTA garantisce un effetto barriera prolungato, consentendo la respirazione della pelle.
Therese Marshall
Local time: 19:48
water in oil emulsion
Explanation:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emulsion

That's what it is ....

Personal Care and Cosmetics
www.baschem.co.uk/Products/.../Personal-Care-and-Cosmetics/ - Cached
Emulsifier for water in oil emulsions. BC 99/099 (Cosmetics), Emulsion of an alkyl modified silicone (Stearyl Dimethicone), used in personal care, car care ...

[PDF]
How To Make Water-in-Oil Emulsions - Somerset Cosmetic Company
www.makingcosmetics.com/.../27-how-to-make-water-in-oil-emu...
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in oil, the resulting emulsion is called a water-in-oil ... Formulating water-in-oil emulsions: a scary endeavor. Cosmetics & Toiletries 2003;118:24-25 ...
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Shera Lyn Parpia
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4 +3water in oil emulsionShera Lyn Parpia
3water in oil formula/formulation
Raffaella Panigada


  

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water in oil formula/formulation


Explanation:
Apparently, it's quite straightforward. See:

O/W and W/O formulas - Cosmetic Science Talk
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Well, in this case you can't tell for certain, however a water in oil formula will typically have between 45 - 80% oil phase. A water in oil formula will ...

Moisturizer & hydrator what is the difference?
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Water-in-oil formula is the reverse. A droplet of water dives into a pool of oil making the majority of the formula oil. These are heavy, greasy products ...

Mentholatum Corporate - What's New
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Unique “Water-In-Oil” formula contains 60% water; helps retain moisture and nutrients longer than conventional hand cream. Contains Aloe Extract, Vitamin B6 ...

Beauty Tips: MAKE-UP-PREPARATION
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22 Feb 2011 – Generally made from a water-in-oil formula, the basic is that each drop of water is surrounded with drops of oil. ...

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An oil-in-water formulation feels light and easy to apply, whilst a water-in-oil formulation is slightly heavier as it contains more lipids. ...

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Raffaella Panigada
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55 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5 peer agreement (net): +3
water in oil emulsion


Explanation:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emulsion

That's what it is ....

Personal Care and Cosmetics
www.baschem.co.uk/Products/.../Personal-Care-and-Cosmetics/ - Cached
Emulsifier for water in oil emulsions. BC 99/099 (Cosmetics), Emulsion of an alkyl modified silicone (Stearyl Dimethicone), used in personal care, car care ...

[PDF]
How To Make Water-in-Oil Emulsions - Somerset Cosmetic Company
www.makingcosmetics.com/.../27-how-to-make-water-in-oil-emu...
File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat - Quick View
in oil, the resulting emulsion is called a water-in-oil ... Formulating water-in-oil emulsions: a scary endeavor. Cosmetics & Toiletries 2003;118:24-25 ...


Shera Lyn Parpia
Italy
Local time: 19:48
Works in field
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 28
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agree  Sandra Petrongolo: water-in-oil emulsion
36 mins
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agree  lirka: with sandra
1 hr
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agree  EleoE
10 hrs
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