The Science Behind Hair Claims
October 15-16, 2008

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Course Highlights

Practical Introduction to Hair Science

• Structure and Chemistry of Human Hair
• Hair Care Products

Hair Attributes and Measurements

• Hair Appearance
  • Shine and luster
  • Color
    
• Hair Strength
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Fatigue Testing
• Conditioning
  • Lubrication
  • Moisturization
  • Static electricity and frizz
• Nourishment and Deposition
• Fluorescence
• Microfluorimetry
• TOF-SIMS
• Damage and Repair
• Surface damage (SEM)
• Sunscreens
• Breakage and split ends
• Volume & Body
• Image analysis methods
• Mechanical methods
• Fiber stiffness
• Styling
• Style retention
• Stiffness
• Fiber-fiber adhesion
• Polymer film properties
• Chemical Treatments
• Color
• Perming
• Relaxing

Hair Care Claims Process

• Regulatory Perspectives
• Technical Data and Product Claims
• Media Perspectives

The intended audience includes scientists in the following positions:

• Product developers who are new to hair care or searching for new ideas in hair care development,
• Applications specialists,
• Technology owners looking for opportunities in hair care, and
• Ingredient marketers with a mandate to understand the needs of their market facing customers.

The Program

This two-day short course teaches the science and techniques of hair measurements in the context of consumer product development and claims. Instructors supplement hands-on exploration of measurement techniques with laboratory tours and instrument demonstrations. Course materials concentrate on hair measurements in order to illustrate ways to understand and design meaningful tests.

Learning Objectives

By completing the course, participants will:

• Gain a working familiarity with hair structure and chemistry.
• Obtain knowledge of several hair measurement techniques and their outcomes.
• Understand how technical claims and measurements may be seen by various parties in marketing, testing, regulatory, and media.

The Faculty

Dr. Peter Kaplan, Research Director of TRI's personal care group leads the team into new areas of research, while fostering TRI's foundations in hair and fiber science. Prior to joining TRI, Dr. Kaplan was Director of Measurement Science at Unilever, where he helped to evolve measurement standards. Dr. Kaplan received his Ph. D. in Physics from the University of Pennsylvania, and has expertise in optics, image analysis, and skin care.

Dr. Trefor Evans, Principal Scientist, joined TRI in August after fifteen years with Unilever and Helene Curtis, where he served as Development Manager in the Measurement Science Department. His research pursuits involve hair chemistry, thermal analysis, and cosmetic formulation. Dr. Evans received his Ph. D. in Physical Analytical Chemistry from the University of Toledo.

Dr. K. Ram Ramaprasad, Senior Scientist/Group Leader, graduated from New York University with a Ph. D. in physical chemistry. At TRI since 1993, his current research interests include the optical properties of hair, photodamage, and the investigation of physical methods to locate site specific damage in hair.

Dr. Prakash Naiksatam, Senior Scientist, brought his formulation science expertise to TRI in 2007 after more than 20 years in research and development at personal care powerhouses such as Church & Dwight, Johnson & Johnson, Estee Lauder, and the Neostrata Company. He intends to further TRI's formulation science and cosmetic chemistry capabilities. Dr. Naiksatam earned his Ph. D. in organic chemistry from Kent State University.

Mr. Don Harper, Staff Scientist, came to TRI in 2004. His current research interests include fiber surfaces and the interaction of fluids with hair fibers. He has extensive experience in product development, test method development and objective product evaluation in personal care. Mr. Harper obtained his M. S. E. in Chemical Engineering/Polymer Science from Princeton University.

Registration and Fees

Early Registration Deadline: September 1, 2008. All payments must be received by this date.

Multiple Registration Discount: When two or more attendees from the same company register at the same time, the course fee will be reduced by $100.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made on or before September 1, 2008 will receive a refund in the amount of their payment, minus a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations made after September 1, 2008 will receive a refund in the amount of their payment, minus a $200 administrative fee. Registrations can be transferred to another course date or to another registrant at no charge.

Course Location: TRI/Princeton, 601 Prospect Avenue, Princeton, New Jersey

Accommodations: A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Residence Inn by Marriott, Princeton. Mention TRI/Princeton and the special room rate of $169 per night when making your reservations. Availability of this rate cannot be guaranteed after September 14, 2008. Check with the hotel about shuttle service to/from TRI/Princeton and all major airports.

Residence Inn by Marriott
3563 US Route 1, Princeton, NJ 08540

Reservations: call 609-799-0550 or fax 609-799-2626

HOW TO REGISTER:

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Contact the Course Registrar with any questions:

TRI/Princeton
P. O. Box 625
Princeton, NJ 08542-0625 USA

Telephone: 609-430-4828
Fax: 609-683-7149
E-mail: info@triprinceton.org

SPACE IS LIMITED TO 30 PARTICIPANTS

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