Antiperspirants are one of the most widely-used products under the personal care umbrella. These products enjoy daily use across all income sectors and by both men and women.
Bodily odour is viewed as socially unacceptable in an increasing number of countries, but the methods of preventing it differ globally. Personal Care spoke to Philip Klepak to find out the latest from the world of antiperspirants and deodorant.
Philip Klepak is director of technical services worldwide for the antiperspirant business of Summit Research Labs, and received a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering Degree from the City College of New York. He has been involved with the technical aspects of cosmetic and toiletries, OTC pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals for over forty years. His past experiences include product and process development positions at Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Shulton, and American Home Products (now Wyeth). He has been associated with the antiperspirant and deodorant industry, first with Reheis Inc, and now with Summit Research Labs Inc, for over twenty years. Mr Klepak is an emeritus member of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, and has held several Board positions with the New York Chapter. He has published articles and presented papers at numerous global scientific meetings. He currently teaches the “Antiperspirant and Deodorant Technology” continuing education course sponsored by the US Society of Cosmetic Chemists.
PC: What have been the major developments in the world of antiperspirants over the last 10 years, both in terms of ingredients and regulations?
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