Kelly Dobos

Cincinnati, Ohio

Cosmetic Chemist

Kelly Dobos is currently an adjunct professor of cosmetic science at The University of Toledo. Dobos was the previous columnist author for Cosmetics & Toiletries', "Formulating on Trend."

In response to the FDA's proposed ten cent per pound fee increase, Dobos explains how the price has not been adjusted since 2005 and represents an approximately 30% increase.

Dobos Responds to U.S. FDA's Proposed Color Additive Fee Increase

Considering the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) proposed ten cent per pound fee increase on color additives, Dobos responds here noting that the price has not changed since 2005 but it also represents an approximately 30% increase.

Active ingredient XYLISHINE™C to restore scalp and fiber for beautiful hair

Active ingredient XYLISHINE™C to restore scalp and fiber for beautiful hair

Seppic introduces XYLISHINE™C, an active ingredient that acts globally to repair the scalp and hair cuticles. It is a perfect active for hair care with an action both on scalp and fibers for moisturized and beautiful hair results.

This 'Industry Insight' adapted from an interview with Kelly Dobos, indie color formulator and University of Cincinnati lecturer, paints us a picture with insights on replacement ingredients, regulations, biomimicry, ecology, skin tone-matching and more.

Industry Insight: Safety, Sustainability and Digital Tech in Cosmetics

This "Industry Insight" adapted from an interview with Kelly Dobos, indie color formulator and University of Cincinnati lecturer, paints us a picture with insights on replacement ingredients, regulations, biomimicry, ecology, skin tone-matching and more.

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FDA's Quarterly Color Additives Report: Red Alert

"Most notable in this certification report is the total absence of Red 6 Lake," Kelly Dobos reports.

Inspired by the brilliant, metallic blue color in the fruit of the Pollia condensata plant, a group of researchers and the University of Cambridge has developed a biodegradable glitter made from cellulose nanocrystals.

Researchers Develop Biodegradable Glitter from Cellulose Nanocrystals

Inspired by the brilliant, metallic blue color in the fruit of the Pollia condensata plant, a group of researchers and the University of Cambridge has developed a biodegradable glitter made from cellulose nanocrystals.