In this episode of No Filter with Kobo, Elsie explores thescience of face makeup—from foundation to blush and everything in between. She’s joined by Nick Quinteros, Senior Chemist from Kobo’s US Applications Lab, who breaks down what makes a standout face product, including tips forbalancing texture, coverage, and comfort, plus how evolving consumer expectations are influencing ingredient choices, multifunctionality, and inclusive shade ranges.

Later, Elsie chats with Urmi Dhamnaskar, Chemist from Kobo’s UK Applications Lab about KBL-045-EU Squishy Putty Blush, the Formula of the Month inspired by playful textures and soft-focus finishes. Urmi shares the ingredient strategies that give this blush its bouncy, sensorial texture and blur effect—all while maintaining color payoff and batch consistency.

Whether you’re a cosmetic chemist or just fascinated by facemakeup innovation, this episode unpacks the formulation decisions that shape skin feel, performance, and creativity across face products.

To learn more about KBL-045-EU Squishy Putty Blush, checkout the link below:

https://www.koboproductsinc.com/formulations/KBL-045-EU.pdf

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ABOUT US:

Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-basedraw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and DeliverySystems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil, and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.

Learn more at: ⁠https://www.koboproductsinc.com

In this episode of No Filter with Kobo, Gabby dives into one of the most iconic makeup categories—lipsticks—and explores the science behind achieving color, texture, and innovation. From high-pigment classic sticks to ultra-glossy vinyl finishes, she’s joined by Carl Orr, veteran formulator and consultant at Kobo Products, who shares deep insights into what it takes to create standout lip products, including ingredient choices, mold differences, and techniques for achieving vibrant, high-performance color.

Later, the conversation shifts to KLP-298-EU Powder Sensation Liquid Lip Color, a plastic-free cream-to-powder formula developed to match the performance of traditional microplastic-containing lipsticks. Elsie is joined by Urmi Dhamnaskar, a formulator at Kobo’s UK lab, who breaks down the multifunctional powders and ingredient technologies that create a weightless feel and soft-focus finish while staying aligned with clean beauty and regulatory goals.

Whether you're a formulator, brand developer, or simplycurious about what makes a great lipstick, this episode of The Lipstick Lab reveals how science, sustainability, and creativity come together on the lips.

To learn more about the Powder Sensation Liquid Lip Color formula, visit the link: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/formulations/KLP-298-EU.pdf

No Filter with Kobo is also now available to watch on YouTube! Be sure to check it out: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHSNMsGMgAgT_nVKLZalTMw

ABOUT US:

Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-basedraw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and Delivery Systems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil, and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.

Learn more at: ⁠https://www.koboproductsinc.com

In this episode of No Filter with Kobo, Gabby and Elsie are back to explore a side of sunscreen that’s often overlooked, but essential for daily use: texture. From velvety sticks to weightless fluids and creamy hybrid emulsions, they dive into how feel, finish, and format can make or break the SPF experience.

They’re joined by three Kobo formulators from around theglobe—Maria Garcia Alvarez (EU), Isabella Bagni Nakamura (Brazil), and Adriana Games (US)—each bringing insights into the formulation strategies behind this episode’s featured sunscreens:

☀️High Naturality Max Zinc Stick, Ultra Dry-Touch, Sheer
☀️Mineral Fluid Sunscreen
☀️O/W Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 35

From minimizing white cast to achieving sprayability andbalancing powder vs. dispersion inputs, this episode is a full breakdown in how sensoriality and science converge to drive sunscreen innovation.

Whether you're formulating, trend-watching, or just obsessed with finding the perfect finish, this episode shows how today’s sunscreens are designed to feel as good as they perform.

ABOUT US:

Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-basedraw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and DeliverySystems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil, and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.

Learn more at: ⁠https://www.koboproductsinc.com