Attendees will come away with an understanding of what Halloysite is, and how this unique and natural nanotubular clay is used to deliver anti-aging and other important skincare ingredients to improve the health and appearance of the face, body, lips, and eyelashes. Examples of the unique properties and the safety of the raw material will be provided. Examples of effective skin penetration and ingredient delivery will be highlighted.
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Deborah E. Dixon, Ph.D.
Co-Manager and Formulator - Precious Mineralz, LLC
Nanotubular Clay (Halloysite):A Unique Carrier for Anti-aging Skincare Ingredients
About Deborah E. Dixon, Ph.D.
Deborah E Dixon, Ph.D. has over 35 years in R&D and commercialization of medical devices, medical and food safety diagnostics, and consumer products. She has dedicated her career to developing unique and innovative products that improve patient/customer outcomes. She earned a BS and MS in Biology and a Ph.D. in Microbiology and has extensive formulation chemistry experience. Having spent much of her career working in highly regulated industries, she has extensive experience in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance. Deborah co-manages Precious Mineralz LLC which is a new, privately owned skin care company located in Utah, USA. Nanotubular clay (kaolin) called Halloysite is incorporated into all its skincare products to deliver anti-aging ingredients deep into the skin. The unique nanotubular clay is mined at Northstar Mines LLC with the same ownership and management as Precious Mineralz LLC. In private life, Deborah is passionate about animal welfare and is involved in cat and dog rescue.