Products in Treatment Products: Thickener

DOWSIL(TM) 9041 Silicone Elastomer Blend is a mixture of crosslinked silicone elastomer in non-volatile dimethicone fluid. It provides a silky smooth and long lasting feel on the skin. DOWSIL(TM) 9041 Silicone Elastomer Blend can also be used as a thickening agent in in water-in-oil and water-in-silicone formulations.

DOWSIL(TM) 9040 Silicone Elastomer Blend is a mixture of crosslinked silicone elastomer in cyclopentasiloxane. It provides dry smoothness, quick absorption, and a light silky feel on the skin. DOWSIL(TM) 9040 Silicone Elastomer Blend can be used as a thickening agent in water-in-oil and water-in-silicone formulations, and it is compatible with a variety of lipophilic active ingredients such as fragrances, sunscreens, vitamins, and vitamin derivatives.

AMPHOSOL® CS-50 is an amphoteric surfactant that can be used as a secondary surfactant, providing foam boosting and viscosity building for personal care and hi&i applications. It is a cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine that is bio-based, kosher certified, naturally derived, sulfate-free, eo/po-free, and plant-derived.

STEPAN-MILD® GCC is an ester that combines thickening, foam enhancement, and solubilizing properties. Formulated in various personal care products like shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, and skin creams, it stands out as mild, peg, eo/po, and nitrogen-free. It fits into cold mix formulations and aligns with the u.S. Epa safer choice program's surfactant screen and cleangredients listing. An rspo mass balance-certified version is also available.

STEPAN-MILD® L3 is a multi-functional ingredient with various roles, including viscosity building, foam boosting, emulsification, and emollience. It's a valuable addition to formulations like shampoo, body wash, liquid soap, bubble bath, facial cleanser, and cream or lotion. Moreover, it aligns with the u.S. Epa safer choice program's standards and is listed on cleangredients.

STEPAN-MILD® L3-G/MB is a viscosity builder, foam booster, emulsifier, and emollient that can be used in a variety of personal care formulations, including shampoo, body wash, liquid soap, bubble bath, facial cleanser, and cream and lotion formulations. This rspo mass balance-certified ingredient is best suited for use in european formulations.

Pemulen™ Polymers™ EZ-4U Polymer is a polymeric emulsifier that minimizes skin care formulation constraints through simpler processing and greater formulation flexibility in a cost-efficient manner while offering robust emulsion stabilization, freedom from HLB constraints, stability over a wide pH range, and flexibility for cold or hot processability, all at low use levels. It allows the development of a wide variety of textures, from a shiny, smooth cream to thin, sprayable lotions. It provides a light sensorial profile and robustness to stabilize sophisticated ingredients, such as challenging oil systems, actives, perfumes, UV absorbers, film formers, and optical and sensory enhancers.

Promulgen™ D nonionic emulsifier is ethoxylated cetearyl alcohol compounded with cetearyl alcohol. It is 100% active and is supplied as a waxy solid. Its excellent stability at pH levels of 3–12 makes it particularly useful in applications such as depilatories. Also, due to its viscosity-building properties, it is recommended for use in hair relaxers and conditioners.

HDK® H20 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H20 is used as a thickening and thixotropic agent in coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and other applications. It also serves as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone-elastomers. Additionally, HDK® H20 acts as a free flow additive in the production of powder coatings.

HDK® N20 is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. This white colloidal powder offers high purity and serves multiple purposes. One of the primary applications of HDK® N20 is as a thickening and thixotropic agent in organic systems such as unsaturated polyesters, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and cosmetics. Additionally, it functions as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers.

HDK® H15 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H15 is commonly utilized as a thickening and thixotropic agent in coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and other applications. Additionally, it serves as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers. Moreover, HDK® H15 functions as a free flow additive in the production of technical powders.

Glacial Bay Organic Pure Marine Clay is a mineral-rich powder with natural cleansing, purifying, exfoliating, and oil absorption properties. It is ideally suited for use in various personal care and cosmetic applications. This ingredient is sustainably hand-harvested, solar dried, and powdered in British Columbia, Canada.

Naturall-Le™ Sunflower Lecithin Powder is oil-free lecithin obtained from de-oiling of Standard Lecithin. Lecithin comprises fats that are essential to cells in the human body. It is the main source of choline, a nutrient similar to the B vitamins. De-oiled Lecithin (Powder) is a pure form of Phospholipids. De-oiled Lecithin is also more hydrophilic than Standard Liquid Lecithin. It has several health benefits including support for high/low cholesterols levels, heart health, digestion, etc. It is taken as a supplement or contained in various health products. It is derived from Non GMO vegetable oilseed sources and has various applications in food, cosmetics & skin care, nutraceutical and feed industry.

Sensogel™ Novus is a novel rheology and sensory additive for the water phase of cosmetic products. It can thicken and stabilize O/W emulsions and even create O/W emulsions without the presence of an emulsifier. By increasing its dosage in the same or similar formulation, it can develop a range of textures from sprays, lotion, cream, and to butter while delivering a light, fresh, and moisturizing sensory during and after the application on skin.

Granresin™ MQC-2450 is a versatile solution that serves as a viscosity modifier, thickener, and film former. This 50% active formulation features C24–28 alkyl-modified MQ (trimethylsiloxysilicate) resin in cyclopentasiloxane, offering heightened film flexibility and comfort beyond regular film formers. Engineered for prolonged wear, non-transfer properties, and water resistance, Granresin MQC-2450 delivers on claims of long wear, exceptional flexibility, water repellency, mattifying effect, and overall comfort.

Gransil™ EP-LS is a 99% elastomer powder that promises to transform your creations with its multifaceted benefits. As a versatile thickener, flattener, viscosity modifier, and sebum regulator, it redefines the potential of your formulations. Achieve a desirable matte appearance, oil thickening, cushioning, and cost-performance properties that resonate with excellence. For oil thickening, effortlessly disperse Gransil EP-LS in cyclomethicone, dimethicone, isododecane, and compatible oils.

Gransil™ EPSQ is a versatile product with functions spanning thickening, flattening, sebum regulation, and viscosity modification. Gransil EPSQ emerges as a hybrid silicone composite powder, ingeniously composed of two interlacing polymer networks: polydimethylsiloxane and polymethylsilsesquioxane (PMSQ). The unique feature lies in their interwoven yet non-covalently bonded molecular-scale arrangement. This product elevates the esthetics of formulations, offering a cost-effective alternative for obtaining elastomer gel-like effects, ultimately transitioning into a matte appearance with a powdery after-feel. Its potential applications encompass skincare, color cosmetics, sun care, and hair care formulations.

Granresin™ MQI-2450 is a powerful solution with roles encompassing viscosity modification, thickening, and film formation. This formulation, containing 50% active C24-28 alkyl-modified MQ (trimethylsiloxysilicate) resin within isododecane, elevates film flexibility and comfort, surpassing traditional film formers. Tailored for extended wear, non-transfer properties, and water resistance, Granresin MQI-2450 offers the benefits of viscosity enhancement, improved thickness, long wear, exceptional flexibility, texturizing, and water repellency.

Naturall-Le™ Sunflower Lecithin Liquid is a fatty substance derived from sunflower source. It is amphiphilic - attracts both water and fatty substances. It is a mixture of glycerophospholipids including phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, phosphatidylserine and phosphatidic acid. It has various applications in food, cosmetics & skin care, nutraceutical and feed industry.

Lipex 102 E-75™ Derived from shea butter, this water dispersible, non-ionic surfactant acts as a thickening agent as well as a solubilizer for lipophilic ingredients, delivering gentle formulations that are kind to skin and hair. HLB index 17. Features and benefits is a complete mix of ethoxylated glycerides which enables mild formulations and reduces the potential for irritation typically associated with surfactant based products.

Lipex 102 E-75™ is a complete mix of ethoxylated shea glycerides which enables mild formulations and reduces the potential for irritation typically associated with surfactant based products.

The Kleasol range offers tailored solutions for application areas requiring transparency.

Acecare F30KC is a milky liquid, acrylic rheology modifier which contains 30% active polymer to thicken, suspend and stabilize the surfactant & soap based personal cleansing products.

Acecare 30KC is a milky liquid, acrylic rheology modifier which contains 30% active polymer to thicken, suspend and stabilize the surfactant & soap based personal cleansing products.

Versagel® ME 500 is patented gelled emollients which exhibit extraordinarily good clarity, excellent thermal and UV stability, and versatile chemical compatibility. It is highly non-polar and thus, has a better affinity for low polarity materials such as fatty esters, low HLB nonionic surfactants, cyclomethicone, and other synthetic and natural emollients. Moisturization properties will be affected only minimally even though the viscosity of the gel may decrease significantly when other ingredients are added.

Lubrajel II XD-Free was developed in order to fulfill the need for a paraben free version of Lubrajel II XD. It utilizes a preservative system different from our other Lubrajels being that it is paraben free. Lubrajel II XD-Free contains phenoxyethanol instead of methyl and propyl paraben. Lubrajel II XD-Free still has the same excellent moisturizing and rheological characteristics.

BENTONE GEL PTIS V delivers a combination of benefits in a single, easy to use product. It is designed to impart rheological control and suspension to the organic- and silicone-based cosmetics, while providing cushion emollience, persisting and lubricious skin feel, high pigment wetting, and glossing films.

BENTONE GEL TN V provides thermostable viscosity control of the emulsion's oil phase, improves application properties, enhances skin-feel by masking greasy or tacky components and imparts a pleasant residual silkiness to the skin.

Vegelatum® vegetable gels are proven, functional alternatives to petrolatum in a variety of personal care formulations. They consist of a proprietary vegetable gel technology using natural ingredients. They can also be used to build viscosity and improve feel of anhydrous formulations. Vegelatum® Clear RM is a transparent, light yellow gel which can replace petrolatum.

Rice Flakes are a derivate from rice production.the extraction takes place through mechanical action, water employment and technological coadjuvants. the drying process is carried out while maintaining product characteristics intact, so to be commercialized as white flakes with white color and neutral smell and taste. we are looking at a unique product distinguished by its capacity of instant suspension if blended in water solution, giving the preparation a chalky consistency with no clumps.

Jarcol™ H2280 is a fatty alcohol used as an emollient, co-emulsifier / stabilizer and thickening agent. It is an oily component for cosmetic and pharmaceutical preparations such as W/O creams, sun tan oils and skin oils. This product is also a dispersing agent for color pigments, superfatting agent for washing lotions, foam baths, and alcohol-containing preparations, and as a raw material for biodegradable surfactants.

GOSULIN® RICE is a high-polymeric carbohydrate material derived from rice, the seed of the grass species Oryza Sativa.

BENTONE GEL PTM V delivers a combination of benefits in a single, easy to use product. It is designed to impart rheological control and suspension to the organic- and silicone-based cosmetics, while providing cushion emollience, high pigment wetting, and glossing films.

Selvol™ Ultalux FF Product InformationLending Adhesive and Film-forming Properties to Personal Care FormulationsSelvol™ Ultalux FF polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is a high molecular weight film former and adhesion promoter that can be used in a wide range of personal care applications including peelable masks, multipurpose creams, body washes, sun screens, and many other cosmetics. As part of the Ultalux range of PVOH, the FF grade is tested for high quality and purity and has been determined to be non-irritating in skin care formulations.Selvol™ Ultalux FF FunctionsAdhesion promoterFilm formerFixativeFoaming promoterFragrance deliveryLubricantViscosity enhancement/controlApplications of Selvol™ Ultalux FF in Personal Care FormulationsThis polyvinyl alcohol product can be used in brow makeup, anti-aging products, body washes, ethnic hair care/weaves, eye lashes, eye liners, eye shadow, hair styling gels, mascara, facial masks and peels, pore strips, scar treatment and shampoos/conditioners.Selvol™ Ultalux FF Properties1. Viscosity of a 15% solution, 20°C2. 4% Aqueous Solution3. Tensile properties and adhesion were measured on films containing 12% PVOH and 3% glycerin after casting and drying in a controlled temperature and humidity room for 24 hoursBlack Mascara Formulation with Selvol™ Ultalux FFSelvol™ Ultalux FF in black mascara formulations serves as an adhesion promoter, film former and viscosity control agent.ProcedureVessel 1: Combine Water, Selvol™ Ultalux FF, Trisodium EDTA, Glycerin and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes or until solids are no longer present; transfer to Vessel 2Vessel 2: Combine Water, 2.3% Carbomer 940 Solution, Iron Oxide Black and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes and then cool mixture to 28°- 35°C before adding Vessels 3 and 4Vessel 3: Combine Ethanol and Methylparaben in a beaker, mix on a stir plate for 30 minutes or until Methylparaben has completely wet out into the Ethanol; Add mixture to Vessel 2Vessel 4: Combine Triethanolamine and Water in a beaker, mix on stir plate for 30 minutes or until TEA has completely wet out into the Water; Add mixture to Vessel 2Typical PropertiesAppearance: Black, tacky cream/liquid

Versagel® ME 2000 is patented gelled emollients which exhibit extraordinarily good clarity, excellent thermal and UV stability, and versatile chemical compatibility. It is highly non-polar and thus, has a better affinity for low polarity materials such as fatty esters, low HLB nonionic surfactants, cyclomethicone, and other synthetic and natural emollients. Moisturization properties will be affected only minimally even though the viscosity of the gel may decrease significantly when other ingredients are added.