Brands in Hand Hygiene

Silicone polyethers, or silicone surfactants, contain both a water-insoluble silicone backbone and a number of water-soluble polyether pendant groups. The ratio of the silicone to polyether, and the molecular weight and composition of the components determine the solubility and specific properties of a product. These products exist as multi-pendant and linear di-functional polymers. Siltech offers a broad range of silicone polyethers as well as custom-designed products for specific applications. These are also available in cosmetic grades, where they are commonly referred to as dimethicone copolyols. These products are widely used as emulsifiers, foaming agents, solubilizers and softeners. They are also used in many inks and coatings formulations were they add slip, mar resistance and leveling.

Jarchem's Sucranov™ line of surfactants are sugar-based and non-ionic. They offer gently and highly effective cleansing, and deep hydration, while providing high, stable foam production.

Glutamate and sarcosinate salts are anionic amino acid bases surfactants that are used in cosmetics as mild surfactants with a lower irritation potential compared to other surfactants. Sarcosinates are also available in free acid form. Main application areas in cosmetics are: skin, hair and oral hygiene products, and in addition soap production; further application areas are sunscreens and creams. Besides the application in cosmetics these surfactants are also used in household, I&I and industrial products, e.g. as corrosion inhibitors in lubricants or metal working fluids, as rust preventatives, as fuel additives, as surfactant in various types of cleaners and as textile processing aids.

STEOL® is a high active product useful in detergents, dishwash, laundry, shampoos, bath products, liquid hand soap and industrial cleaners

SyriCalm™ is a natural product derived from Poria cocos and Phragmites. It effectively reduces inflammation and strongly supports skin in dealing with external stresses. Additionally, SyriCalm™ is designed to give effective support where the skin is challenged by environmental stress, e.g. shaving, depilation or daily hygiene. It helps the skin recover its natural balance.

Cikaderm has strong regenerating properties on the cellular matrix and repairing effects on the skin. It is effective in restoring the skin barrier and normalizing the epidermic function. Its composition contains Dragon’s blood extract, a proven elasticity enhancer and anti wrinkle active.

Isocil® PC is a combination of two commonly used personal care preservatives, Methyl chloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MI/CMI). These traditional preservatives have been used for years offering excellent broad spectrum efficacy at low use levels. With the added benefit of a strong safety profile as well as toxicological data, this chemistry is appealing amongst many formulators.

Glucquat™ 125 humectant is a naturally-derived, 25% active, mild, effective alternative to other harsh monomeric quaternary ammonium compounds. It offers formulators humectant and conditioning properties and compatibility with a wide range of materials. Because it is quaternized, Glucquat 125 humectant is also a substantive conditioning agent for hair and skin. It is recommended for use in conditioners, skin care applications, and baby bath and shower products.

Mikrokill® COS is a unique and trusted combination of three well-accepted personal care components in phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin and caprylyl glycol, providing exceptional broad spectrum protection of many personal care products encompassing skin care, hair care and sun care systems.

Anionic surfactants are negatively charged materials that are available in a variety of chemical types. The main classes being alkyl ether sulfates, alkyl sulfates, alkylbenzene sulfonates, alpha olefin sulfonates, phosphate esters. They are used in a wide range of applications where they provide useful characteristics including, emulsification, solubilisation, wetting, detergency, dispersion and foaming.

VEEGUM and VANATURAL products are natural smectite clays that have been water-washed to optimize purity and performance. Vanderbilt Minerals’ diversified reserves in the U.S. southwest are the foundation of our clay’s reputation for uniformity and quality. This secure resource base also enables the continuing development of new grades in response to customer needs. The ores used to make VEEGUM and VANATURAL clays are mined in Nevada, Arizona and California. They are milled in Nevada and shipped to the clay processing plant in Murray, KY. VEEGUM products are offered primarily for pharmaceutical and personal care applications, although they are widely used in other areas as well. All grades of VEEGUM and VANATURAL clays undergo the same water-washing process and meet the same standard of clay purity.

VANATURAL® Bentonite Clay is a rapidly hydrating, water-washed bentonite clay. VANATURAL is a pure and natural suspension stabilizer, emulsion optimizer and rheology modifier for all topical products marketed as organic or natural. VANATURAL disperses easily into water and hydrates rapidly. VANATURAL also reduces the slippery or sticky feel of gums and polymers, while providing a silky, tack-free feel in topical preparations. This bentonite clay is synergistic with common thickeners such as VANZAN® xanthan gum and CMC. These combinations will provide greater thickening, stabilizing and suspending properties than those developed by the individual components of the mixture VANATURAL is OMRITM-listed and authorized by ECOCERT GreenlifeTM as complying with the ECOCERT and COSMOSTM standards for ecological and organic skin care products and cosmetics.

Suga®Det by Harcros,is a groundbreaking range of sustainable and high-performance surfactants engineered to redefine the standards of cleaning solutions. With a focus on environmental responsibility and efficacy, Suga®Det offers a comprehensive solution for industries seeking effective yet eco-friendly cleaning solutions.

Poly Suga®Quat by Harcros is an innovative line of naturally derived, eco-friendly surfactants designed to meet the growing demand for sustainable and high-performing personal care and cleaning products. With a commitment to green chemistry, Poly Suga®Quat offers a unique combination of safety, effectiveness, and environmental responsibility.

Cola®Teric by Harcros is a versatile range of amphoteric surfactants designed for personal care and industrial applications. These surfactants are derived from natural sources and are known for their mildness, making them ideal for sensitive skin and hair care formulations. Cola®Teric products offer excellent foam production, stability over a wide pH range, and compatibility with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants.