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Merquat™ 2001 polymer is a proprietary, ampholytic terpolymer primarily used in hair care products for its superior wet hair combing and detangling properties. It is recommended for use in shampoos and conditioning rinses where excellent wet and dry conditioning properties are desired.

Glucam™ E-10 humectant is a naturally-derived, mild ingredient that provides moisture to the skin while reducing the tacky feel commonly associated with moisturizing skin creams. It is an ethoxylated methyl glucose ether and is 100% active. Its low irritation potential makes it suitable for both rinse-off and leave-on skin care systems such as lotions, creams, and body cleansing formulations.

Glucamate™ VLT thickener is a nonionic, highly efficient associative thickener known for its mildness and anti-irritant properties. It is a 70% active liquid derived from methyl glucose ether esterified with oleic acid. This versatile ingredient is compatible with most liquid surfactant systems and helps maintain lather and a light afterfeel. It is recommended for use in shower gels, facial cleansers, and shampoos.

Quickpearl™ PSB3 Pearlizing Agent is a high solids, alkyl and alkyl ether sulfate free, special surfactant blend designed to be easily incorporated into products using a cold blend process, imparting best in class pearl effects. With only three ingredients, It provides formulators with greater flexibility. It is flowable, making it easy to handle and easy to disperse in personal care cleansing products.

Hydramol™ PGDS ester is a water-soluble emollient that provides moisturization and humectant properties without leaving a greasy residue. It can be used in skin care emulsions, where it delivers emolliency from the water phase upon contact. In hair treatments, its large, branched polymer structure adds body and manageability. Hydramol™ PGDS ester can replace alkanolamides in cleansing systems, providing conditioning, emolliency, viscosity building, and enhanced lather. It is recommended for use in cleansing systems, including hand sanitizer gels, as well as antiperspirant and deodorant applications.

Chembetaine™ CGF surfactant is a glycerin-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. It is a high purity, low color ingredient that exhibits excellent foam and viscosity-building properties. Similar to Chembetaine™ CAD, it also synergistically provides mildness. This surfactant is well-suited for use in shampoos, facial cleansers, bubble baths, and bath gels.

Sulfochem™ EA-2SB Surfactant is a food-grade, preserved, vegetable-based surfactant for high foam in low pH systems. It is a 2-mole, naturally derived ether sulfate surfactant for use in a variety of personal cleansing products. It is recommended for use in shampoos, cleansers, and bath and shower products where high foam is desired.

Merquat™ 295 polymer is a highly charged, aqueous, cationic copolymer with ampholytic characteristics and no preservatives. It offers excellent stability in extreme pH applications, making it suitable for high pH products and shampoos. It is recommended for use in ethnic hair care, hair color products, and depilatories.

Merquat™ 3330PR polymer is a non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer that is compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactants. It is well-suited for use in liquid cleansing products, providing silky skin feel and moisturization in skin care, bath, and shower formulations. In hair care formulations, it offers excellent wet and dry combing properties.

Novethix™ L-10 polymer is a highly efficient, hydrophobically modified alkali-swellable emulsion polymer specifically designed for structuring a wide range of cleansing formulations containing anionic, nonionic, and zwitterionic surfactants. This polymer works synergistically with electrolytes and is an easy-to-use, cold-processable liquid. It does not require heat and has a short mixing time, simplifying the formulation process. Novethix™ L-10 polymer offers the convenience of being in liquid form, further enhancing its usability.

Carbopol® Aqua CC polymer is a liquid rheology modifier, specifically a hydrophobically modified polyacrylate crosspolymer. It is designed to offer cationic compatibility, smooth flow, shear-thinning rheology, suspension capabilities, and high clarity for low pH applications. This polymer is an excellent option for thickening both surfactant-based and highly active cosmetic aqueous formulations. It is particularly well-suited for facial and body treatments, scrubs, and formulations containing high levels of cosmetic acids.

Merquat™ 2003PR polymer is a proprietary, non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer developed for use in color protection shampoos. It offers attributes such as ultimate foam stability, color retention after multiple washings, and enhanced wet combability and detangling. It is suitable for use in hair care products, shampoos, and conditioners.

Glucam™ P-20 humectant is a naturally-derived, 100% active, propoxylated methyl glucose ether. It is one of the few naturally-derived cosmetic fluids that is miscible with water, alcohols, organic esters, and oils. It delivers humectancy with a lubricious, emollient feel in any product. In alcohol-based systems, Glucam™ P-20 humectant reduces the stinging effect alcohol can have on the skin. Furthermore, it acts as a fixative in fragrance-containing formulations by reducing the volatilization of high notes. The light color and low odor of Glucam™ P-20 humectant do not interfere with the mood the fragrance is trying to convey. It is recommended for use in hair and skin care products.

Carbopol® Aqua SF-2 polymer is an acrylates crosspolymer and liquid rheology modifier specifically designed for high-clarity surfactant cleansing formulations with moderately low pH levels ranging from 4 to 6. It provides elegant flow, viscosity enhancement, and the ability to suspend visually appealing insoluble ingredients. This polymer allows formulators to incorporate food-grade preservatives like sodium benzoate. It offers superior suspension and high clarity within the pH range of 4 to 6, enabling the inclusion of colorful beads, sparkling pearls, and exfoliating scrubs. Moreover, it facilitates "preservative-free" and "skin-neutral pH" claims in clear bath gels, shampoos, and cleansers.

Carbopol® Ultrez 10 polymer is an industry-standard self-wetting rheology modifier known for its excellent short flow and high viscosity performance. It is a white powder composed of crosslinked polyacrylic acid polymerized in a cosolvent system that prioritizes safety. This polymer offers self-wetting properties and produces minimal dust, making it incredibly easy to use and process efficiently. It is a highly efficient rheology modifier capable of providing high viscosity and forming clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, and creams.

Actiphyte™ Pomegranate (GL80NP) is a single botanical extract with multiple benefits designed to meet customer needs with the versatility to be used across a wide array of applications. It is a single extract in a glycerin and water solvent mixture that is self-preserving.

Glucamate™ LT thickener is a naturally-derived ingredient composed of methyl glucose ether esterified with oleic acid. It is available as a 40% active liquid and serves as a highly efficient associative thickener. This nonionic liquid is gentle on the skin and offers anti-irritant properties. Glucamate™ LT thickener is compatible with most ingredients found in liquid surfactant systems. It contributes to the sensory experience by retaining lather and providing a light afterfeel. It is commonly used in shower gels, facial cleansers, and shampoos.

Plantaren® 2000 N UP is an alkyl polyglucoside (APG®) surfactant that is in a unique class of non-ionic surfactants obtained from renewable, plant-derived raw materials. It is made from natural, renewable, plant-derived feedstocks and is readily biodegradable. Applications for this product include body wash, face wash, liquid hand soap, shampoo, sensitive skin care, and wipes. This product has a liquid appearance, with an active substance content of 48-55%.

Plantaren® 1200 N UP is an alkyl polyglucoside (APG®) surfactant that is in a unique class of non-ionic surfactants obtained from renewable, plant-derived raw materials. It is made from natural, renewable, plant-derived feedstocks and is readily biodegradable. Applications for this product include body wash, face wash, liquid hand soap, shampoo, sensitive skin care, and wipes. This product has a pasty appearance, with an active substance content of 48-55%.

Plantaren® 818 UP is a unique class of non-ionic surfactants obtained from renewable, plant-derived raw materials. It boasts excellent environmental and skin compatibility profiles, creating a perfect synergy of mildness, foaming performance, and effective cleansing. It is made from 100% natural, renewable, plant-derived feedstocks.

Plantaren® 810 UP is a non-ionic surfactant made from 100% renewable, plant-derived feedstocks. This product is RSPO-MB-certified sustainable. It has first-rate environmental and skin compatibility profiles, creating a perfect synergy of mildness, foam performance, and effective cleansing. Due to its invaluable mildness, this surfactant is a perfect fit for sensitive skin and baby cleansing concepts.

AEROSIL® R 816 fumed silica powder offers an alternative technology to stabilize oil/water emulsions. Due to the special surface modification of the silica both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties are introduced in just one material. This enables AEROSIL® R 816 to enrich at oil/water interfaces and thereby stabilize oil droplets in a continuous water phase by the Pickering effect.Furthermore, AEROSIL® R 816 brings structure to the continuous water phase and increases its viscosity which limits the mobility of the oil droplets, thereby providing for even more emulsion stability.

TEGO® White 50 MB as biodegradable multifunctional opacifier for modern cleansing and conditioning products TEGO® White 50 MB provides a white and creamy appearance to surfactant formulations. It is predominantly based on renewable raw materials and can be used as alternative to polymeric opacifiers. TEGO® White 50 MB is an easy-to-formulate, cold-processable liquid and can be added at each formulation step.

ANTIL® HS 33 MB combines the properties of a refatting agent, surfactant thickener and secondary surfactant in one product. Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Glyceryl Laurate are combined in a liquid, easy to handle raw material for mild cleansing formulations, such as shower gels, liquid hand soaps and shampoos.

ANTIL® Soft SC MB is the natural choice for a multifunctional additive for surfactant formulas with excellent thickening and foam boosting properties, also in PEG-free systems. It improves foam creaminess and skin feel and is suitable for structured surfactant systems with high oil content (50%).

SIPERNAT® 9000 PC is composed of exceptionally sturdy, round-edged hydrated silica particles and is therefore the preferred choice for formulations with a long-lasting scrubbing effect. The large SIPERNAT® 9000 PC particles are the preferred choice for strong desquamation or as a sensory indicator when combined with smaller particles for cleaning.

Tinovis® GTC UP is a rheology modifier for clear gel systems and an aqueous anionic acrylic copolymer emulsion. It offers good emulsifying properties with thickening features and electrolyte tolerance. With its good sensorial properties, it delivers a soft, silky, and smooth after-feel, and provides a combination of care and an elegant feel in emulsions. It is free of preservatives and can be used in cold processable formulations.

Cegesoft® Peel is a spherically shaped wax bead that provides a gentle and mild exfoliation. Mainly derived from natural and renewable resources, Cegesoft® Peel is a readily biodegradable and environmentally friendly alternative to non-degradable beads and sharp-edged abrasives. It is suitable for vegan and biodegradable rinse-off formulation concepts.

Tinogard® TT is a phenolic antioxidant used to stabilize oxidant-sensitive cosmetic formulations and ingredients. It protects fragrances, oils, fats, and other oxygen-sensitive ingredients from degradation during processing, handling, and storage, thus preserving product performance and providing a long shelf life.

Verdessence™ Glucomannan (formerly known as Hydagen® Clean), obtained from the tuber of the Konjac plant, is a natural, cold-processable rheology modifier that enables you to create verified eco-friendly formulations. It is suitable for aqueous systems like gels, fluids, and serums as well as novel formats such as patches, jellies, and peel-off formulations.

Sulfopon® 1216 G is a sodium coco-sulfate that has convenient handling, good storage stability and flowability, high bulk density, and good detergency. It is suited as a basic surfactant in cosmetic cleansing preparations such as shampoos, shower gels, and bath preparations.

Lamesoft® PO 65 is preferably used as a lipid layer enhancer for the production of surfactant cleansing preparations. On account of its viscosity-increasing properties, Lamesoft® PO 65 contributes to the viscosity formation in cosmetic cleansing preparations such as shower gels, foam baths, shampoos, and baby products.

Plantacare® 1200 UP is a nonionic surfactant with good dermatological compatibility and viscosity-enhancing effects. It is therefore suitable for use as an additive or a co-surfactant in cosmetic surfactant cleansing preparations. It is a cloudy, viscous, aqueous solution of a C12 - C16 fatty alcohol polyglycolide.

Cosmedia® Triple C offers excellent thickening efficiency, emulsifying, and suspending performance. It has high shear thinning and easy spreading properties, as well as opacifying effects, and is suitable for hot or cold processing. With its truly outstanding sensory qualities, Cosmedia® Triple C is ideal not only for conditioners and other hair care products, but also for various body care concepts. Hair care products that provide a superior sensory experience become consumers’ favorites.

Tinogard® TL is a broad-spectrum UV light stabilizer that protects light-sensitive colorants, fragrances, and actives from photolytic degradation. It reduces the viscosity loss of acrylate-based gels and inhibits light-induced yellowing. Tinogard® TL is non-ionic, oil- and alcohol-soluble, and can be easily incorporated into oil- or aqua-based systems. It usually needs to be pre-mixed with a fragrance, emollient, non-ionic surfactant, or solubilizer.

Verdessence™ Tara is a 100% plant-based rheology modifier that enables the creation of smooth and shapely textures. It is suitable for verified eco-friendly aqueous and emulsion systems, acting as an effective thickener and texture enhancer. It also brings sustainability to the table with non-GMO sourcing, no preservatives, and a readily biodegradable composition.