Products in Skin Actives: Thickener

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.

Sufrasoft HS100 is a versatile cosmetic ingredient designed for the personal care market, particularly in skincare applications within the beauty and care segment. Functioning as an amphoteric surfactant, it works effectively as a protective agent for the skin while boosting foam in formulations. Its multifunctional nature contributes to several benefits in skincare products, including enhanced foam and a soft, moisturizing feel. It also serves as a viscosity enhancer and promotes excellent stability in formulations, providing a high foaming effect. Notably, it is labeled as preservative-free and sulfate-free, catering to preferences for more natural and gentle skincare solutions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lexaine™ C MB is a premium cocamidopropyl betaine derived from coconut fatty acids. It is classified as an amphoteric surfactant whose primary function in a surfactant system is to modify viscosity and foam properties. When properly formulated, Lexaine™ C MB will effectively reduce irritation commonly associated with primary anionic surfactants and is well suited for low-irritation, high-foaming products.

Sensory Features(High Spreadability,Low Stickiness,High Film Forming Ability) / Rheological & Physical Features(High Uniformity of Aqueous Dispersion,Improved Elasticity, High Viscosity,High Suspending Ability,High Clarity) / Skin Barrier Functional Features(Moisturizing Skin,Reducing Irritation from external Irritants,Reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss,Preventing Skin from being damaged)

iThick DOE 120 is a natural glucose derivative from corn, acting as highefficient thickener in shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser and baby cleanser. It is especially applicable to some surfactants hardly to thicken. It causes no irritation to eyes, meanwhile significantly reduces irritation of whole formula.

iThick PTS150L is a complex high molecular weight ester designed as a premium performance thickener for aqueous surfactant systems. It is an excellent counter-irritant and producing mild surfactant formulations. It can replaced CDEA and CMEA effectively and mitigates surfactant irritation potential. Because of its easy-to-use liquid form, it can be readily formulated into shampoos, body washes, shower gels and liquid soaps or other soap based-products that are economical, as well as rheologically appealing.

iQuat Guar 14S is a quaternized water-soluble derivative from natural guar gum. It can form a “free breathing” film on hair and skin, and generate good protection, moisturization, condition and lubricity. It is easily dispersed in water due to extra surface treatment.

Selvol™ Ultalux FA Product InformationPerformance and Functionality for Anti-aging and Protective Skin Care FormulationsSelvol™ Ultalux FA polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) improves performance and functionality in face masks and peels, BB creams, anti-aging creams and lotions, deodorants/antiperspirants and scar treatment formulations. Ultalux FA offers a defined spectrum of the performance attributes that formulators require to manufacture select personal care products efficiently and effectively. As part of the Ultalux range of PVOH, the FA grade is tested for high quality and purity and is verified as non-irritating on skin.Selvol™ Ultalux FA FunctionsAdhesion promoterActives ingredient delivery (skin care)Film formerFixativeFoaming agentFragrance delivery agentLubricantSkin protectantSkin tighteningViscosity enhancementApplications of Selvol™ Ultalux FA in Personal Care FormulationsThis polyvinyl alcohol product can be used in anti-aging products, body washes, brow makeup, deodorants/ antiperspirants, ethnic hair care/weaves, eye lashes, eye liners, eye shadow, hair styling gels, mascara, facial masks and peels, pore strips, scar treatment.Selvol™ Ultalux FA Film and Solution 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 hours

This polybutene has a viscosity of 4000-4400.

Balanced mixture of long chain inulin with cellulose derived from cotton. Fiber thickener.

This polybutene has a viscosity of 200-240.

AGENAFLO 9050 is a lipophilic (= hydrophobically modified) waxy corn starch. Common uses include lotions, creams, sunscreens, deodorants, and mineral cosmetics. AGENAFLO 9050 absorbs excess moisture and sebum without whitening. It reduces tackiness and greasiness while giving skin a velvety appearance.

SENSOCEL® bc 1000 is a long fiber with a particle size of 700 µm obtained from natural bamboo cellulose. The long bamboo fiber is a natural and sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers in color cosmetics and leads to a considerable lash extension in mascaras. In skin care applications SENSOCEL® bc 1000 creates a “balling effect” for a soft and gentle cleansing of the skin and ensures a controlled moisture regulation in cosmetic masks.

Actique™ Hyal 1% is a premade 1% solution of fermentation-derived sodium hyaluronate powder and water for your formulating needs. Using Actique™ Hyal 1% is a faster way to add sodium hyaluronate to your formulation without waiting for the gelling powder to completely hydrate.

preBIULIN C90 is a prebiotic emulsion stabilizer and thickener based on purified native inulin derived from chicory root. It is a natural replacement for acrylate-based thickeners with additional benefits, such as enabling thickening of SLS-free surfactant systems, high versatility because of its salt resistance and it functions over a wide pH range. PreBIULIN C90 further provides hair and skin conditioning benefits. It is a well-suited addition to a microbiome-based product. PreBIULIN C90 is a product from Gobiotics.

Actique™ Hyal Mini is a fermentation-derived low molecular weight sodium hyaluronate powder. As HA is mostly used in anti-aging skin care formulations, low molecular weight HA has been shown to increase the moisture level of damaged skin and accelerate damage repair. Actique™ Hyal Mini is an oligosaccharide of HA with excellent skin absorption, hydration and anti-wrinkle benefits. With a MW <10,000 Da., Actique™ Hyal Mini penetrates into the stratum corneum, keeping water inside to sustain the hydration effect for 3 days or longer after application. Actique™ Hyal Mini is also known to provide a “double hydration” effect from the outside in when used with high MW sodium hyaluronate powder.

Hydra Synol® DOI is a natural (COSMOS, Ecocert) smart lipophilic hydrator and skin barrier builder. Stimulating Aquaporins-3, it provides long-lasting hydration (>48 hours) and contributes to maintain a heatlhy barrier function by up-regulating tight junctions, desmosomes and ceramide synthase.

This polybutene has a viscosity of 3000 - 3400 cps.

This polybutene has a viscosity of 26-34.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

Nuwen Sea Lettuce grows in shallow waters, which encourages chlorophyll synthesis, thanks to a great light exposition. The intense green color of Sea lettuce is linked to its high chlorophyll concentration. This alga is tolerant towards pollution and industrial effluents, which can explain why it grows close to human activity areas, such as marine port for example.Ulva sp. includes a set of algae with similar macroscopic features. Ulva lactuca is part of this family and is widely present in Brittany. Ulva sp is also commonly named Sea lettuce'.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

Nylonpoly® WL 10 AF is a Nylon-12 powder with an Hydrogenated Polydecene surface treatment. It gives additional softness and emolliency to powder and emulsion formulations. It also further enhances the pressability in powder formulations. Nylonpoly® products are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and soft feel. These particles form elevations when applied onto the skin which prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.

GUAR 14S is a quaternized water-soluble derivative from natural guar gum. It can form a “free breathing” film on hair and skin, and generate good protection, moisturization, condition and lubricity. It is easily dispersed in water due to extra surface treatment.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield. Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

NYLONPOLY® is a range of Nylon-12 powders with different sizes and surface treatments. Nylonpolys are also available with encapsulated actives such as vitamin E and Q10. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied onto the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti- pollution shield. Nylonpolys are used as texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a mattifying effect to emulsions and powder applications. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpolys can stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpolys. Nylonpolys can also be used as a fragrance or active delivery system as they can absorb liquids 25% of their own weight. The fragrance will get slowly released as it evaporates from the Nylonpolys due to the heat of the skin, and actives get released depending on their characteristics in relation to those of the skin and the Nylonpoly® sphere. Fragrance and active loaded Nylonpolys are available as custom tailored projects.

Lachemi Chemorgs La'LACT is effective against microorganisms causing skin disorders like dandruff, Body odor, Athletes Foot, Achne Impure Skin. and having multi functional properties like skin feel enhancer, Co-emulsifier, Improves softness, Viscocity builder.

NYLONPOLY® is a range of Nylon-12 powders with different sizes and surface treatments. Nylonpolys are also available with encapsulated actives such as vitamin E and Q10. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied onto the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti- pollution shield. Nylonpolys are used as texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a mattifying effect to emulsions and powder applications. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpolys can stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpolys. Nylonpolys can also be used as a fragrance or active delivery system as they can absorb liquids 25% of their own weight. The fragrance will get slowly released as it evaporates from the Nylonpolys due to the heat of the skin, and actives get released depending on their characteristics in relation to those of the skin and the Nylonpoly® sphere. Fragrance and active loaded Nylonpolys are available as custom tailored projects.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.

NYLONPOLY® COLOR is a range of Nylon-6 powders with different sizes and colors. Nylonpolys are spherical particles with a sponge-like structure and a soft feel. These particles form elevations on the surface of emulsion when the emulsion is applied on the skin. These elevations prevent airborne particles from attaching onto the surface giving the skin an anti-pollution shield.Nylonpoly® Color are used as colorant, texturizing agents, dry binders and emulsion stabilizers. They also give a high mattifying effect to all formulations. The spherical shape and sponge-like structure give a soft feel and enhanced spreadability. Nylonpoly® Color can also stabilize emulsions by hindering Brownian movement. This is due to the particle size and density of Nylonpoly®.