Products in Cosmetic Ingredients: Moisturizers

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3101 Elastomer Blend HIP Emulsion is a high-internal-phase emulsion of dimethicone crosspolymer in cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone intended to speed the development of skin care formulations containing these emollients. These emulsions have been prepared using a proprietary process to give a particle size similar to the silicone elastomer gels in the emulsion (average particle size 7 - 10 μ), and have been stabilized with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3100 Gum Blend HIP Emulsion is a High Internal Phase (HIP) emulsion of ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol in cyclopentasiloxane which provides emolliency and superior esthetics in skin care products. This product is water dilutable and can be easily incorporated into the water phase of a skin care formulation. DOWSIL 7-3100 Emulsion has been prepared with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

DOWSIL(TM) FZ-3196 Fluid is a caprylyl branched trisiloxane that offers a light silky feel, excellent spreadability, and moderate volatility. DOWSIL(TM) FZ-3196 Fluid also has excellent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients, which allows this product to offer a unique set of benefits. It can serve as a co-solubilizer between silicone and hydrocarbon fluids. It can improve the spreadability and reduce the tackiness of vegetable oils. DOWSIL(TM) FZ-3196 Fluid is effective as a carrier fluid for colored pigments and mineral UV filters. The excellent compatibility of DOWSIL(TM) FZ-3196 Fluid is also useful for removing makeup from the skin.

This product delivers light to strong conditioning to hair and controlled deposit of actives. It also enables the formulation of clear shampoos with no build-up on hair and avoids volume-down effects and is recommended for shampoos with submicron particle size silicones or those without silicones. Features & Benefits Substantive to hair and skin Medium to strong conditioning Enables deposition of silicone Minimal build-up on hair, volume friendly Hair repair Split end mending from anionic and amphoteric shampoo systems Can be formulated into clear shampoo systems Can be formulated into opacified shampoo systems

DOWSIL(TM) 5225C Formulation Aid is an emulsifier for the preparation of water-in-volatile silicone formulations. It is supplied as a 12.5% dispersion of active emulsifier in cyclopentasiloxane. DOWSIL(TM) 5225C Formulation Aid product can be used in a wide range of applications including hair care, skin care, sun care, color cosmetics, and antiperspirants & deodorants.

​​A bio-derived & biodegradable cationic cellulosic polymer that can be used as principal conditioning agent or in combination with other conditioning ingredients in conditioners, leave-on products and shampoos. Features & Benefits Provides equivalent hair conditioning to some silicones Enhances dry and wet hair combing especially on damaged hair Restores hair hydrophobicity Reduces hair breakage Improves hair alignment and manageability Enhances silicone deposition on hair especially on damaged hair Provides soft styling benefit (ie. curl retention) in leave-on formulations Ease of formulation – no emulsification needed Enables clear products Acts as rheology modifier Helps increase natural content of formulation

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1403 Fluid is a clear solution of ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol fluid in a low-viscosity dimethicone fluid. This product is suitable for vegans as it does not contain ingredients of animal origin. It is a silicone gum blend designed for hair care. It has a wide range of applications, including hand and body lotions, protective creams, color cosmetics, shower gels, sun creams and lotions, and moisturizing creams and lotions.

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3120 VFAP HIP Emulsion is a concentrated emulsion of dimethicone and trisiloxane which provides emolliency and superior esthetics in skin care products. This product is water dilutable and can be easily incorporated into the water phase of a skin care formulation. DOWSIL 7-3100 Emulsion has been prepared with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3118 EBAP HIP Emulsion is a high internal phase emulsion of dimethicone crosspolymer in cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone intended to speed the development of skin care formulations containing these emollients. These emulsions have been prepared using a proprietary process to give a particle size similar to the silicone elastomer gels in the emulsion (average particle size 7 - 10 μ), and have been stabilized with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

STEPANQUAT® GA 90 is a quaternary compound utilized as a conditioning agent in hair conditioners, skin care products, and household and industrial fabric softeners. It's derived from natural and plant-based sources, bio-based, and suitable for applications such as body washes, detanglers, fabric softeners, facial cleansers, hair conditioners, hair styling products, and textile softeners.

ESAFLOR® EC 5 is a cationic bio-based polymer, derived from guar gum, with low aqueous viscosity. Ideal for baby shampoos or thin hair. It ensures light conditioning rpoperties, without weighing hair down, perfect for volumizing and conditioning shampoos. Suitable also for cream rinses, bath and shower products and other personal care products. Physical form: powder, 100%

ESAFLOR® EC 4 is a cationic bio-based derivative of guar gum, with high molecular weight and medium cationic substitution. It is self-hydrating, requiring no pH adjustment for its dissolution in water. It offers optimal conditioning properties for hair and skin care products, as well as deposition of water-insoluble actives. Ideal for everyday-use shampoos. Suitable for conditioning shampoos, cream rinses, bath and shower products and other personal care products. Physical form: powder, 100%

ESAFLOR® EC 3 is a cationic bio-based derivative of guar gum, with high molecular weight and medium cationic substitution. It offers optimal conditioning properties for hair and skin care products, as well as deposition of water-insoluble actives. Ideal for everyday-use shampoos. Suitable for conditioning shampoos, cream rinses, bath and shower products and other personal care products. Physical form: powder, 100%

STEROL DBA is a lightweight, fast spreading emollient with superior solubilising properties of crystalline chemical UV filters. It delivers a smooth and silky texture, while effectively solubilising crystalline chemical UV filters and other lipid-soluble ingredients. It is a versatile ingredient with a wide range of applications, including sun care, skin care, baby care and color cosmetics.

Schercemol™ NGDO ester is a light emollient ester that offers slip, absorbency, and spreadability. It is commonly used for light moisturization in creams, lotions, makeup removers, aftershave products, and toners. This ester features excellent solvency and good slip and is recommended for use in moisturizers for oily skin. Schercemol™ NGDO ester can serve as a refreshing and non-volatile alternative to cyclomethicone.

Hydramol™ PGPD is an ester having distinctive solubility profiles, granting them uncommon performance attributes. From emolliency, lather, and viscosity in cleansing systems to luxurious esthetics from application to afterfeel in leave-on skin care. When combined with heavy emollients, they mitigate greasiness and improve rinseoff. And they can be used in crystal-clear aqueous formulations to deliver unexpected richness.

Schercemol™ SHS ester is a naturally-derived, soft emollient that liquefies upon contact with the skin. It has excellent spreading properties and is recommended for use in moisturizing lotions, hair pomades and conditioners, liquid make-up, cream powders, lipsticks, and lip glosses. Schercemol™ SHS ester is effective in lipsticks and cream makeup formulations as a viscosity builder, anti-tack agent, and anti-grease agent.

AlgaPūr™ High Stability High Oleic Algae Oil is one of the most stable liquid bio-based oils on the market, delivering versatility in eco-friendly formulations for skin and hair care. During a controlled manufacturing process, the algae efficiently convert simple sugars into triglyceride oils. This process takes place far from fragile ecosystems, resulting in minimal environmental impact while ensuring rapid scalability and reproducibility. AlgaPūr™ HSHO algae oil is a natural ingredient (according to ISO 16128), readily biodegradable, palm-free, suitable for halal and vegan formulations, and fully traceable. It can be combined with or replaced by typical vegetable oils and, in some instances, mineral oils. This novel ingredient won the 2021 BSB Innovation Award: 3rd prize, Natural Products category (Hair Care).

Schercemol™ CO ester is a light emollient ester known for its exceptional clarity and low odor, making it suitable for fragranced products. It has good solvency and imparts a non-oily feel. This ester is recommended for use in dry oil sprays, makeup removers, matte finish makeup, and moisturizers for oily skin.

Schercemol™ PTID ester is a naturally-derived, high-molecular-weight, large polymeric emollient ester designed for use in color cosmetics and skin care applications. Its super glossy and substantive characteristics make it an ideal candidate for lip gloss and lipstick formulations. As a moisturizer in skin care products, Schercemol™ PTID ester offers a smooth, cushiony, and long-lasting feel.

Schercemol™ 1818 ester is a naturally-derived long-chain ester known for its non-greasy, substantive emolliency, and luxurious softness on the skin. It imparts excellent slip and sheen and can be used to disperse pigments in color cosmetic applications such as eye shadow, lipsticks, greaseless suntan lotions, moisturizing facial creams, and fragrance sachets.

Lipochroman™ Molecule is a protective molecule renowned for its antioxidant prowess. As a potent protective agent, it scavenges free radicals and shields the skin from environmental damage. This light yellow to brown powder, available in solid form, boasts an array of benefits. From detoxifying properties to DNA and oxidation protection, Lipochroman™ Molecule delivers anti-pollution effects while improving skin appearance. Its encapsulated actives ensure UV protection, age and dark spot reduction, and overall anti-aging benefits, leaving the skin radiant and glowing.

Carbopol® Ultrez 21 polymer is an outstanding self-wetting rheology modifier known for its impressive electrolyte tolerance and high clarity. It is a white powder composed of a crosslinked copolymer of polyacrylic acid polymerized in a cosolvent system that prioritizes safety. Its self-wetting properties make it remarkably easy to use and process efficiently. As a highly efficient rheology modifier, it is capable of providing high viscosity and forming clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, creams, and lotions.

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.

BEAUTYSPHAERA® S is a unique urethane powder suitable for leave-on applications such as skin care, sun care and make-up. Physical form: powder

ESAFLOR® HM 22 is is a non-ionic, high molecular weight bio-based polymer, derived from guar gum. Excellent emulsification-aid for O/W emulsions, with optimal thickening and stabilizing properties. It works in sinergy with the cmost commonly used emulsifiers, helping delivering stable emulsions with tunable texture. A good compatibility with electrolytes completes its applicative behaviour. It also ensures a smooth skin feel, for a pleasant sensorial appeal. Physical form: powder, 100%

VISCOLAM® AT 100 P is a ready-to-use rheology modifier for O/W emulsions. It is not only a thickening agent, but also an excellent stabilizer and texturizing agent. It is a pre-neutralized, liquid polymer in inverse emulsion, easy to process and to handle. It is extremely versatile, with a broad pH compatibility, being suitable both for hair or skin care applications. It can be used to develop formulas of any consistency, from thin lotions to rich creams and butters. It guarantees a fresh and melting skin feel.Physical form: liquid

ALPICARE D 3 is a highly effective dispersant of natural origin, for inorganic pigments, powders and sun filters. Ideal for color cosmetics and suncreens, as well as emulsions with dispersed inorganic particles. Physical form: liquid, 100%

Bodyflux® Olive is a ceramide complex derived from organic olive oil for body and skin care applications. It is based on an environmentally friendly, biotechnology-based production process. It improves epidermal moisturization and offers the well-known benefits of Ceramide NP.

TEGO® Sterol KCS is a skin identical Cholesterol derivative. Naturally found in the extracellular lipid matrix in the stratum corneum. Re-enforce the natural skin barrier.

LACTIL® is a blend of humectants in aqueous solution adapting the "Natural Moisturizing Factor"(NMF) of human skin. Especially suitable for use in hydroregulative cosmetics.

SKINMIMICS® PRO MB is our new system solution for healthy aging. It is a synergistic and powerful combination of 7 different Ceramides embedded in a modern and globally applicable emulsifier system and without listed preservatives. Thanks to the combination of skin identical long chain Ceramides and short bioactive Ceramides, this product is the perfect solution for aging skin. It offers skin regeneration from within and an improved barrier function.

HyaCare® a biosynthetic, non-animal derived hyaluronic acid is available. HyaCare® is based on a unique production method by fermentation of a novel strain, Bacillus subtilis. In contrast to the commonly used strain Streptococcus equi, Bacillus subtilis is a safe and non-pathogenic host as. The compatibility and tissue-friendliness of hyaluronic acid allows it to be used in skin care products as an excellent moisturizer. It is one of the most hydrophilic molecules in nature and can be described as "Nature's moisturizer". This makes it an attractive active ingredient for various skin care applications.

SolAmaze® Natural solution is a novel bio-based, biodegradable product, containing a film-forming polymer that offers superior water resistance and pleasing aesthetics for high SPF emulsion sunscreens. SolAmaze® Natural solution is globally approved and was developed to maintain the performance of leading synthetic polymers while reducing the persistence in the environment.

Vertasil® TOCOPHERYLOXYPROPYLTRISILOXANE (TM-VE1) is a unique compound resulting from the insertion of tocopherol onto a silicone backbone. This product conditions skin, aiding moisture retention and leaving a long-lasting, smooth residual feel. Due to its solubility in a wide range of compounds, from castor oil to dimethicone/100cs, it can easily be incorporated into anhydrous lip products and emulsions.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Parsley Leaf In Propylene Glycol is a product from the umbelliferae/apiaceae plant family, with the Latin name Petroselinum crispum. Key chemical constituents include volatile oils, such as myristicin and apiole, flavonoids, phthalides, coumarins (including bergapten), and vitamins A, C, and E, as well as iron. This product serves functional roles in the categories of flavors and immune support within food, beverage, and dietary supplements. It is also utilized in the cosmetic and personal care industry, primarily for fragrance and skincare applications.