Verdessence

BASF Brand

Supplier:BASF

Products:5

INCI Name:Xanthan Gum
Functions:Stabilizer, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier
Labeling Claims:Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Cold Processable, From Renewable Resources, Non-GMO, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefit Claims:Good Rheological Properties, Improves Clarity, Cleansing, Viscosity Boosting, Stabilizing, Sensory Enhancement, Improved Thickness, Ease of Styling

Verdessence™ Xanthan (formerly Rheocare XGN) is a crystal-clear polymer that efficiently thickens and stabilizes emulsions and surfactant-based formulations, providing excellent viscosity that is boosted by electrolytes like NaCl. This vegan-compatible xanthan gum is produced from 100% renewable feedstocks, is cold-processable, preservative-free, and eligible for COSMOS approval. It is ideal for clear, high-viscosity formulations with pH values greater than 5.5, including fashionable shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers, as well as modern tooth gels.

Verdessence™ Tara

INCI Name:Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Functions:Thickener, Viscosity Modifier, Texturizing Agent
Labeling Claims:Non-GMO, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Plant-Based, Biodegradable, Naturally Derived, Environmentally Friendly, Preservative-free
Certifications & Compliance:NaTrue, COSMOS
Benefit Claims:Improved Thickness, Texturizing, Ease of Styling, Smooth Texture, Improved Texture, Good Rheological Properties, After-Sun Repair, Cleansing, Sun Protection

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.

Verdessence™ Alginate

INCI Name:Algin
Ingredient Origin:Vegetable Origin, Plant Origin, Natural Origin
Functions:Hair Fixative, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier
Labeling Claims:Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Nanomaterials-free, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Naturally Derived, Natural, Additive-free, Solvent-free, Non-GMO, GMO-free, Irradiation-free, Antioxidants-free, Preservative-free, Cold Processable, CMR Substances-free, From Renewable Resources
Certifications & Compliance:EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, CITES Compliant, NPA Certified, ISO 9001, COSMOS, NaTrue, REACH (Europe)
Benefit Claims:Good Rheological Properties, Moisturizing, Viscosity Boosting, Strong Hold, Shine & Radiance, Suppleness, Ease of Styling, Curl Retention, Hydrating, Long Lasting, Cleansing, Soft After-Feel, Versatility, Outstanding Skin feel, Sensory Enhancement, Fixative

Verdessence™ Alginate (formerly Hydagen® 558P) is an algae-based, natural rheology modifier that also provides an enhanced feel on the skin, making it suitable for skin care formats. In hair applications, it acts as a multifunctional styling fixative and rheology modifier, providing a natural hold and long-lasting curl definition, even in high humidity.

Verdessence™ Glucomannan

INCI Name:Glucomannan
Ingredient Origin:Vegetable Origin, Plant Origin, Natural Origin
Functions:Texturizing Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier
Labeling Claims:Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Nanomaterials-free, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Biodegradable, Naturally Derived, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Additive-free, Solvent-free, Non-GMO, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, GMO-free, Irradiation-free, Antioxidants-free, Preservative-free, Cold Processable, CMR Substances-free, From Renewable Resources
Certifications & Compliance:EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, CITES Compliant, ISO 9001, COSMOS, REACH (Europe)
Benefit Claims:Good Electrolyte Tolerance, Good Gelling Properties, Soft Feel, Texturizing, Prevents Agglomeration, Good Rheological Properties, Smooth Feel, Cooling Effect, Skin Microbiome, Improved Thickness, Film Forming, Easy To Handle, Translucency, After-Sun Repair, Cleansing, High Quality

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.

Verdessence™ RiceTouch

INCI Name:Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Ingredient Origin:Vegetable Origin, Plant Origin, Natural Origin
Functions:Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Nanomaterials-free, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Biodegradable, Naturally Derived, Natural, Additive-free, Organic, Solvent-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Plant-Based, GMO-free, Irradiation-free, Antioxidants-free, Preservative-free, CMR Substances-free, From Renewable Resources
Certifications & Compliance:EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, ISO 16128, CITES Compliant, ISO 9001, COSMOS, EU Ecolabel, NaTrue, Nordic Swan Ecolabel, REACH (Europe)
Benefit Claims:Good Rheological Properties, Smooth Feel, Reduces Stickiness, Light Feel, Ease of Styling, Powdery Feel, Cleansing, High Quality, Mattifying Effect, Sensory Enhancement, Sun Protection, Non-Greasy Feel

Verdessence™ RiceTouch is a 100% plant-based sensory powder that offers a powdery, light, and smooth skin-feel, with a small particle size, making it ideal for matte-type cosmetics. It is perfectly suitable for natural and organic cosmetics, and can be used in applications such as skin care, cleanser, sun care, hair care, bath and body, and face care.

Knowde Brand Summary

Identification

Chemical Family: Polysaccharides
Fragrance: Yarrow
Fragrance Family: Floral
INCI Name: Algin,
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum,
Glucomannan,
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch,
Xanthan Gum
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin,
Plant Origin,
Vegetable Origin
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Functionals
Film Formers,
Rheology Modifiers,
Sensory Modifiers,
Stabilizers,
Texturizers & Fillers
Vitamins, Extracts & Oils
Botanical Ingredients & Extracts
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Hair Fixative,
Sensory Additive,
Stabilizer,
Texturizing Agent,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: After-Sun Repair,
Cleansing,
Cooling Effect,
Curl Retention,
Ease of Styling,
Easy To Handle,
Film Forming,
Fixative,
Good Electrolyte Tolerance,
Good Gelling Properties,
Good Rheological Properties,
High Quality,
Hydrating,
Improved Texture,
Improved Thickness,
Improves Clarity,
Light Feel,
Long Lasting,
Mattifying Effect,
Moisturizing,
Non-Greasy Feel,
Outstanding Skin feel,
Powdery Feel,
Prevents Agglomeration,
Reduces Stickiness,
Sensory Enhancement,
Shine & Radiance,
Skin Microbiome,
Smooth Feel,
Smooth Texture,
Soft After-Feel,
Soft Feel,
Stabilizing,
Strong Hold,
Sun Protection,
Suppleness,
Texturizing,
Translucency,
Versatility,
Viscosity Boosting
Labeling Claims: Additive-free,
Antioxidants-free,
Biodegradable,
CMR Substances-free,
Clean at Sephora,
Cold Processable,
Credo Clean Standard,
Environmentally Friendly,
From Renewable Resources,
GMO-free,
Irradiation-free,
Nanomaterials-free,
Natural,
Naturally Derived,
Non-GMO,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Organic,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free,
Solvent-free,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets: HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications: Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Baby Care,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Oral Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Home Care
Pet Care
Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format: Bar,
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Masks,
Rinse Off,
Roll On,
Serum
AP/Deo Applications: Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Bath & Shower Applications: Bar Soaps,
Body Wash,
Foot Cleansers,
Liquid Soap,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications: Curl Enhancing Products,
Hair Color,
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Styling Products,
Hair Treatment & Repair,
Shampoos & Rinses
Oral Care Applications: Mouthwash,
Toothpaste
Personal Hygiene Applications: Hand Cleansers,
Hand Soap
Skin Care Applications: Face Cream,
Facial Cleanser,
Facial Sheet Mask,
Hand Cream,
Skin Cleanser,
Skin Gel,
Skin Serums
Sun Care Applications: After Sun Products