Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Soluble in
- Oils
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acid Value | max. 4.0 | mgKOH/g | AM2.02100 |
| C16:0 Palmitic Acid Content | max. 5.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C18:0 Stearic Acid Content | max. 5.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C18:1 Oleic Acid Content | 1.0-7.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C18:1 Ricinoleic Acid Content | 80-95 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C18:2 Linoleic Acid Content | 1.0-8.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C18:3 Linolenic Acid Content | max. 2.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| C20:1 Eicosenoic Acid Content | max. 2.0 | % | AM6.20100 |
| Iodine Value | 82-90 | g/100g | AM2.02300 |
| Peroxide Value | max. 10.0 | Meq O2 /Kg | AM2.02200 |
Technical Details & Test Data
- Additional Information
- Color or transparency of vegetable oils may evolve after production without affecting the properties of the product. In case of turbidity, filter before using.
- Additional Information
- A study showed that ricinoleic acid derivatives exhibited considerable antimicrobial activity; in fact, their activity against some micro-organisms was comparable to sorbic and 10-undecenoic acid, known antimicrobial agents. Thanks to its activity, castor oil can be used for the formulation of anti-acne skin treatment as well as for purifying hair care. A study indicates that topical application of ricinoleic acid, the main component of castor oil, exerts remarkable analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. The results of the study showed that ricinoleic acid may be seen as a new capsaicin-like, non-pungent anti-inflammatory agent suitable for peripheral application. Castor oil is a good emulsifier and emollient because it maintains its structure at extremely high and low temperatures. Castor oil is characterized by a high viscosity which makes this oil a great dispersible agent suitable in make-up formulations. Study showed that β-Sitosterol stimulates the growth of hair. Thanks to its efficacy, Castor oil could be suitable in hair care growth treatment as well as in eyelash growth products.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Storage and Handling
- To be stored in hermetically closed vessels at a temperature between 10°C and 25°C, and protected from direct light and humidity.