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Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Highlights
- SeaBalance is an anionic, broad-spectrum organic emulsifier.
- It is the world’s first seaweed-based cosmetic emulsifier and is extracted through a non-biotech process of drying, cleaning and treating the Sargassum to isolate solid extract.
- Exhibits a very efficient, low-use rate that works with a wide range of emollients. It offers a smooth texture with minimal oil.
- It is suitable for both cold and hot processes. It is a unique and superior alternative to plant-based emulsifiers such as lecithin or beeswax.
- SeaBalance is recommended for use in cosmetics and skin-care products. It is a natural, PEG-free, non-toxic and COSMOS approved raw material.
- Product Features
Sustainability
- Made from one of the world's most regenerative materials.
- Prevents methane emissions.
- Natural, PEG-free and non-toxic manufacturing process.
Workability
- Works with both cold and hot processes.
- No need for co-emulsifiers.
- Creates emulsions with exceptionally light skin feel
- Emulsion viscosity range 100 – 24,800 cP
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 3 - 6 %
- Usage
- Typical use rate between 3 - 6 %.
- Works with 10 - 40 % oil concentration in non-polar, and low, medium and high polarity oils.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Pale green viscous paste
- Odor
- Mild to moderate odor that disappears with lower pH
- Miscible in
- Water, Alcohol
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
- Composition
- Heavy Metals
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| pH of Emulsifier | 9 | - | - |
| pH of Emulsifier (10% W/W Water Solution) | 8.0 - 10.0 | ||
| pH Range for Formulation | 3.5 - 9.0 | - | - |
| Viscosity of Formulations | 100 - 24,800 | mPa-s | |
| Moisture Content | 93 | % | - |
| Use of Preservatives | 5 | % | - |
| Miscibility in Water | 100 | % | |
| Miscibility in Alcohol | 100 | % | |
| Viscosity of Emulsifier (10% W/W Water Solution) | 400 - 800 | mPa.s | |
| Dry Matter | min. 14 | % |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Total aerobic count | max. 100 | CFU | |
| Total mold count | max. 100 | CFU | |
| Total yeast count | max. 100 | CFU |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Sargassum Fluitans/Natans Extract | 85 - 90 | % | |
| Xanthan Gum | 5 - 10 | % | |
| Pentylene Glycol | 0.1 - 5 | % |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arsenic Content | max. 1.5 | ppm | ICP mass spectrometry |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Technical Details & Test Data
- Technical Information
- When working with nonpolar emollients, the amount of emulsifier required is normally below 20% of the emollient phase (i.e., <4% emulsifier for 20% oil).
- When working with polar emollients, the amount of emulsifier required is normally above 20 % of the emollient phase for optimal results.
- When working with pH below 6, the amount of emulsifier required is normally above 20 % of the emollient phase for optimal results.
- When formulating, dissolve the emulsifier in your aqueous phase and homogenize the solution for about 3 minutes. Add your emollient to the aqueous mix while under homogenization. Continue homogenization for about 3 minutes.
- Versatile Emulsifier
SeaBalance 2000 emulsifies a wide range of oils.
Appearance Stability RT 40°C Caprylic Capric Triglyceride
Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Grapeseed Oil Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Sunflower Oil Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Octyldodecanol Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Coco Caprylate Caprate
Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Squalane Fluid Cream >M3 >M3 Formula tested: 3.5-5.5% SeaBalance 2000, 10-25% Oil, 0.5% Pentylene Glycol, Water q.s 100%
SeaBalance 2000 behavior in presence of electrolytes
- SeaBalance 2000 shows excellent resistance to electrolytes. Compatibility with NaCl (up to 500mM) and CaCl2 (up to 50mM) has successfully been tested.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
- 15 Kg (Packaged in 5 Gal Bucket)
- Samples are shipped in 200g glass jars
- Samples are shipped in glass containers. Packaging for larger shipments is negotiable
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 Years
- Storage and Handling Information
- Store in a cool and dark place.
- Two (2) year shelf life under ambient conditions.
- For long-term storage of SeaBalance 2000, if the product is exposed to air it tends to dry out and a slight change in the odor intensity may be noticed. It is recommended to cover SeaBalance 2000 material with plastic wrap to eliminate as much air space as possible before sealing with the lid.