Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Carrier
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 659-40-5
- EC No.
- 211-533-5
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Product Highlights
There is a multifactor etiology of dandruff but it is generally accepted that the most common cause is probably the fungus Malassezia furfur (previously known as Pityrosporum ovale). A species of yeast found in superficial epidermal scales and hair follicles on oily skin, of borderline pathogenicity; may cause seborrheic dermatitis associated with immune deficiency.
As the fungus requires fat to grow, it is most common in areas with many sebaceous glands: on the scalp, face, and upper part of the body. When the fungus grows too rapidly, the natural renewal of cells is disturbed and dandruff appears with itching (a similar process may also occur with other fungi or bacteria).
Other factors can influence the state of dandruff such as:- Hormonal imbalances
- Season (most severe during the winter),
- Use of alkaline soaps,
- Infrequent shampoo of hair or inadequate rinsing, excessive perspiration,
- Stress, anxiety and tension
- Properties
Diisethionate is a proven antimicrobial agent, used in topical, ophthalmic and oral preparations for many years.
Clinical efficacy and safety have been demonstrated in several clinical trials and with widespread use in people of all ages (The Merck Index, 11th Ed.)
Hexamidine is well known and widely used for its broad spectrum microbiostatic and microbiocidal activity, both immediate and residual, against gram positive and negative bacteria, anaerobes, fungi / yeast and protozoa viruses.
Hexamidine Diisethionate has a good cutaneous-mucous local tolerance and has an excellent security coefficient (safe and effective) compared to other antiseptics.It remains active in the presence of sebum and acts as an anti-irritant for the skin. Its specific antimicrobial activity is not affected by the presence of abundant cutaneous secretions, especially in the cases of oily or acne-prone skin types.
Applications & Uses
- Hair Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Use Level
- 0.5% - 1.25%
- Cosmetic Use
- Anti-dandruff
- Hair care lotions
- Treatments for oily hair
- Oily skin care with acneic tendency
- Cosmetic preservative
- Deodorant
Properties
- Soluble in
- Water, Ethanol
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance