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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Highlights
- MEADOWESTOLIDE is a unique, functionally significant derivative of Meadowfoam Seed Oil. The development of this estolide represents a new level of advanced ingredient technology. The estolide is a dimeric molecule, which is structurally sophisticated and functionally active.
- MEADOWESTOLIDE provides measureable and meaningful consumer benefits. In hair, the estolide improves intra-fiber moisture retention and thereby imparts protection from thermal damage, while restoring the elasticity and reducing the coefficient of friction of the hair cuticle surface to prevent mechanical damage.
- In skincare systems, MEADOWESTOLIDE helps to adjust the hydration levels of the interstitial spaces and provides significant moisturization benefits. These benefits are often perceived as softer, more pliant tissue. Initial investigations suggest that the estolide will prove to be a very important agent in protecting skin from the damaging effects of a variety of common causes.
- MEADOWESTOLIDE has been incorporated into decorative cosmetics where significant attributes were observed including improved elegance in product texture and, in the case of pigment delivery, considerably better color “pay-off”.
- Product Properties
- Provides measureable and meaningful consumer benefits
- Improves intra-fiber moisture retention
- Imparts protection from thermal damage
- Restores elasticity to hair
- Reduces coefficient of friction on skin and hair
- Helps adjust hydration levels of interstitial spaces and provides skin moisturization and protection benefits
- Contributes to an elegant after-feel
- Improves elegance and texture of products
- Enhances pigment delivery and color “pay-off”
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 0.1-10%
- Recommended Uses & Known Applications
- Hair Shampoo
- Hair Conditioner
- Hair Setting Aid
- Hair Relaxer
- Hair Dye
- Decorative Cosmetics
- Skin Creams and Lotions
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Color (Gardner) | max. 12 | — | — |
| Viscosity at 40°C | max. 250 | — | — |
| Density | 0.88-0.94 | — | — |
| Refractive Index | 1.455-1.475 | — | — |
| Iodine Number | 40-70 | — | — |
| Acid Number | 50-100 | — | — |
| Specific gravity at 25°C | 0.88-0.94 | — | — |
| Molecular Weight | 620.0 | — | — |
| Color | max. 12 | Gardner | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Product Quality Assurance
Since 1992 the company is a holder of the ISO 9001 / ISO 9002 certificates, which guarantees that all operations are conducted according to the stipulated standards.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Product Sustainability
MEADOWESTOLIDE is a raw material approved by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the Ecocert standard for Natural and Organic Cosmetics. MEADOWESTOLIDE is a raw material approved by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the COSMOS Standard.
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
Keep container sealed and store at room temperature. MEADOWESTOLIDE may form a precipitate during winter months. It should be warmed to 35°C and mixed before use to ensure homogeneity.
- Shelf life
MEADOWESTOLIDE has a shelf life of 2 (two) years from date of manufacture.