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Imbue Shea™ is a micro emulsion that performs as a delivery system for shea. It is an ideal choice for a variety of products where intense moisture is the desired result. It is ideal for sprayable milks, wet wipe solutions, light lotions, rich creams, and conditioning hair products. It is particularly well suited for hair products that target coarse, dry and damaged hair.

INCI Name: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum

Functions: Carrier, Emulsifier

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Sustainable

Certifications & Compliance: USDA BioPreferred, USDA Certified Biobased

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

    Features & Benefits

    Key Attributes
    • 100% Biobased & Natural
    • Solubilizes actives and fragrances
    • Increases skin penetration of actives
    • Supports preservation efficacy
    • Water soluble
    • EWG range of 1
    • Extremely stable formulation
    • Function - Delivery systems, Emulsifiers
    Key Benefits
    • Featuring shea oil as its specialized ingredient, Imbue Shea™ provides moisturization and healing properties that prove beneficial for many skin issues
    • Shea oil contains vitamins A and E, which not only keep the skin in optimal health but also protect it from being damaged by the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation. These components give shea a mild sun protection factor (SPF)
    • Vitamin E also helps to soothe dry skin and improve the skin’s elasticity, making this oil a good anti-aging agent
    • Cost-effective
    • Achieve a wide range of viscosity
    • Melts at body temperature
    • Environmentally responsible
    • Excellent Skin Compatibility
    • Ideal for all Product Categories
    • Easy to Incorporate
    • Performance claims - Hair conditioning & Moisturizing

    Applications & Uses

    Hair Care Applications
    Skin Care Applications
    Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications
    Suggested Use Level
    2.0 - 50%
    Application pH Range
    4.5 - 7
    Applications
    • Green Line’s Imbue™ products serve as a base for microemulsions, which formulators can use to create advanced cosmetic products of superior quality and stability. Imbue™ products maintain system transparency at lower use levels, although they can be used up to 50% of the formulation. These products are instantly dispersible in water and do not require the heating and high shear during process that other emulsions do. Imbue Shea™ mitigates common formulation issues associated with shea oil, such as crystallization
    • Efficient, convenient, and easy-to-use Imbue Shea™ is ideal for a range of products. Ideal in formulations for the face and body, this versatile ingredient can be used from head to toe
    • Milks, Conditioners, Towelettes, Lotions, Serums

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Odor
    Characteristic
    Appearance
    White to yellow emulsion
    Dispersible in
    Water
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    pH7.0 - 8.0
    Specific Gravity0.900 - 1.100U.S. Standard Cup
    Viscosity200 - 1000cPBrookfield DV-1
    Temperature Range25 - 75°C
    Microbiological Values
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Total Aerobic Plate Countmax. 100PCPC
    Total Yeast & Mold Countmax. 100PCPC
    PathogensNegativeCTFA

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Technical Details & Test Data

    Formulating Guidelines

    Add Imbue Shea™ to the water phase and incorporate by mixing (cold process, no heat necessary)

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Packaging

    5 kg & 18 kg pail or 180 kg drum

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    12 Months