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Potenza® Guard CLO+

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Potenza® Guard CLO+ is a new delivery system of clove oil using microencapsulated technology for the design of unique and innovative formulations. Potenza® Guard CLO+ microcapsule suspensions are easy to formulate and are compatible with a broad range of ingredients. Potenza® Guard CLO+ microcapsules are loaded with 25% Clove Essential oil. It will stabilize and protect the properties of the potent Clove Oil, prevents degradation in cosmetic & personal care formulations. The Clove essential oil is released by applying a mechanical pressure that breaks the polymeric shell while rubbing the cosmetic formulation onto skin.

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: Plant-Based

Benefit Claims: Anti-Fungal, Antimicrobial, Compatibility, Ease of Formulation, Encapsulated Actives, Enhanced Shelf Life, Improved Stability, Light Feel, Non-Greasy Feel, Stabilizing, Superior Performance

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Formulation Benefits
  • Anti-fungal
  • Antimicrobial
  • Provides light and non-greasy formulation
  • Improved stability and reduce incompatibility of ingredients  
  • Active is released upon rubbing with skin
  • Improves product performance and shelf life
  • Increased speed to market through easy formulation

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Application and Recommended Use Level
Application Active Recommended Use Level (w/w)
Spray/Lotion/Cream Clove oil 1% to 30%
Formulation Guidelines

Typically the easiest way to incorporate Potenza Guard CLO+ is to simply add it as the last ingredient and stir. Withholding some water from the formulation to be added to the Potenza Guard CLO+ on a 1:1 basis prior to addition can be helpful.

Properties

Physical Form

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Product Form

Potenza Guard CLO+ is delivered as a suspension in water in 10kg, 20kg, 200kg and 1000kg packs.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Product can be stored for 12 months at 35°C without loss of performance.
Potenza® will cake and thicken over time. Insertion of a paddle stirrer at slow to medium speed will redisperse the material easily over 1 or 2 hours.