Selvol™ Ultalux FF

Selvol™ Ultalux FF Product InformationLending Adhesive and Film-forming Properties to Personal Care FormulationsSelvol™ Ultalux FF polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is a high molecular weight film former and adhesion promoter that can be used in a wide range of personal care applications including peelable masks, multipurpose creams, body washes, sun screens, and many other cosmetics. As part of the Ultalux range of PVOH, the FF grade is tested for high quality and purity and has been determined to be non-irritating in skin care formulations.Selvol™ Ultalux FF FunctionsAdhesion promoterFilm formerFixativeFoaming promoterFragrance deliveryLubricantViscosity enhancement/controlApplications of Selvol™ Ultalux FF in Personal Care FormulationsThis polyvinyl alcohol product can be used in brow makeup, anti-aging products, body washes, ethnic hair care/weaves, eye lashes, eye liners, eye shadow, hair styling gels, mascara, facial masks and peels, pore strips, scar treatment and shampoos/conditioners.Selvol™ Ultalux FF Properties1. Viscosity of a 15% solution, 20°C2. 4% Aqueous Solution3. Tensile properties and adhesion were measured on films containing 12% PVOH and 3% glycerin after casting and drying in a controlled temperature and humidity room for 24 hoursBlack Mascara Formulation with Selvol™ Ultalux FFSelvol™ Ultalux FF in black mascara formulations serves as an adhesion promoter, film former and viscosity control agent.ProcedureVessel 1: Combine Water, Selvol™ Ultalux FF, Trisodium EDTA, Glycerin and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes or until solids are no longer present; transfer to Vessel 2Vessel 2: Combine Water, 2.3% Carbomer 940 Solution, Iron Oxide Black and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes and then cool mixture to 28°- 35°C before adding Vessels 3 and 4Vessel 3: Combine Ethanol and Methylparaben in a beaker, mix on a stir plate for 30 minutes or until Methylparaben has completely wet out into the Ethanol; Add mixture to Vessel 2Vessel 4: Combine Triethanolamine and Water in a beaker, mix on stir plate for 30 minutes or until TEA has completely wet out into the Water; Add mixture to Vessel 2Typical PropertiesAppearance: Black, tacky cream/liquid