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SEPIWHITE™ MSH
INCI Name:
Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine
Functions:
Brightening Agent, Whitening Agent
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic
Benefit Claims:
Redness Reduction, Shine & Radiance, Spot Prevention, Brightening, Melanin Reduction, Skin Whitening, Age & Dark Spot Reduction, Skin Lightening
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, ECOCERT, COSMOS, Organic Certified
Sepiwhite MSH is an Aminovector of phenylalanine, key amino acid of the melanogenesis vectorized to block the melanin synthesis. Efficient on all skin phototypes, it brightens the skin, reduces dark spots, and gives a luminous and uniform complexion.
SEPIMAX™ ZEN
INCI Name:
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Functions:
Stabilizer, Viscosity Modifier, Suspending Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Synthetic
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefit Claims:
Rich Feel, Good Consistency, Formula Stability
Produced using a disruptive innovation patented by SEPPIC, SEPIMAX ZEN™ is a next-generation thickening, stabilizing and texturizing powder polymer. It has a MAXimal resistance to electrolytes and can be used to formulate with greater creativity and peace of mind. SEPIMAX ZEN™ is the perfect polymer for building the “chassis” of formulations and addressing the challenge of stress-inducing and difficult active ingredients. It forms transparent gels with a velvety, rich and elegant feel. It is versatile and can be used in both skin care and hygiene products.
SEPIGEL 305™
INCI Name:
Polyacrylamide, Laureth-7, C13-14 Isoparaffin
Functions:
Emulsion Stabilizer, Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier, Stabilizer
Ingredient Origin:
Synthetic
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefit Claims:
Spreadability, Good Consistency, Formula Stability, Texturizing
The pioneering SEPIGEL 305™ was the first multifunctional and liquid polymer in cosmetics produced by inverse emulsion polymerization. Pre-neutralized and effective over a wide pH range, SEPIGEL 305™ has revolutionized formulation habits. It is not only a thickening agent, but also an excellent stabilizer and texturizing agent. These properties have paved the way for new sensory benefits.
SIMULGEL™ NS
INCI Name:
Squalane, Polysorbate 60, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Functions:
Emulsion Stabilizer, Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier, Stabilizer
Labeling Claims:
Natural, Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
SIMULGEL™ NS is a liquid polymer derived from the Ecodesign development intended to reduce environmental impact, one of SEPPIC’s three CSR pillars. It is a vegetable origin squalane-based thickening-stablizing-texturizing polymer. It contains 61% renewable carbon. Furthermore, it is synthesized by inverse emulsion polymerization. This is a solvent-free, energy efficient manufacturing process technology. Versatile and environmentally-friendly, SIMULGEL™ NS is used to develop formulas of any consistency, with a fresh and melting skin feel.
AQUAXYL™
INCI Name:
Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Functions:
Restoring Agent, Anti-Aging Agent, Protective Agent, Moisturizing Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, Organic Certified, COSMOS, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Replenishing, Moisturizing, Highly Restructuring, Anti-Aging
AQUAXYL™, the power of a patented sweetened combination, optimizes the skin's hydrous flow. Its mechanism of action identified by cosmetogenomics, controls water circulation and reserves. “Anti-dehydration shield” action: Aquaxyl reinforces the synthesis of essential lipids and proteins involved in the organization of the corneus layer.
LIPACIDE™ C8G
INCI Name:
Capryloyl Glycine
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Functions:
Anti-Dandruff Agent, Anti-Microbial Agent, Protective Agent, Sebum Regulator
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
Organic Certified, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Purifying, Anti-Dandruff
Synonyms:
2-octanamidoacetic acid, Caprylylglycine, N-(1-Oxooctyl)glycine
LIPACIDE™ C8G is a biovector of Glycine, offering skin protection & regulation by restoring the "acidic layer". It fights against the proliferation of the germs responsible for skin and hair problems. It provides deodorant, anti-dandruff, anti-sebum and anti-irritation actions and allows to formulate with low concentrations of preservative.
SEPILIFT™ DPHP
INCI Name:
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Functions:
Anti-Aging Agent, Firming Agent, Moisturizing Agent
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, Organic Certified, COSMOS, ECOCERT, Book & Claim Credits
Benefit Claims:
Firming, Moisturizing, Highly Restructuring, Anti-Aging, Anti-Stretch Marks, Plumping
SEPILIFT™ DPHP is a Lipoaminoacid hydroxyproline biovector with anti-aging properties, moisturizing, firming and restructuring. It moisturizes and smoothes the signs of age (effectiveness proven in vivo :reduction of wrinkles : -32% versus placebo). It firms the tissues by stimulating the contraction of collagen fibers, by protecting the skin fibers from enzymatic lysis and by protecting frmo free radicals. Multiple modes of action against the markers of skin aging. Effectiveness proven on volunteers compared to a recognized anti-aging reference product.
SIMULGEL™ 600
INCI Name:
Polysorbate 80, Isohexadecane, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Functions:
Emulsion Stabilizer, Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier, Stabilizer
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
SIMULGEL™ 600 is a liquid polymer produced by inverse emulsion polymerization. This is a solvent-free, energy efficient manufacturing process technology. Similar to SEPIGEL 305™ in terms of application properties, SIMULGEL™ 600 can be used to formulate soft and smooth textures.
SEPICONTROL™ A5
INCI Name:
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Sarcosine, Capryloyl Glycine
Functions:
Anti-Inflammatory, Sebum Regulator, Absorbent, Anti-Microbial Agent, Protective Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Clean at Sephora
Benefit Claims:
Purifying, Anti-Inflammatory
Dermo protecting and purifying active ingredient that restores the balance to acne-prone oily skin by reducing the number of blackheads and the sebum level. SEPICONTROL™ A5 is a sebo-regulator that targets and combats the major causes of skin imbalance and acne. Purified skin is thus enhanced!
SOLAGUM™ TARA
INCI Name:
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Functions:
Hair Fixative, Film Former, Viscosity Modifier
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Ethylene Oxide-free, Natural, Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, Organic Certified, COSMOS, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Color & Look, Aesthethic Enhancement, Good Consistency, Formula Stability, Soft Feel, Texturizing
SOLAGUM™ TARA is a 100% natural gum in powder form. This non-ionic polysaccharide hydrates instantly in water and can be used hot or cold. Recommended for medium or thick consistency formulations, it is ideal for “chassis” formulas due to its high resistance to electrolytes. It also acts as a texturizing agent by providing a structuring effect and a very soft feel. It is versatile and can be used in both skin care and hygiene products.
SENSANOV™ WR
INCI Name:
C20-22 Alcohols, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
Functions:
Water Repellent, Emulsifier, Film Former, Matting Agent, Stabilizer, Emulsifier (O/W)
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Clean at Sephora, Solvent-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Versatile O/W anionic emulsifier with a velvety, powdery feel, for light textures: from spray to fluid cream. Its intrinsic water-resistant properties make the SENSANOV WR emulsifier an additive of choice to formulate suncare and makeup emulsions.
VOLUFORM™
INCI Name:
Palmitoyl Isoleucine
Functions:
Firming Agent, Cleansing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Natural Origin
Labeling Claims:
Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard
Benefit Claims:
Wrinkle Prevention, Anti-Aging, Botox-Like, Firming
Certifications & Compliance:
ECOCERT, Organic Certified
VOLUFORM™ is the Aminovector™ solution for lifting the skin. Derived from Isoleucine, an essential amino acid known for its ability to support tissue repair and lift vital proteins on the skin. VOLUFORM™ is a natural alternative to lipofilling as it has the ability to fill wrinkles and reshape volume of the cheeks. The “volufirming technology” works to: plump, targeting the adipocytes for cellular volume and firm, targeting the fibroblasts to restore the dynamic contractile strength. Facial skin has improved elasticity. Also effective for bust volume for push up effect.
SEPIPLUS™ S
INCI Name:
Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Functions:
Stabilizer, Emulsion Stabilizer, Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefit Claims:
Silky Feel, Long Lasting, Spreadability, Ready-To-Use, Good Consistency, Formula Stability, Texturizing
SEPIPLUS™ S is a liquid polymer produced by inverse emulsion polymerization. This is a solvent-free, energy efficient manufacturing process technology. In concentrated form, the transport of water can be reduced in comparison to standard (non-concentrated) grades. Ultra-versatile in the formulation process, SEPIPLUS™ S offers excellent resistance to electrolytes. It can be used to formulate soft and rich textures that impart absolute comfort to the skin.
LIPACIDE™ UG
INCI Name:
Undecylenoyl Glycine
Functions:
Absorbent, Anti-Dandruff Agent, Cleansing Agent, Anti-Microbial Agent, Protective Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
Organic Certified, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Purifying, Anti-Dandruff
LIPACIDE™ UG is an Aminovector™ material composed of glycine a known skin purifier combined with Undecylenic Acid shows anti-fungal properties. LIPACIDE™ UG is effective as a gentle 24 hour deodorant where the undesirable flora is controlled. It also offers dermo-protection for the restoration of the skin's acidic mantle and purification through dandruff reduction from the inhibition of pytyrosporum ovale and sebum reduction through inhibition of 5-alpha reductase.
SEPILIFE™ NUDE
INCI Name:
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, C15-19 Alkane, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Polyglycerin-6
Functions:
Viscosity Modifier, Stabilizer, Softener, Emulsion Stabilizer, Emulsifier
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Ethylene Oxide-free, Natural, Preservative-free
SEPILIFE™ NUDE is a new generation of ecodesigned and patented emulsifying polymer combining sustainability, performance and skin feel. It allows formulation of finished products with high percentage of naturality (ISO 16128) and good biodegradability. EO (ethylene oxide)-free, multifunctional and easy to use with cold process, it provides THE solution to formulate efficiently and more sustainably. SEPILIFE™ NUDE imparts an ultra light & nude skin feel with quick-break effect and natural finish.
Oligogeline™ PF
INCI Name:
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Ingredient Origin:
Marine Origin, Natural Origin
Functions:
Smoothing Agent, Anti-Pollution Agent, Film Former, Antioxidant, Protective Agent
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Natural, Preservative-free, Oil-free
Benefit Claims:
Film Forming, Anti-Pollution, Long Lasting, Shine & Radiance, Smoothing
Oligogeline™ PF comes from a specific algal origin: chondrus crispus algae, a red seaweed living in deep water, submitted to extreme environmental conditions (e. g. Ocean waves, UV exposure, dry conditions at low tide). Rich in carageenans, OLIGOGELINE™ PF has a "second skin" effect, forming a smooth and comfortable protective film on the skin's surface and reducing TEWL.
SEPIPLUS™ 265
INCI Name:
Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
Functions:
Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier, Stabilizer, Emulsion Stabilizer
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Preservative-free
Benefit Claims:
Ready-To-Use, Good Consistency, Formula Stability, Texturizing, Spreadability
SEPIPLUS™ 265 is a liquid polymer produced by inverse emulsion polymerization. This is a solvent-free, energy efficient manufacturing process technology. In concentrated form, the transport of water can be reduced in comparison to standard (non-concentrated) grades. Effective at low doses, SEPIPLUS™ 265 has a good resistance to electrolytes. It imparts a glide-on spreading and a velvet finish.
TIMECODE™
INCI Name:
Palmitoyl Glycine
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Functions:
Anti-Inflammatory, Cleansing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
ECOCERT, Organic Certified
Benefit Claims:
Shine & Radiance, Wrinkle Prevention, Anti-Aging
Synonyms:
N-Hexadecanoylglycine
TIMECODE™ is the best ally against inflamm’aging, it targets the aging key markers. Lifted and firmed up, the skin reveals a new radiance! Proven effect after 1 month and a half of application compared to a recognized market reference product.
TALADVANCE™
INCI Name:
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Functions:
Protective Agent, Anti-Inflammatory, Soothing Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free
Certifications & Compliance:
ECOCERT, Organic Certified, COSMOS
Benefit Claims:
Improves Cell Viability, Brightening, Anti-Inflammatory, Glowing Effect, Collagen Protection, Anti-Aging, Shine & Radiance
Sourced in Madagascar, TALADVANCE™ is a nature-like active ingredient improving immediate and long-lasting skin complexion. Working on skin balance maintenance, TALADVANCE™ brings a flash radiance for all skin.
BLUE SEAKALE SC™
INCI Name:
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Crambe Maritima Leaf Extract
Functions:
Restoring Agent, Anti-Aging Agent, Protective Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Marine Origin, Natural Origin
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Organic
Certifications & Compliance:
Organic Certified, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
UV Protection, Replenishing, Wrinkle Prevention, Highly Restructuring, Antioxidant Properties, Anti-Aging, Sun Protection
Blue Seakale SC is an oil soluble marine plant extract from derived from Crambe maritime also known as Sea Kale. Blue Seakale SC works to stimulate cell renewal and protect epidermal stem cells and integral parts of the epidermis from external stresses such as UV.
MONTANE™ 83 VG
INCI Name:
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Functions:
Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
HLB Value:
3.7 - 3.7
MONTANE™ products are derived from monoester, sesquiester or triester of the following acids: lauric, palmitic, stearic, isostearic and oleic. MONTANE™ emulsifiers are low colored products, with a faint odor and low impurities content. The MONTANE™ grades have an HLB (Hydrophilic / Lipophilic Balance) range from 1.8 to 8.6. They are compatible with all surfactants and with electrolytes. They are not sensitive to pH variation.
SEPPIC INC Madecassoside
INCI Name:
Madecassoside
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin, Natural Origin
Functions:
Moisturizing Agent, Soothing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent
Labeling Claims:
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free
Benefit Claims:
Soothing, Healing, Regenerating, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Peeling, Repairing, Comforting, Skin Barrier, Moisturizing, Redness Reduction, Antioxidant Properties, Anti-Aging, Anti-Itching
Synonyms:
Dimethyl Silicone Polymer With Silica, Asiaticoside A
Madecassoside is a powerful soothing dermo-cosmetic active for atopic & psoriasis prone skin, made of highly purified Centella asiatica. It is an active ingredient for use in anti-aging, sensitive skin, very dry skin and mature skin applications. Madecassoside activates collagen expression, it provides normalization of hyperproliferation of keratinocytes, global anti-inflammatory properties and a visible effect on excessive desquamation.
NATIVE ESSENCE™
INCI Name:
Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Functions:
Anti-Inflammatory, Skin Barrier Protectant, Protective Agent, Anti-Pollution Agent, Restoring Agent, Anti-Aging Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Marine Origin, Natural Origin
Labeling Claims:
Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Natural, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Preservative-free
Certifications & Compliance:
RSPO MassBalance Certified, Organic Certified, COSMOS, NaTrue, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Anti-Pollution, Oxygenating, Anti-Aging, Skin Lightening, Anti-Inflammatory, Skin Barrier, Antioxidant Properties, Detoxifying
Extracted from a rare halophytic plant: Crithmum maritimum (or sea fennel) which can be found in salty soils on the Brittany coasts. It offers a global protection, oxygenation and radiance for beautiful skin.
CONTACTICEL™
INCI Name:
Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Functions:
Sebum Regulator, Anti-Pollution Agent, Protective Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Marine Origin, Natural Origin, Biotechnology
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, Organic Certified, COSMOS, ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Anti-Pollution, Purifying, Sebum Control, Non-Greasy Feel
Epiphytic macroalgae secret cells for the regulation of oily skin exposed to pollution. CONTACTICEL™ is the solution for anti pollution activity. With an in vivo test performed on urban skin (Shanghai), it supports and protects polluted damaged skin from excessive sebum. Bringing a true rebalancing activity for oily skin, this purifying agent helps also to reduce the sebum degradation.
Heterosides
INCI Name:
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Functions:
Anti-Aging Agent, Conditioner, Skin Barrier Protectant
Ingredient Origin:
Natural Origin, Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free, Credo Clean Standard, Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:
Quasi-Drug Additive
Benefit Claims:
Skin Barrier, Wrinkle Prevention, Anti-Aging
Heterosides is a highly purified water-soluble extract of Centella asiatica for skin barrier function improvement. This product provides stratum corneum formation enhancement, tight junctions reinforcement, differentiation normalization and activation of the deeper layers of the epidermis. Its anti-wrinkle effect has been recently demonstrated on the crow’s feet. Significant TEWL reduction on volunteers with a dry skin has been also observed. This is a titrated blend of the glycosylated triterpens Asiaticoside and Madecassoside. This is an active ingredient for use in intense skin care applications for dry and dehydrated skin, as well as mature skin. It comes as a crystalline powder.
Rosabora™
INCI Name:
Tambourissa Trichophylla Leaf Extract
Functions:
Anti-Inflammatory, Astringent
Ingredient Origin:
Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Preservative-free
Benefit Claims:
Redness Reduction, Anti-Inflammatory, Soothing
Rosabora™ is a purified dry extract polyphenols of Tambourissa Trichophylla plant. It is an active material that works against inflammation to promote the reduction of redness and blotchiness on the face. Rosabora® also reinforces the natural protection found within the skin. This water soluble powder unifies the skin color on the face, showing a significant visible improvement on volunteers.
HYDRACHRYSUM™
INCI Name:
Helichrysum stoechas Callus Culture Lysate
Functions:
Moisturizing Agent, Protective Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Natural Origin, Biotechnology, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Naturally Derived, Natural, Halal, Oil-free, Vegan, Organic
Certifications & Compliance:
NaTrue, Vegan, Organic Certified, ECOCERT, Halal
Benefit Claims:
Anti-Inflammatory, Restoring, Hydrating, Moisturizing, Barrier Function Improvement
HYDRACHRYSUM™ is a patented innovative moisturizer offering a solution to break Inflamm’dryness™ vicious circle to tackle dry skin conditions.
LUMIPOD™
INCI Name:
Capryloyl/Capryloyl Leucine Isosorbide Esters, Isosorbide
Functions:
Tanning Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Plant-Based, Naturally Derived, Natural, Preservative-free, PEG-free
Benefit Claims:
Long Lasting, Glowing Effect
Certifications & Compliance:
RSPO MassBalance Certified, COSMOS, IECIC (China)
LUMIPOD™ is a tan booster that stimulates melanin synthesis and its transfer from melanocytes to keratinocytes, without UV.
SEPICIDE™ G
INCI Name:
Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl
Functions:
Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent, Anti-Dandruff Agent, Protective Agent, Anti-Acne Agent, Deodorant, Anti-Microbial Agent
Ingredient Origin:
Non-Animal Origin, Natural Origin, Plant Origin
Labeling Claims:
Clean at Sephora, Naturally Derived, Natural, Oil-free, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Plant-Based
Certifications & Compliance:
ISO 16128, Organic Certified, COSMOS, NaTrue, IECIC (China), ECOCERT
Benefit Claims:
Suitable for Sensitive Skin, Anti-Dandruff, Anti-Bacterial, De-Odorizing, Hair Protection, Anti-Acne, Skin Protection, Preservation, Antimicrobial
Approved by COSMOS, SEPICIDE™ G is the natural and efficient solution to preserve your formulas.