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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- EINECS No.
- 231-791-2, 283-291-9, 246-376-1, 200-289-5, 201-069-1, 208-534-8, 232-428-0, 277-452-2., 232-273-9+
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Overview
Naturality
Avogelia® NF is a product of entirely plant origin, that contains no ethoxylated compounds (PEG-free) or petroleum derivatives. It is made up of a high percentage of avocado oil, lipoaminoacids and lipoproteins deriving from coconut oil, oat proteins and rice amino acids.
Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is extracted from the fruit of the Persea gratissima (Lauraceae) by cold pressing and it has been used for centuries in the tropical countries of its origin both as a food product and as a protective agent for the skin.
Its particular fatty acids composition and its rich unsaponifiable fraction are the reason for its widespread use as a functional cosmetic ingredient. By integrating perfectly with the horny layer of the epithelium, Avocado oil fatty acids maintain or restore the structural balance of the hydrolipidic film, reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
The functional substances contained in the unsaponifiable fraction of avocado oil (vitamins A, E, squalene, carotenoids,phytosterols, terpenic alcohols, avocatin) protect the skin against harmful agents such as UV radiation and free radicals, promote the synthesis of collagen, activating the metabolism of fibroblasts and inhibiting the enzymes responsible for its degradation (collagenase).
The effective stimulation of the skin renewal process, the increased hydration and elasticity of the skin justify the widespread use of Avocado oil in cosmetic products such as suntan and anti-aging products for mature, devitalized and dehydrated skin.
Dermocompatible sensoriality
The biomimetic structure of the emulsifier and the vegetal lipid content provide the products with special sensorial features, ensuring such a high skin tolerability that may suggest the use of Avogelia® NF in formulations for extremely sensitive skin.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- min. 20% for special applications, 2 - 4% as active emollient, 8 - 15% as active emulsifier
- Applications
- Avogelia® NF is the ideal ingredient to obtain skin friendly, moisturizing products, such as massage oil-gels, emulsions of various consistencies, spray/aerosol lotions, wet wipes, gentle cleansers.It may be used as a carrier of dermofunctional active ingredients or for the production of emulsions in both hot and cold industrial processes.
- Avogelia® NF emulsions are easy to spread, rapidly absorbed, give an immediate hydration skinfeel and are pleasant to the touch.
- Avogelia® NF is suitable for making natural skin care cosmetic products, respecting the environment and being in line with the main green/natural standard certifications (Ecocert, Natrue, ISO 16128).
- Cosmetic systems both fluid and spray, consistent emulsion like milks or creams.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Appearance
- Semisolid gel
- Soluble in
- water
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
- Composition
- Specifications
- Origin-Properties
Polyvalent and versatile ingredient, plant derived. The lipoproteic fraction and the high avocado oil content provide unique dermo-compatible emulsifying and emollient properties. Widely compatible with different classes of ingredient, it gives a silky and light texture to final formulations.Suitable for hot and cold processes.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil + Rosmarinus officinalis | 0.3 - 0.5 | — | — |
| Preservative - Sodium Benzoate | 0.2 - 0.4 | % | — |
| Preservatives and Antioxidant - Citric Acid | 0.2 - 0.5 | % | — |
| Preservatives and Antioxidant - Potassium Sorbate | 0.1 - 0.2 | — | — |
| Recommended dosage | 1 - 20 | % | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Total Bacterial Count | max. 100 | cfu/g | — |
| Yeast and Mould Count | max. 10 | cfu/g | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Aqua | 10 - 15 | % | — |
| Caprylic/capric Triglyceride | 15 - 20 | % | — |
| Glycerin | 4 - 7 | % | — |
| Persea Gratissima Oil | 60 - 65 | % | — |
| Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein | 3 - 6 | % | — |
| Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids | 3 - 6 | % | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Dry residue (105°C for 2 hours) | 82 - 88 | % | NCQ 1994 |
| pH(sol.10%) | 6.0 - 7.0 | — | NCQ 0794 |
| Protein nitrogen (N2) | 0.4 - 0.8 | % | Kjeldahl |
| Solution aspect | Frorn semitrasparent to milky veiled (variable with the % use) | — | — |
| Stability (at 4°C) | Compliant | — | — |
| Stability at (40°C) | Compliant | — | — |
| Viscosity (at 25°C R5 RPM5) | 14000 - 70000 | cps | NCQ 0294 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Legislative Compliance
EU: approved
USA: approved
China: approved
Technical Details & Test Data
- Formulating with Avogelia® NF
Avogelia® NF is a semiviscous gel able to form emulsions with a fine microstructure and fast absorbing features. It is compatible with several rheological modifiers,coemulsifiers and several classes of lipids, such as triglycerides of plant origin,esters, hydrocarbons and silicones (Figure 1).
All of the emulsions have decidedly pleasant organoleptic characteristics and show no significant differences in terms of pH and viscosity (Figures 2, 3).
Rheology modifiers and/ or coemulsifiers can be also added to regulate the viscosity ranging from very fluid to viscous (Figure 4).
All formulas, including those with a high oil content, were found to have a soft, silky and non-greasy texture.Figure 1 : Wide compatibility of Avogelia® NF with different kinds of lipids.
Figure 2 : Viscosity of the base formulation with different kinds of lipids.
Figure 3 : Viscosity of the base formulation with different percentage of lipids.
Figure 4 : Viscosity of the base formulation with different percentage of oil with and without consistency agent.
Safety & Health
- Toxicological Information
Results from in vivo tests show no evidence of adverse effects. For specific details, refer to the toxicological dossier.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 1 year
- Storage Information
Retest Date: 12 months frorn the date indicated on the certificate of analysis
Store in sealed packaging at temperature <25°C and avoid contact with light and heat sources.
After opening we recornmend to use all the content of the packaging or to keep the packaging very well closed and to use the product as soon as possible.