Products in Color Cosmetics: Surfactant (Nonionic)

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3101 Elastomer Blend HIP Emulsion is a high-internal-phase emulsion of dimethicone crosspolymer in cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone intended to speed the development of skin care formulations containing these emollients. These emulsions have been prepared using a proprietary process to give a particle size similar to the silicone elastomer gels in the emulsion (average particle size 7 - 10 μ), and have been stabilized with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

DOWSIL(TM) 7-3118 EBAP HIP Emulsion is a high internal phase emulsion of dimethicone crosspolymer in cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone intended to speed the development of skin care formulations containing these emollients. These emulsions have been prepared using a proprietary process to give a particle size similar to the silicone elastomer gels in the emulsion (average particle size 7 - 10 μ), and have been stabilized with nonionic surfactants to provide maximum compatibility in formulations that contain other surfactants.

EcoSense(TM) GL-60 HA Surfactant is a unique bio-derived, glycolipid surfactant and emulsifier for rinse-off and leave-on applications. EcoSense(TM) GL-60 HA Surfactant is a 100% bio-derived, non-GMO, sugar-based biosurfactant and natural emulsifier with a high acid sophorolipids content. This glycolipid is mild to skin and eyes. It is readily biodegradable and exhibits low aquatic toxicity in the environment.

NINOL® CMP is a prilled nonionic surfactant based on coconut mea amide, providing foam-boosting, stabilization, and viscosity-building properties. Its applications span personal care products like shampoos, bath products, and liquid dish soaps, as well as laundry detergents, metalworking fluids, cutting fluids, and drawing compounds.

NINOL® 30-LL is a high-active lauramide produced through a 1:1 reaction between the ester of lauric acid and diethanolamine. It functions as a lauryl dea amide, providing foam and viscosity building in various formulations, including shampoos, bubble baths, bath products, and detergents. Its liquid form at room temperature contributes to its ease of use.

STEPAN-MILD® L3-G/MB is a viscosity builder, foam booster, emulsifier, and emollient that can be used in a variety of personal care formulations, including shampoo, body wash, liquid soap, bubble bath, facial cleanser, and cream and lotion formulations. This rspo mass balance-certified ingredient is best suited for use in european formulations.

NEOBEE® M-5 Cosmetic is a nonionic surfactant used as an emollient, lubricant, and solubilizing agent for hair conditioners, creams, and lotions, skin preparations, and lip preparations. The product is bio-based, free from animal products, naturally derived, plant-derived, and sulfate-free. It is kosher certified.

Plantaren® 818 UP is a unique class of non-ionic surfactants obtained from renewable, plant-derived raw materials. It boasts excellent environmental and skin compatibility profiles, creating a perfect synergy of mildness, foaming performance, and effective cleansing. It is made from 100% natural, renewable, plant-derived feedstocks.

Pluracare® E 400 is a versatile personal care ingredient with an average molecular weight of 400. As a homopolymer of ethylene oxide, it serves as a nonionic surfactant, solubilizer, and viscosity control agent. Its applications range from skincare to haircare, providing excellent performance in various formulations.

Pluracare® F 127 NF Prill is a copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide and has the general functionality of surfactants, emulsifiers, solubilizers and stabilizers in preparations where the quality of poloxamer may be required. This product has an average molecular weight of 12,600, a viscosity of 3,100 cP, and a pour/melt point of 56°C.

Pluracare® L 64 G is a block copolymer of ethylene glycol and propylene glycol that is used as an emulsifier in a wide variety of areas, from cosmetics to oral care products. It has a cloud point of 58-62°C, an average molecular weight of approx. 2,900, and a viscosity of approx. 850 mPas. This block copolymer is anhydrous and non-corrosive. Therefore, mild steel can be used for storage tanks, piping and conventional process equipment.

Pluracare® E 600 NF PEG-FLEX has guaranteed low 1,4-dioxane levels to support formulators in meeting new regulatory limits. Pluracare® E 600 NF PEG-FLEX is a homopolymer of ethylene oxide and is especially suited for the demands of the cosmetics industry. It is a water-soluble polyether alcohol that can be employed as a solubilizer and viscosity control agent in a variety of applications.

Pluracare® E 400 NF is polyethylene glycol (PEG), a polymer of ethylene oxide. It acts mainly as a solvent and solubilizer for a vast number of substances that are only sparingly soluble in water, e.g., essential oils and active ingredients. It also upports rheology (viscosity increase, dimensional stability of toothpaste) by improving body and foam texture/mouthfeel, supports shine and a glossy surface of toothpaste/gel and acts as a humectant.

Arlypon® F is a thickener in cosmetic surfactant preparations, such as shampoos, shower gels and foam baths. It can be used as an alternative to fatty acid alkanolamides. This product is suitable for use in Skin Care, Cleanser, Mother and baby, Hair care, Shampoo and Conditioner, Hair color, Bath and Body, Face Care.

Pluracare® F127 NF Prill FLEX has guaranteed low 1,4-dioxane levels to support formulators in meeting new regulatory limits. Pluracare® F127 NF Prill FLEX is a block co-polymer with an average molecular weight consists of propylene oxide and ethylene oxide. It is used as a thickener, gelling agent, co-emulsifier and bodying agent in toothpastes, mouthwashes, creams and liquid emulsions.

Dehydol® LS 4 Deo N is a laureth-4 polymer used as a nonionic emulsifier, suited for the preparation of cosmetic oils and cream baths. It is clear to light turbid in appearance and has a standard odor. It is suitable for use in skin care cleansers, hair care shampoos and conditioners, bath and body products, and other personal care products.

Pluracare ® E 600 is a polyethylene glycol that conforms to the general formula HO(CH2CH2O)nH and is especially suited for the demands of the cosmetics industry. It has a setting point of approximately 20°C, a density of approximately 1.14 g/cm3, a clear melting point of approximately 20°C, and a flash point of approximately 250°C. It is a water-soluble polyether alcohol that can be employed as a solubilizer and viscosity control agent in a variety of applications.

Estecare™ P20 is an oil-in-water emulsifier that is primarily used in combination with Estecare SMO. This combination of high and low HLB emulsifiers produces medium, fine-textured lotions and creams for skin and hair care applications. Estecare™ P20 also functions as a spreading aid for many industrial applications and provides water-dispersibility to anhydrous systems. Additionally, Estecare™ P20 can be used as a solubilizer for oils and fragrances.

Estecare™ P80 is an oil-in-water emulsifier that is primarily used in combination with Estecare SMO. This combination of high and low HLB emulsifiers produces medium, fine-textured lotions and creams for skin and hair care applications. Estecare™ P80 also functions as a spreading aid for many industrial applications and provides water-dispersibility to anhydrous systems. Additionally, Estecare™ P80 can be used as a solubilizer for oils and fragrances.

SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters is our collection of multi-functional ester surfactants and emulsifiers. Each technology provides a unique benefit to your skin or hair care product, providing your customers with an ex- citing way to experience and interact with your brand. Whether it’s a luxurious face lotion or a hair cleaning system, let us show you how our naturally-derived SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters can help you achieve the success your brand deserves.

SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters is our collection of multi-functional ester surfactants and emulsifiers. Each technology provides a unique benefit to your skin or hair care product, providing your customers with an ex- citing way to experience and interact with your brand. Whether it’s a luxurious face lotion or a hair cleaning system, let us show you how our naturally-derived SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters can help you achieve the success your brand deserves.

Gransurf™ 90 is a versatile product that functions as an emulsifier for both water-in-oil (W/O) and water-in-silicone (W/Si) emulsions, as well as a nonionic surfactant. With an HLB value of approximately 5, it offers broad compatibility with UV filters and oils due to its branched C16 chains. Primarily designed for personal care applications within the beauty and care sectors, including bath and shower products, color cosmetics, hair care, skincare, sun care, and treatment products.

Gransurf™ 67 is a multi-functional product designed to serve as an emulsifier for water-in-oil (W/O) and water-in-silicone (W/Si) emulsions, as well as a nonionic surfactant. With an HLB value of approximately 4.5, it offers increased heat stability and an effective cost-performance balance. It finds applications in various products, including facial creams, body lotions, and liquid foundations.

Lexol® NBS MB is a multi-benefit fragrance solubilizer. It is an essentially odorless and colorless emollient that has applications in skin care, cleansing, nail care, color cosmetics, and candles. It contains 84% biobased content.

BergaCare EM-HE-7 is composed of PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate. The BergaCare series complements the range of emollients (softening agents) and emulsifiers used in toiletries and cosmetics for care of the skin, hair, eyes and lips and in sun protection products. The substances are known to be well tolerated by the human skin and to have little environmental impact.

Cola®Liquid DC is a DEA-free liquid non-ionic surfactant derived from triglyceride oil. Cola®Liquid DC provides excellent foam boosting, viscosity building and foam stabilizing properties. It will readily solubilize most fragrances and essential oils into anionic systems. The product is liquid and very mild to eyes and skin. Cola®Liquid DC can be used in any application where traditional alkanolamide surfactants have been used. Cola®Liquid DC will also boost and maintain foam levels over non-amide systems and other personal care formulations. Cola®Liquid DC combines the best properties of the coco MEA amide and coco DEA amide into one product. The use level for Cola®Liquid DC is going to be typical of those for similar alcohol amide surfactants, generally in the range of 1% to 5% in personal care products.

Cola®Liquid DL is a liquid, non-ionic surfactant that is used to improve foam, viscosity and feel properties of personal care formulations. It is recommended for shampoos, bubble baths, hand soaps, body washes, and hand gels.

Ethoxylated, fatty amines. C anti-irritants in shampoos, neutralizing agents for acrylate thickeners, anti-static agents, foam boosters and mild surfactants. Used in hair and skin care cleansing products. Commonly used in Hair Color products to aid the dispersion of dyes and wetting hair fibers.

Ethoxylated, fatty amines. Emulsifiers, anti-irritants in shampoos, neutralizing agents for acrylate thickeners, anti-static agents, foam boosters and mild surfactants. Used in hair and skin care cleansing products. Commonly used in Hair Color products to aid the dispersion of dyes and wetting hair fibers.

Ethoxylated, fatty amines. Emulsifiers, anti-irritants in shampoos, neutralizing agents for acrylate thickeners, anti-static agents, foam boosters and mild surfactants. Used in hair and skin care cleansing products. Commonly used in Hair Color products to aid the dispersion of dyes and wetting hair fibers.

Ethoxylated, fatty amines. Emulsifiers, anti-irritants in shampoos, neutralizing agents for acrylate thickeners, anti-static agents, foam boosters and mild surfactants. Used in hair and skin care cleansing products. Commonly used in Hair Color products to aid the dispersion of dyes and wetting hair fibers.

Procol™ SA-21 is derived from Stearic Acid. It is commonly used as an emulsifier in personal care and cosmetic products.

Ethoxylated, fatty amines. Emulsifiers, anti-irritants in shampoos, neutralizing agents for acrylate thickeners, anti-static agents, foam boosters and mild surfactants. Used in hair and skin care cleansing products. Commonly used in Hair Color products to aid the dispersion of dyes and wetting hair fibers.

Cola®Liquid DM is a Myristamide DIPA non-DEA substitute for Myristamide DEA. Colonial Chemical’s Cola®Liquid products consist of completely liquid, consumer acceptable non-DEA amides that perform like traditional alkanolamide surfactants. Cola®Liquid DM can be used in any application where traditional alkanolamide surfactants have been used without reformulation. Cola®Liquid DM is effective in a wide variety of personal care products.

Sisterna SP01-C is a non-ionic surfactant sucrose polystearate. Being based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna® sucrose esters are a unique range of natural, PEG-free non-ionic emulsifiers providing an exceptional skin-feel as well as improve smoothness, emolliency and moisture level to te skin. Not only are they used in the personal care industry, they are also approved and widely used in the food industry. In addition, Sisterna® sucrose esters can offer other unique benefits to personal care formulations

IONET S products are nonionic and lipophilic surfactants. They have low toxicity and exhibit low irritancy. They are used as emulsifiers together with hydrophilic surfactants such as IONET T products and EMULMIN products, to produce creamy cosmetics and creamy ointments. IONET S-60V is used for nonfluidic cosmetics.