Products in Cosmetic Actives: Surfactant

AMPHOSOL® DM-X is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from C12–14 alkyl dimethyl amine, serving as a primary or secondary surfactant. It boosts foam, builds viscosity, and acts as an antistatic agent. Compatible with anionic, nonionic, and cationic systems, it finds use in various personal care applications.

AMPHOSOL® LB is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from narrow-cut methyl esters. This lauramidopropyl betaine is known for its capabilities in foam boosting and viscosity building, finding applications across personal care, home care, and industrial products. Its versatility spans uses such as 2-in-1 shampoo, baby care, body scrubs, body wash, carwash automatic, and carwash hand.

AMMONYX® 4B is a substantive ammonium quaternary used in applications such as hair conditioners, rinses, mousses, creams, and lotions. It fulfills the functions of enhancing skin feel and acting as a textile antistatic agent. It finds relevance in the personal care and industrial product markets.

AMMONYX® CETAC-30 is a cationic surfactant with its primary application in hair conditioners, hair styling aids, creams, and lotions. Its functions encompass enhancing skin feel and acting as a textile antistatic agent. Its presence spans across the home care, industrial products, institutional and industrial cleaning, and personal care markets. It's worth noting that the product is kosher-certified, preservative-free, and sulfate-free.

AMMONYX® CDO SPECIAL is a cocamidopropyl amine oxide employed in personal care, household and industrial cleaning, and specialty foaming applications. AMMONYX® CDO SPECIAL is an amphoteric surfactant stable under peroxide bleach conditions, serving as a foam booster and textile antistat agent.

AMPHOSOL® LB-HP is a lauramidopropyl betaine used in a variety of applications for personal care, home care, and institutional and industrial cleaning. This amphoteric surfactant can be used to boost foam and build viscosity in formulations. It is preserved with excess alkalinity, which allows the formulator flexibility when choosing a preservative for their finished formulation.

AMPHOSOL® CG is a 30% active cocamidopropyl betaine derived from coconut oil. This mild amphoteric surfactant is used as a secondary surfactant, foam booster, and viscosity builder in personal care, hard surface care, vehicle care, and foaming specialties. This product is bio-based, naturally derived, plant-derived, and sulfate-free.

AMPHOSOL® CDB-HP-E is a preservative-free mild surfactant that enhances the viscosity response of sulfate-free and traditional anionic surfactant systems. It is designed for easy handling and cold processing, serving as a secondary surfactant, foam booster, or static control agent. Compatible with anionic, nonionic, and cationic surfactants, this amphoteric surfactant offers flexibility in selecting a preservative for the final formulation.

AMPHOSOL® HCA-HP is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from coco methyl esters, providing foam boosting and viscosity building in a wide range of personal care, hard surface cleaning, and specialty foamer applications. It is preserved with excess alkalinity, which allows the formulator flexibility when choosing a preservative for their finished formulation.

AMPHOSOL® CG-50 is a 37% active form of cocamidopropyl betaine derived from coconut oil. This high-active, mild amphoteric surfactant functions as a secondary surfactant, foam booster, and viscosity builder across personal care products, hard surface cleaning, vehicle care, and specialty foaming applications. It aligns with the surfactant screen of the u.S. Epa safer choice program and is listed on cleangredients.

AMPHOSOL® CA is a cocamidopropyl betaine derived from coco-methyl esters. This mild amphoteric surfactant AMPHOSOL® CA serves as a foam booster and viscosity builder in various personal care applications, as well as specialty foamer applications, hard surface cleaning, and vehicle care.

AMPHOSOL® CDB-HP is an enhanced amphoteric surfactant designed for cold processing and easy handling. It functions as a secondary surfactant, contributing to viscosity building and foam boosting across an array of personal care applications. Its flexibility in preservation choice is a valuable feature for formulators.

AMMONYX® 4 operates as a substantive cationic quaternary, commonly employed in conditioners, cream rinses, mousses, and lotions. Its primary functions are enhancing skin feel and serving as a textile antistatic agent. It finds applications in 2-in-1 shampoos, body washes, detanglers, facial cleansers, hair conditioners, hair styling, and hair and scalp treatments. Its presence spans across the industrial products and personal care markets.

AMMONYX® CETAC serves as a cationic surfactant employed in hair conditioners, skin creams, and lotions to deliver conditioning and softening benefits. It is also multifunctional, working as a skin-feel enhancer, textile antistatic agent, and adjuvant. Its applications span a wide range, including 2-in-1 shampoo, automatic dishwashing detergents, body wash, creams and lotions, dairy cleaners, degreasers, detanglers, and more. Notably, it is kosher-certified, preservative-free, and sulfate-free.

Chemoryl™ SCI surfactant is a gentle surfactant recognized for its remarkable foaming ability, creating a stable and luxurious lather. Perfect for applications ranging from baby care products to shampoos, liquid soaps, and bath gels, it offers a creamy cleansing experience. Presented as white, waxy noodles, this surfactant requires heat for dissolution.

Eceryl™ 12 is an ester derived from erucic fatty acids and acts as a co-surfactant with emollient and solubilizing properties. It reduces skin redness and disruption of the skin barrier function caused by surfactant penetration. Eceryl™ 12 is synthesized with glycerin, an endogenous component of the skin known for its humectant properties. Erucic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid (22:1 -9) found in rapeseed oil (Brassica napus).

Liceryl™ 12 is an ester derived from linoleic fatty acids and acts as a co-surfactant with emollient and solubilizing properties. It reduces skin redness and disruption of the skin barrier function caused by surfactant penetration. Liceryl™ 12 is synthesized with glycerin, an endogenous component of the skin known for its humectant properties. Linoleic acid is an unsaturated omega-6 fatty acid (18:2 -6) and is prevalent in soybean oil (Glycine max).

Sufrasoft HS100 is a versatile cosmetic ingredient designed for the personal care market, particularly in skincare applications within the beauty and care segment. Functioning as an amphoteric surfactant, it works effectively as a protective agent for the skin while boosting foam in formulations. Its multifunctional nature contributes to several benefits in skincare products, including enhanced foam and a soft, moisturizing feel. It also serves as a viscosity enhancer and promotes excellent stability in formulations, providing a high foaming effect. Notably, it is labeled as preservative-free and sulfate-free, catering to preferences for more natural and gentle skincare solutions.

Sufrasoft HS600 is a standout solution in the beauty and care sector, specifically formulated for skin care applications. As an amphoteric surfactant, it performs dual roles as a protective agent and a foam booster. Sufrasoft HS600 excels at delivering premium features, including enhanced foam quality, a luxurious soft feel, and moisturizing properties.

Sufrasoft CB45 is tailored for the personal care market, specifically in beauty and skincare applications. It serves as a versatile cosmetic ingredient with several functions. As an amphoteric surfactant, it contributes to cleansing while acting as a protective agent for the skin. Its capabilities extend to boosting foam in formulations, enhancing the user experience. This compound is mild on the skin and exhibits compatibility within a wide pH range. Its labeling claims of being biodegradable, sulfate-free, and naturally derived further enhance its attractiveness for formulations seeking environmentally friendly and skin-sensitive attributes. Sufrasoft CB45 is available in a liquid form, facilitating ease of use in various skincare formulations.

Sufrasoft HS200, with lauramidopropyl hydroxysultaine as its INCI name, stands out in the beauty and care sector, specifically in skin care applications. Functioning as an amphoteric surfactant, it serves a dual purpose as a protective agent and foam booster. Sufrasoft HS200 boasts distinct features that contribute to its effectiveness, including foam enhancement, a luxurious soft feel, and moisturizing properties.

Sufrasoft CB140, known by its INCI name cocamidopropyl betaine, is a key player in the beauty and care sector, specifically tailored for skin care applications. Operating as an amphoteric surfactant, it seamlessly combines its roles as a protective agent and a foam booster. Sufrasoft CB140 is distinguished by its exceptional features, including superior foam enhancement and a mild formulation. 

Sufrasoft CB30 is tailored for the personal care market, specifically in beauty and skincare applications. It serves as a versatile cosmetic ingredient with several functions. As an amphoteric surfactant, it contributes to cleansing while acting as a protective agent for the skin. Its capabilities extend to boosting foam in formulations, enhancing the user experience. This compound is mild on the skin and exhibits compatibility within a wide pH range. Its labeling claims of being biodegradable, sulfate-free, and naturally derived further enhance its attractiveness for formulations seeking environmentally friendly and skin-sensitive attributes. Sufrasoft CB30 is available in a liquid form, facilitating ease of use in various skincare formulations.

Galsoft LP, containing cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate and aqua, caters to diverse personal care needs, offering high foaming, cleansing, and antimicrobial properties. Packaged in carboys, this liquid formula is suitable for various applications like lotions, wet wipes, and sunscreen lotions. Ideal for beauty care, it serves AP/Deo, baby care, hair care, and skin care needs, along with color cosmetics like lip care products. With its cationic surfactant functions and natural, biodegradable composition, it ensures effective conditioning, moisturizing, and anti-irritant benefits. Perfect for personal hygiene products like wet wipes and tissues, it stands as a versatile solution in the realm of personal care routines.

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.

Quaternary ammonium compound. Used as an anti-static agent and conditioner in hair care products. Also used as an emulsifier and conditioning agent in skin care products.

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.

Quaternary ammonium compound. Used as an anti-static agent and conditioner in hair care products. Also used as an emulsifier and conditioning agent in skin care 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.

Quaternary ammonium compound. Used as an anti-static agent and conditioner in hair care products. Also used as an emulsifier and conditioning agent in skin care products.

Protaquat™ ASP Is a balanced, ready to use concentrate for the manufacture of high quality creme rinses and hair conditioners at levels as low as 3%. PROTAQUAT™ ASP is compatible with proteins, herbal extracts, esters and other specialties. PROTAQUAT™ ASP is mild to the eyes, skin and scalp and is the ideal conditioning and softening agent in hair care preparations.

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® Lipid GS is a multifunctional, natural triglyceride phospholipid similar to phospholipids that occur naturally in the body. It can be used in a variety of personal care products. This product is non-irritating to the eyes and skin, reduces irritation of anionic activity, and repairs damaged skin and hair.

Cola®Quat SME is a cationic surfactant designed to neutralize a wide range of odors. The ingredient functions by complexing or neutralizing specific organic molecules and reducing their concentration in the vapor phase. Its low active level and full solubility in water makes it ideal for consumer deodorizer applications such as space deodorizers, carpet deodorizers, hard surface deodorizers, kitty litter and pet care. The ingredient may be used in a variety of personal care, household and industrial applications to reduce unpleasant odors.

SULFETAL C 90 POWDER is a fundamental ingredient for formulating bath preparations and hair shampoos, aligning with ulta beauty's conscious beauty standards. Its surfactant properties make it suitable for body washes, shampoos, and rinsing off. This anionic surfactant in powder form finds application in detergents and even toothpaste, serving as an oral care agent.