Products in Cosmetic Ingredients: BB Creams

Bioptimized™ Guava is an active ingredient that inhibits the activation of NFkB (Nuclear factor kappa B) and the production of SASP (Senescence Associated Secretory Phenotype) factors, preventing the appearance of skin aging signs. Bioptimized™ Guava is a key ingredient for all anti-aging formulations, it can be used as the main ingredient for a potent anti-aging activity or in combination with traditional anti-aging active ingredients to enhance their effectiveness.

Glacial Bay Organic Pure Marine Clay is a mineral-rich powder with natural cleansing, purifying, exfoliating, and oil absorption properties. It is ideally suited for use in various personal care and cosmetic applications. This ingredient is sustainably hand-harvested, solar dried, and powdered in British Columbia, Canada.

innollient™ SL is a soft wax mainly composed of vegetable fatty acids that can create hydrophilic pockets interacting with water molecules through hydrogen bonding. A structural characteristic of innollient™ SL is the use of saturated lipophilic acyl linear chains as capping groups in the estolide assemblage. This provides excellent film-forming properties to the product while reinforcing inter-molecular interactions. The main benefits offered are the film-forming action and a unique emollient capacity coupled with a significant improvement of the skin barrier function.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Bladderwrack Frond (Kelp) In Propylene Glycol is a product from the plant family Fucaceae, with the Latin name Fucus vesiculosus. Its key chemical constituents include iodine, alginic acid, and fucoidan. This product is categorized for use in food, beverages, and dietary supplements for weight management, bone & joint support, immune function, and skin care. It is also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry for skin care.

Aloe Vera Phytogel is a natural extract of Aloe barbedensis. Known for its antiseptic healing properties, aloe is an excellent humectant which makes it beneficial for dry or damaged skin. Its moisturizing properties aid in promoting the healing of wounds, burns, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. This product is recommended for lip and lip care products, bath products, body washes, and face washes.

Cucumber Fruit Extract is a natural extract of the fruit of Cucumis Sativus. Cucumber contains beta-carotene, Vitamins A and C and is an anti-inflammatory. Cucumber has been used to help soothe puffy eyes, treat acne and moisturize the skin. This product can be used in formulations for personal care and cosmetic products such as eye creams, acne facial washes, soothing lotions and in many other applications.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Bladderwrack Frond (Kelp) In Glycerin is a product belonging to the plant family Fucaceae. Its Latin name is Fucus vesiculosus. The key chemical constituents include iodine, alginic acid, and fucoidan. This product falls into the functional categories of weight management, bone and joint health, immune support, and skin care in the cosmetic and personal care functional category.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Horsechestnut Seed In Glycerin is a product in the plant family Sapindaceae, with the Latin name Aesculus hippocastanum. Its key chemical constituents include aescin and prosapogenin. This product falls under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of bone & joint support, digestive support, cardiovascular support, and sexual health.

Aloe Vera Phytogel is a natural extract of Aloe barbedensis. Known for its antiseptic healing properties, aloe is an excellent humectant which makes it beneficial for dry or damaged skin. Its moisturizing properties aid in promoting the healing of wounds, burns, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. This product is recommended for lip and lip care products, bath products, body washes, and face washes.

White Tea Extract is a natural extract of the young leaves of Camellia Sinensis. White tea contains antioxidants and is effective for protecting skin cells against damage from sun exposure. White tea has been found to be effective in protecting the skin from oxidative stress and immune cell damage most likely due to its antioxidant properties. This product is excellent for use in anti-aging products as well as sun protection products. It is useful for acne treatment as well.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Lomatium Root In Butylene Glycol is a product in the plant family Apiaceae, with the Latin name Lomatium. Its key chemical constituents include tannins, gallotannin, and aucubin. This product is designed for food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories related to respiratory and immune support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Lomatium Root In Propylene Glycol is a product in the plant family Apiaceae, with the Latin name Lomatium. Its key chemical constituents include tannins, gallotannin, and aucubin. It falls under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of respiratory and immune support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Lomatium Root In Glycerin is a product in the plant family Apiaceae, with the Latin name Lomatium. Its key chemical constituents include tannins, gallotannin, and aucubin. This product is designed for food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories related to respiratory and immune support.

Aloe Vera Phytogel is a natural extract of Aloe barbedensis. Known for its antiseptic healing properties, aloe is an excellent humectant which makes it beneficial for dry or damaged skin. Its moisturizing properties aid in promoting the healing of wounds, burns, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. This product is recommended for lip and lip care products, bath products, body washes, and face washes.

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.

NaturePep® Pea visibly reduces dark spots & hyperpigmentation. It will lighten the overall skin tone for a more uniform complexion. Smooths & evens texture for healthy, flawless-looking skin. INCI: Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract Suggested use level: 1 - 5%; add in the water or cool down phase, when less than 40°C. For a formulation, the ideal pH range is 4.0 - 7.0. This product is gluten-free, non-GMO, and Ecocert/Cosmos approved.

Fision® EcoLatum S is a great alternative to petrolatum for hair, lip, sun, and skin care. Compatible with all types of emollients (mineral, vegetable, synthetic). Helps with high-viscosity products. This is a naturally derived ingredient that conditions skin, relieves roughness, and gives extra shine. Leaves a water-resistant film on the skin to prevent water loss, giving long-lasting moisturization. INCI: Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, Hydrogenated castor oil, Copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax Suggested use level: 1 - 20%; add in the oil phase. Incorporate at temperatures below 85°C. Product is oil soluble, pH range is not applicable. This product is gluten-free, non-GMO, and Ecocert/Cosmos approved.

DermalRx® CKW (R10091) is a plant-derived combinatorial curcuminoid extract that potently and dose-dependently modulates excess sebum production by inhibiting type I and type II 5α-reductase. Clinical evaluation showed significant reductions in sebum production and a visible decrease in facial sheen. DermalRx® CKW is ideal for sebum-regulating products for skin and hair applications, as well as anti-blemish and pore-minimizing formulations.

Pleiotanicals® Volpura® EP (R10098) is an Echinacea purpurea extract to address the signs of aging by supporting the skin’s natural plumping processes. Volpura® EP activates adipogenesis (fat production) within the skin to combat the appearance of wrinkles and sagging from deep within the tissue. Volpura® EP restores fuller, youthful-looking skin by activating an adipogenic modulator that increases the number and size of fat-producing cells. Clinical studies demonstrate that Volpura® EP improves skin mechanical properties with volumizing, anti-wrinkle activity reported after use on the face and hands for 12 weeks. Volpura® EP is recommended for anti-wrinkle, anti-aging, firming, plumping, topical contouring, and volumizing products, as well as regimens to address age-related lipoatrophic disorders.

Pleiotanicals® Holy Basil OSP (R10110) is a proprietary extract of Ocimum sanctum (a plant used in Ayurvedic medicine) for pollution protection and aging prevention in the skin. Holy Basil OSP contains key active molecules, including polyphenols and pentacyclic triterpenoids, that protect against environmental pollution with anti-aging benefits. Holy Basil OSP is ideal for anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, de-stressing, and pollution/UV protection regimens, as well as soothing, calming products for sensitive skin.   Holy Basil OSP reduces a suite of inflammatory mediators in the skin typically induced by exposure to airborne particular matter (PM2.5). Holy Basil OSP protects the extracellular matrix (ECM, the structural foundation of the skin) against damaging oxidative, proteolytic, and inflammatory stress while also modulating collagen and other genes fundamental for ECM structure and integrity.

DermalRx® FSE (R10111) is a marine bioferment produced from Sargassum vulgare for DNA protection and repair in sun-exposed skin. Rich in bioactive phlorotannins, DermalRx® FSE stimulates the skin’s natural DNA repair process through nucleotide excision repair (NER). Ex vivo studies demonstrate DermalRx® FSE’s DNA protective and reparative effects after UV exposure. DermalRx® FSE also provides strong anti-pollution activity, protecting the skin from damaging oxidation and inflammation. DermalRx® FSE is ideal for anti-aging, de-stressing, soothing and calming, and pre- and post-sun care products.

Fision® EcoSil is a great alternative to silicone for hair and skin care. This naturally derived ingredient gives a soft, light, and dry feel. It will create an even, protective film. This product is an odorless & colorless liquid. INCI: Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables Generally Suggested use level: 1 - 25%; add in the oil phase. Incorporate at temperatures below 75°C. Hair Care: Shampoo & shower gels: 0.5 to 3%, introduce it to the surfactant system before the addition of water. Emulsion: 0.5 to 15%. Oils: max. 25%. Product is oil soluble, pH range is not applicable. This product is gluten-free, non-GMO, and Ecocert/Cosmos approved.

G-Block™ DZ 480 CCT is an Ecocert and NPA-approved zinc oxide dispersion for broad-spectrum sunscreen formulations. This dispersion has a critical wavelength over 370nm, allowing formulators to pass the broad-spectrum wavelength test without the need for additional UV filters. It contains the highest concentration of zinc oxide for natural physical UV dispersions in the industry (70%), while still retaining good skin sensory qualities and strong transparency. DZ 480 CCT is also very stable, which creates reliably consistent SPF and critical wavelength results from one batch to the next.

G-Block™ DTB 300 CCT is a fine and stable dispersion of UV-grade and broad-spectrum titanium dioxide in cosmetic oils at a high percentage of active. It can be easily incorporated with conventional equipment into any personal care product to provide broad-spectrum sun protection.

Fucogel® 1.5P is a purified biotechnological anionic polysaccharide (mean molecular weight 106 Da) prepared through bacterial fermentation. It is a linear structure with a saccharide sequence comprising galacturonic acid, L-fucose, and D-galactose. Fucogel has immediate and remnant moisturizing and restructuring properties, which combine to create remarkable sensory power, providing comfort and softness to cosmetic formulae during and after application. It is available in 1% (w/w) in water.

G-Block™ DZ 370 CCT is an Ecocert and NPA-approved zinc oxide dispersion for broad-spectrum sunscreen formulations. This dispersion has a critical wavelength over 370nm, allowing formulators to pass the broad-spectrum wavelength test without the need for additional UV filters. It contains the highest concentration of zinc oxide for natural physical UV dispersions in the industry (70%), while still retaining good skin sensory qualities and strong transparency. DZ 370 CCT is also very stable, which creates reliably consistent SPF and critical wavelength results from one batch to the next.

G-Block™ DT 200 CCT is a fine and stable dispersion of UV-grade titanium dioxide in cosmetic oils with a high percentage of active content. It can be easily incorporated with conventional equipment into any personal care product to provide sun protection benefits.

DeeperCaps™ Brown encapsulates pigments that match dark skin tones and facilitate the formulation of cosmetic products for people with dark skin. The microcapsules prevent any unintentional mixing of the pigments during the formulation process, avoiding any unwanted results. When the DeeperCaps™ capsules are finally broken upon application, they provide a perfect skin tone match and a natural finish, adhering effortlessly to the skin and leaving no white-cast effect. It enables the creation of highly personalized dark skin cosmetics without unwanted residual whitening.

DeeperCaps™ Red encapsulates pigments that match dark skin tones and facilitate the formulation of cosmetic products for people with dark skin. The microcapsules prevent any unintentional mixing of the pigments during the formulation process, avoiding any unwanted results. When the DeeperCaps™ capsules are finally broken upon application, they provide a perfect skin tone match and a natural finish, adhering effortlessly to the skin and leaving no white-cast effect. They also allow for easy conversion of existing skincare products into color cosmetics.

DeeperCaps™ Black encapsulates pigments that match dark skin tones and facilitate the formulation of cosmetic products for people with dark skin. The microcapsules prevent any unintentional mixing of the pigments during the formulation process, avoiding any unwanted results. When the DeeperCaps™ capsules are finally broken upon application, they provide a perfect skin tone match and a natural finish, adhering effortlessly to the skin and leaving no white-cast effect. The capsule shells are flexible and long-lasting, breaking only upon application.

Pleiotanicals® Volpura® EPO (R10125) is a plant-derived active ingredient extracted from Echinacea purpurea, known for its abundance in various active compounds, notably fatty acid alkylamides. This ingredient demonstrates the ability to activate PPAR-γ, which serves as the master regulator of adipogenesis. Its benefits lie in enhancing fat production by stimulating the differentiation of pre-adipocytes into adipocytes. This property makes it suitable for incorporation into formulations targeting anti-wrinkle effects, particularly for addressing expression lines in the forehead and nasolabial fold areas. Additionally, it finds application in facial contouring, re-firming, and plumping regimens aimed at addressing age-related lipoatrophy.

Gransurf™ 50C-HM/LC serves as an emulsifier, carrier, and emulsifier (W/O) product. It belongs to the product families of emulsifiers, solubilizers, dispersants, and solvents & carriers. This product is recommended for use in D5-replacement formulations and acts as a carrier for emollients, moisturizing agents, and organic sunscreens. It is used in personal care applications like color cosmetics and sun care.

Gransurf™ 50C-HM is a multi-functional product with functions including carrier, emulsifier, emulsifier (w/o), emollient, and moisturizing agent. It carries labeling claims of meeting Ulta Beauty's conscious beauty standards. This versatile product serves the personal care market and is applicable to color cosmetics, skin care, and sun care. It can be combined with an additional emulsifier for enhanced stability.

GalMOL AB, containing C12-15 alkyl benzoate, serves as a versatile emollient in personal care products. Packaged in carboys, it's suitable for a range of applications, including AP/Deo, nail care, skin care, and sun care. Its liquid form ensures ease of use and integration into various formulations, such as creams, lotions, sprays, and rinse-off products. With its benefits, including solubilizing, dispersing, and providing a light, non-greasy feel, GalMOL AB enhances spreadability and reduces tackiness. Ideal for hair care, it offers leave-on products, shampoos, and conditioners, while in skin care, it's perfect for body creams and serums. Moreover, it's an essential ingredient in sunscreen lotions and sprays, ensuring effective UV protection and a comfortable application experience.

Galshield UV Care is a versatile cosmetic ingredient designed to provide superior UV protection and photostability. This ingredient is ideal for a wide range of beauty and care applications, ensuring that your skin stays shielded from the harmful effects of the sun. Galshield UV Care offers excellent UV protection, making it suitable for products like balms, creams, lotions, oils, sprays, and wet wipes. It is particularly well-suited for color cosmetics, including BB creams, CC creams, foundation, and lip balms, where sun protection is essential.

Cossil® C9-12 is a biodegradable and highly volatile emollient derived from natural sources, serving as an ideal substitute for cyclomethicone D4/D5. Renowned for its silky skin feel, it finds application in makeup formulations such as waterproof mascaras, eyeliners, and foundations (BB creams). Additionally, it functions as a solvent for powder slurries and excels as an oil remover. This product boasts an excellent environmental profile, supported by standardized Ecoprofile analysis. It is particularly suited for use in color cosmetics like foundations and in skincare products such as creams and lotions. Its high volatility ensures rapid evaporation, while its compatibility with silicones, gum, and elastomers enhances its versatility in formulations.