Products in Functionals: Hydrating

Beauté by Roquette® DE 006 is a 100% plant-based soothing ingredient for skin and scalp that also preserves the diversity of skin microbiome.

Beauté by Roquette® PO 500 is a new, patented microbiota-balancing active for oral health and skin care products. It also acts as a strong humectant and moisturizing agent. Benefits Reduces or neutralizes the growth of oral pathogen bacteria Prevents bad breath (halitosis), biofilm formation and dental caries Acts as a strong moisturizing agent to induce immediate skin or hair hydration Performs as an antimicrobial agent Imparts a pleasant, non-tacky feel on the skin Features Plant-based Extremely pure isosorbide solution High water and alcohol solubility High chemical stability even in alkaline conditions High thermal stability Non-cariogenic

Verdessence Alginate, formerly Hydagen® 558P, hails from algae and elevates skin formulations with an enhanced feel. Ideal for skincare, it's a top-notch rheology modifier. In hair care, it's a versatile fixative and modifier, ensuring enduring curl definition even in humid conditions.

BTC Europe GmbH Oligolin BC10028 is a multi-functional ingredient for the personal care market, functioning as a firming agent and skin barrier protectant. This plant-based powder is characterized by an extensive list of clean and conscious beauty labeling claims, making it suitable for a variety of applications, particularly in skin care. With benefits ranging from barrier function improvement and skin tightening to anti-aging and collagen boosting, BTC Europe GmbH Oligolin BC10028 is ideal for use in creams, leave-on products, lotions, and serums, catering to various skin care needs.

Cetiol® SoftFeel Emollient enhances formulas for personal care. This product improves the skin care products' sensory experience by giving them a silky, opulent feel. The emollient qualities of Cetiol® SoftFeel make it the perfect option for formulas that emphasize a smooth, velvety feel on the skin.

STEPAN-MILD® L3 is a multi-functional ingredient with various roles, including viscosity building, foam boosting, emulsification, and emollience. It's a valuable addition to formulations like shampoo, body wash, liquid soap, bubble bath, facial cleanser, and cream or lotion. Moreover, it aligns with the u.S. Epa safer choice program's standards and is listed on cleangredients.

Hyadisine® marine ingredient is a marine biotechnology alternative to hyaluronic acid (HA) with superior water-retaining capacity and greater anti-wrinkle efficacy. Discovered on the harsh coast of Brittany, it shares the same monosaccharides as hyaluronic acid. Hyadisine® marine ingredient offsets the decline of HA levels that occurs naturally with aging and helps retain water in the epidermis, combating dehydration and wrinkles. Its naturality, according to ISO 16128, is rated at 99.50% natural origin content.

Hilurlip® functional ingredient WS is an active cosmetic ingredient designed to preserve the youthfulness of the lips. It offers long-lasting boosting and moisturizing effects, with particles of sodium hyaluronate that swell upon contact with water, providing a plumping effect to the lips. Additionally, it has anti-free radical properties to protect the lips from environmental damage.

AlgaPūr™ High Stability High Oleic Algae Oil is one of the most stable liquid bio-based oils on the market, delivering versatility in eco-friendly formulations for skin and hair care. During a controlled manufacturing process, the algae efficiently convert simple sugars into triglyceride oils. This process takes place far from fragile ecosystems, resulting in minimal environmental impact while ensuring rapid scalability and reproducibility. AlgaPūr™ HSHO algae oil is a natural ingredient (according to ISO 16128), readily biodegradable, palm-free, suitable for halal and vegan formulations, and fully traceable. It can be combined with or replaced by typical vegetable oils and, in some instances, mineral oils. This novel ingredient won the 2021 BSB Innovation Award: 3rd prize, Natural Products category (Hair Care).

Fensebiome™ peptide solution takes a holistic approach to reinforce the double barrier function of the skin, restoring it to its original condition in closer contact with nature. It promotes microbiota balance, as demonstrated in in vitro studies, which helps boost the skin's own defense system. The naturality of Fensebiome™ peptide solution is rated at 99.49% according to ISO 16128, indicating its high natural origin content.

Diffuporine® peptide solution is a hexapeptide that improves the transport of water within the skin, enhancing skin hydration and contributing to a more youthful appearance. It can help maintain optimal skin moisture levels and promote a hydrated and healthy complexion.

Lipomoist™ 2013 molecular film CPE features polysaccharides abundant in hydroxyl groups, fostering interactions within themselves and the stratum corneum. This synergy culminates in a continuous film on the skin, amplifying hydration. Compliant with ISO 16128, it boasts 97.50% natural origin content.

Peelmoist™ molecular film is a specialized film designed to optimize the release of papain and improve skin hydration. Papain promotes the renewal of the stratum corneum by facilitating the removal of corneocytes. The film also contains ions and amino acids that help rehydrate the skin and maintain its barrier function. The naturality of Peelmoist™ molecular film is rated at 94.46% natural origin content according to ISO 16128.

Xpertmoist® molecular film is a molecular film that contains powerful moisturizing and regenerating cosmetic active ingredients to give the skin a feeling of comfort, even in extreme conditions. Its occlusive delivery system has a large area of contact with the skin and promotes the penetration of cosmetic active ingredients to help reduce transepidermal water loss, increase skin hydration, and improve skin roughness. For face and body care. Naturality according to ISO 16128: 98.38% natural origin content.

Lipomoist™ 2036 molecular film PCEB facilitates the delivery of cosmetic active ingredients to the skin, including polysaccharides (xanthan gum, carrageenan, pectin, hydrolyzed wheat and soy protein), glucose, and NMF ingredients (proline, serine, and arginine). This aids in enhancing body firmness and hydration. Complying with ISO 16128, it boasts 97.39% natural origin content.

Delisens™ peptide solution is a hexapeptide specifically formulated for sensitive skin and effectively addresses common issues associated with sensitivity. It provides relief from discomfort by alleviating tingling and itching sensations. Moreover, it aids in the recovery of the skin's barrier function, promoting its integrity. By increasing hydration levels, it helps prevent skin flaking and restores suppleness and softness to the skin, promoting a healthier and more comfortable complexion.

LACTIL® is a blend of humectants in aqueous solution adapting the "Natural Moisturizing Factor"(NMF) of human skin. Especially suitable for use in hydroregulative cosmetics.

Bodyflux® Olive is a ceramide complex derived from organic olive oil for body and skin care applications. It is based on an environmentally friendly, biotechnology-based production process. It improves epidermal moisturization and offers the well-known benefits of Ceramide NP.

TEGO® RenewHA Lacto is an aldonic acid obtained from the oxidation of lactose and comprises of a galactose moiety linked to a gluconic acid molecule via an ether-like linkage. Owing to the high number of hydroxyl groups, LBA is very hygroscopic and forms gels containing about 14% water with atmospheric moisture. This performance is reportedly better than some traditional humectants such as glycerin and sorbitol.

RHEASOME® CeraBoost improves the skin barrier from within, and boost skin’s own ceramide production. This innovative encapsulation system combines the advantages of our smart delivery systems with competencies in ceramide technologies. The well-defined smart delivery vehicle supports the enhanced penetration of active ingredients deeper into the epidermis. It boosts the skin's own ceramide synthesis with Phytosphingosine and at the same time restores the barrier lipid pool by supplying Ceramide NP and vegetable-based Cholesterol.

HyaCare® a biosynthetic, non-animal derived hyaluronic acid is available. HyaCare® is based on a unique production method by fermentation of a novel strain, Bacillus subtilis. In contrast to the commonly used strain Streptococcus equi, Bacillus subtilis is a safe and non-pathogenic host as. The compatibility and tissue-friendliness of hyaluronic acid allows it to be used in skin care products as an excellent moisturizer. It is one of the most hydrophilic molecules in nature and can be described as "Nature's moisturizer". This makes it an attractive active ingredient for various skin care applications.

HyaCare® Tremella is a Product Description (Web) Natural hyaluronic acid mimetic with great moisturization and exceptional water retention properties.

HyaCare® Filler CL MB is a unique crosslinked polysaccharide made from fermentation-derived Hyaluronic acid. It contributes instantly to the reduction of facial fine lines and wrinkles as well as increasing the elasticity of the skin. Because of its high water-binding and strong short-term moisturization properties, HyaCare® Filler CL MB supports effectively the hydration of the skin.

Lipofructyl® Argan BE LS 9779 is made from one of the traditional beauty secrets of Moroccan women, argan oil. With the help of a 100% female cooperative network, the argan oil used in this product is collected in a way that helps preserve the Argania forest and improve the social status of Moroccan women. Lipofructyl® is a precious oil that is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and natural tocopherols that are nourishing, regenerating, and protective. When applied to the skin, argan oil spreads easily and penetrates rapidly without giving an oily or shiny effect, leaving an extraordinary softness and sensory skin feel.

Mimiskin™ is a biodegradable alternative to polymer film formers. It is extremely multifunctional and can be used in a wide range of applications. It has a unique melting shift that mimics human skin to form a transparent and flexible film that is completely compatible with the natural hydrolipidic skin layer, in addition to offering breathable protection. Its main benefits include pollution protection, breathability, cleansing, hydration, sensitive skin appropriateness, skin radiance, and more.

Osmhydran® LS 8453 is a cosmetic ingredient developed by BASF, which delivers osmo-hydro regulation and hydro retaining properties. It has excellent moisturizing capabilities and can provide substantive and long-lasting hydration to the skin. Osmhydran® LS 8453 is particularly well-suited for use in skin care products, such as moisturizers and cosmetics.

Hydrasensyl® Glucan Green merges the beneficial properties of hyaluronic acid and collagen. Its structure enables Hydrasensyl® Glucan to bind large amounts of water in the skin like a natural water super-absorber. At the same time, the polysaccharide chains are intertwined to form a rope-like, highly resilient triple helix like collagen. This 3D structure makes Hydrasensyl® Glucan highly stable and insensitive to harsh formulation conditions. Besides its clinically demonstrated skin smoothing and hydrating properties, it helps to reduce the appearance of redness.

Hyaluronic Filling Spheres® are based on the use of a hygroscopic material to make a sphere. These spheres are dehydrated at first and fill up with water within the skin. This hydration process causes a change in volume proportional to the spheres’ moisture-retaining capacity. Hyaluronic Filling Spheres™ help to smooth the look of deep wrinkles through biotechnology in eye application for mature skin, anti-wrinkle skin care, deep wrinkle skin care ("elevens" wrinkles, forehead wrinkles, nasogenian folds), and intense moisturizing skin care.

Nephydrat™ BC10061 is an extract of rambutan peel that helps to moisturize the skin, increase skin elasticity, and reduce wrinkle appearance to make the skin look visibly younger. BASF initiated the exploration of the rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) tree’s various cosmetic properties with the ambition to ensure the sustainable use of the resource and generate a positive impact on the supply chain's development.

Verdessence™ Alginate (formerly Hydagen® 558P) is an algae-based, natural rheology modifier that also provides an enhanced feel on the skin, making it suitable for skin care formats. In hair applications, it acts as a multifunctional styling fixative and rheology modifier, providing a natural hold and long-lasting curl definition, even in high humidity.

Hydagen® Aquaporin is made of highly concentrated glyceryl glucoside. One of the fundamental processes of life is the transportation of water molecules through the surface layer of the cells. The structure of these channels was clarified in the 1990s, and the corresponding proteins were named aquaporins. The discovery of these water canals was awarded with the Nobel Prize in chemistry in 2003. BASF now makes one of the best-known aquaporin-supporting substances available to the broad cosmetic market. Clinical studies show that Hydagen® Aquaporin boosts the moisturizing capacity of glycerin for instant and 24-hour hydration.

Ultra Filling Spheres® C00487 technology is based on the ability of dehydrated and cross-linked spheres to penetrate the upper layers of the epidermis and to absorb the water that evaporates from the deep dermis. Thanks to their hygroscopic properties, the volume of the spheres increases rapidly. Thus inflated, they tighten the skin, causing wrinkles to appear smoothed and leaving a skin surface that feels elastic with long lasting hydration.

Hispagel® Oil LV can primarily be used as a lubricant, sensory modifier, and moisturizing agent due to its rheological properties, water solubility, and hydration capacity. Hispagel® Oil LV is commonly used in cosmetic products for skin care and hair treatment.

Irwinol® LS 9890 is derived from the wax of the bush mango. Irwinol® is a botanical butter made mainly of triglycerides of saturated fatty acids. It forms a substantive protective film on skin that softens the skin, causing it to feel repaired immediately after application without any oily feeling.

Lipodermol® LS 9884 contains essential vitamins and fatty acids to protect and repair dry lips, offering long-lasting hydration to keep skin moisturized and combat the appearance and feeling of rough and scaly skin. It provides benefits for skin care, moisturization, and hydration.

Ceramide Catiosphere® is a bioactive ingredient in liquid form that enhances the efficacy of formulations, providing the desired benefits to customers. Ideal for use in body/hand care and face care products, it offers exceptional moisturization and reinforces the skin's barrier function.