Products in Film Formers: Body Cream

DOWSIL(TM) 593 FLUID is a blend of a dimethylsilicone polymer and a high molecular weight trimethylsiloxysilicate resin. It acts as a film former to provide water-repellency, wash-off resistance, and durability in sun care, color cosmetics, and lip stick formulations. This product has the properties of a polydimethylsiloxane fluid with a moderately high viscosity but with superior water repellency. 

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1403 Fluid is a clear solution of ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol fluid in a low-viscosity dimethicone fluid. This product is suitable for vegans as it does not contain ingredients of animal origin. It is a silicone gum blend designed for hair care. It has a wide range of applications, including hand and body lotions, protective creams, color cosmetics, shower gels, sun creams and lotions, and moisturizing creams and lotions.

A bio-based polymer, derived from corn that allows flexibility in hair care styling from stiff hold to subtle definition and textures from waxes to sprays. It is also non-GMO and suitable for Vegan Beauty. Features & Benefits Starch-based film-forming biopolymer Ideal solution for formulators seeking environmentally-friendly ingredients Easy-to-use powder in water-based formulations Aqueous dispersion forms a natural film on the hair Ability to achieve a range of hold levels with excellent esthetics Imparts styling durability Excellent humidity resistance and curl retention over 8 hours Compatible with gelling agents such as carbomer, xanthan gum and acrylates- based rheology modifiers Cost-effective styling polymer

EPITEX(TM) 66 Polymer is a film former that provides outstanding water resistance, improved feel on skin and ease of processing in a variety of formulation types, including O/W, W/O and W/S formulations. Compatible with other typical sunscreen ingredients, and suitable for use in creams, lotions and pump sprays.

Avalure™ UR 450 polymer is a water-dispersible film-forming polymer that produces water-resistant films for mascara, nail polish, and liquid makeup applications. It features the ability to disperse pigments effectively, providing high gloss in the finished products. Additionally, it promotes a uniform distribution of organic UV filters, enhancing the protective properties of the cosmetics.

Oilkemia™ 5S polymer is a multifunctional oil-soluble rheology modifier. It imparts thickening, clarity, and suspension properties to a wide range of oils and oil mixtures, including vegetable-based oils, triglycerides, esters, and organic UV filters. Oilkemia™ 5S polymer is typically supplied as 30% solids in caprylic and capric triglycerides. It allows the development of various textures, from thin, non-dripping systems to lotions, creams, and solid sticks. It can also improve the sensory experience by reducing the greasy afterfeel of oils in anhydrous and emulsion systems. This rheology modifier is efficient in medium- to high polarity systems, with a typical usage level of 1.0–6.0 wt% for low- to high-viscosity oil gels.

Sensomer™ Tara polymer is a multifunctional, natural film former and thickener with excellent sensory and synergistic behavior with other thickeners, obtained by a 100% mechanical process undertaken on the Tara seed endosperm. COSMOS approved, Vegan suitable, microbiome friendly, readily biodegradable according to OECD 301F, and NOC 100% according to ISO16128. Suitable for skin care, hair care and hair color applications.

Carbopol® Aqua SF-1 OS polymer is an acrylates copolymer and alkali-swellable rheology modifier specifically designed for skin care, sun care, and color cosmetic applications containing pigments. It offers excellent rheology and suspension in sophisticated oil-in-water skin care, sun care, or color cosmetic systems that contain high levels of coated and uncoated pigments (e.g., TiO2) or particles.

Flexan II polymer is a high molecular weight polystyrene sulfonate, sodium salt supplied as a free flowing off-white powder. It is a highly versatile polymer that provides benefits in both hair and skin care products. It forms clear, flexible films that shrink upon drying, quickly dissipates electric charge, is stable to temperatures exceeding 300°C, is highly anionic, and helps to reduce surface tension. In styling aids, Flexan II polymer is ideal for thermal protection and curl enhancing products. Flexan II polymer's water soluble polymer films are strong and flexible, making it a multifunctional ingredient for various styling aids.

Amaze SP 100% natural polymer provides humidity-resistant style retention, volume and anti-frizz performance for hair products. Its exceptional sensory and look makes it the ideal choice for natural and nude styling products that deliver touchable hold. Amaze SP polymer is a new entry into the hair styling market designed to offer consumers a more natural hold in use. It can be formulated into a variety of hair styling products ranging from mousses to creams and even sprays. The polymer itself is 100% natural and derived from plants only. It is manufactured using an extremely eco-conscious process to deliver a sustainable styling polymer. Amaze SP is soluble in water and water/ethanol solutions.

DERMACRYL E is an easy-to-use film former for water resistant sunscreen emulsions. It has been developed to provide excellent water resistance performance without the need to heat or neutralize the polymer. DERMACRYL E polymer is designed with an improvement on sun protection performance from Dermacryl AQF polymer.

Dermacryl X provides market leading water and rub-off resistance for reliable high SPF systems with pleasing esthetics in both inorganic and organic systems delivered from an emulsion base. This polymer also requires no heat or neutralization and can be easily incorporated into emulsion-based sunscreens to help simplify the formulation process.

Amaze XT is a 100% renewable, natural, multifunctional polymeric rheology modifier with exceptional thickening performance, superior suspension capabilities and esthetic properties for use in a wide range of personal care applications. Insoluble functional materials can provide visual appeal, deliver active ingredients and exfoliate. Incorporating and stabilizing these materials requires extra performance on the part of the rheology modifier. Amaze XT polymer provides the required performance. In addition to its thickening abilities, Amaze XT polymer has a high elastic/storage modulus (G’), indicating good suspending ability. Systems formulated with Amaze XT polymer show stable longterm suspension, even at elevated temperatures.

DERMACRYL AQF film forming polymer is an easy-to-use film former for water resistant sunscreen emulsions. It has been developed to provide excellent water resistance performance without the need to heat or neutralize the polymer.

DERMACRYL 79 is a hydrophobic, high molecular weight carboxylated acrylic copolymer. DERMACRYL 79 is inherently moisture resistant — the polymer can be used in waterproof sunscreens as well as a variety of creams and lotions. It forms an excellent low-shine film for resistance to abrasion or rub-off and helps maintain active ingredients at the application site. It meets the Credo Clean Standard and the requirements for Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty.

Amaze polymer is a nonionic, naturally-derived film former based on modified corn starch. This starch-based fixative offers excellent root lifting properties, good humidity resistance, and sensorial benefits in hair styling aids.

SolAmaze® Natural solution is a novel bio-based, biodegradable product, containing a film-forming polymer that offers superior water resistance and pleasing aesthetics for high SPF emulsion sunscreens. SolAmaze® Natural solution is globally approved and was developed to maintain the performance of leading synthetic polymers while reducing the persistence in the environment.

MASCOL® 18/98P is a versatile ingredient serving as a viscosity modifier, emulsifier, emollient, film former, and re-fatting agent. It brings an array of benefits, including: Emulsion Stabilization Hydration Irritation Reduction Moist Feel Moisturizing Non-drying Effects Skin Protection Smoothing Softening Water Absorbency MASCOL® 18/98P applications extend to the realm of personal care, where it enhances various products.

MASCOL® 68/50P is a high-quality blend of natural cetyl and stearyl alcohol (50:50). It can be used as an emollient, emulsifier, stabilizer, refatting agent, or opacifier in various applications like creams and lotions, shampoos, or detergents to moisturize and smooth the skin and hair, as well as to reduce irritation. MASCOL® 68/50P is vegan, non-GMO, non-allergenic, and derived from sustainable palm oil, produced by the Musim Mas group. The product comes as a liquid or in white solid form as pastilles. Please refer to MASCOL® 68/50P for a 30:70 mix of Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol. Our MASCOL product range is halal and kosher.

TRI-K Industries, Inc. Silk Tein NPNF® is useful in hair and skin preparations for its excellent moisture-binding properties and smooth feel. In addition, it increases the substantivity of skin and hair and provides a protective barrier. INCI: Hydrolyzed Silk 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 - 5.5. This product is gluten-free and non-GMO. Other versions are available.

TRI-K Industries, Inc. Mari Coll NPNF® is great for hair and skin. Hydrolyzed collagen improves the moisture content of skin and hair due to its film forming and moisture binding properties. Offers the versatility of collagen but is derived only from fish. INCI: Hydrolyzed Collagen 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 and non-GMO.

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.

OleoFLEX™ EG 200 is a novel elastomeric and non-greasy gel consisting of natural oil and advanced synthetic polymers. It is based on a patented technology that structures the natural vegetable oils by creating a 3-dimensional microsponge polymer network. When used alone or in combination with traditional waxes, it creates novel cushion textures and new product formats. It forms a flexible and invisible vegetable oil film on the skin and hair, transforming dry and flaky skin into fresh and young-looking skin and restoring the dry and lifted hair cuticles back to healthy and shiny hair.

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.

LexFilm® BB is 100% natural and sustainable emollient, humectant, pigment dispersant, and dye solubilizer used in lipstick, lip gloss, and other color cosmetics. It is tasteless, with ultra-low odor and superb pigment-dispersing properties.

Vellaplex™ MB is a 100% plant-based moisturizer & natural film-forming polymer optimized for moisture retention and a cushiony sensory profile.

Desamidocollagen K1.5 is one of the scleroproteins (fiber proteins) and is rich in typical amino acids such as proline and hydroxyproline. The active ingredient is considered one of the best moisturizers ever. The collagen has an excellent hydrating effect, forms a protective film on the skin and convinces as a very inexpensive collagen of high quality. Desamidocollagen K 1.5 is particularly suitable for cosmetics for face and skin care.

Collaplex 1.0 PHE is a native, acid-soluble collagen for use in moisturizers, face creams and other skin care formulas. The active ingredient shows a very good absorption capacity of water and provides long-term moisture. The natural collagen actively counteracts lines like wrinkles and ensures smooth and firm skin. The film formed, which protects against harmful environmental influences, is particularly advantageous

Collagen is the most common form of protein in our body. It primarily plays a structural role and is the main component of the skin, nails, cartilage, tendons and ligaments in humans. Collaplex 1.0 LL 2.0 shows excellent water absorption capacity. This native collagen helps fill lines and wrinkles and makes your skin look smooth. In addition, this outer film reduces the negative influences of the environment on the skin. Suitable for nourishing face cream and skin care formulations.

Osaka Organic Chemical Industry LTD PVA 6450 is comprised of VP/VA Copolymer and Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with 1-ethenyl-2-pyrrolidinone. It is commonly used as Film Former, Binder, Fixative and Suspension Aid for a variety of applications in Hair Care, Skin Care, Color Cosmetics, Treatment Products and Oral Care. It is a Chemical Synthesis product.

Andisil® PTM 20 is a polyphenylmethylsiloxane for use in personal care formulations.

Andisil® SF 1505 is a blend of volatile siloxanes and high molecular weight gum which provides excellent water resistance, enhanced adhesion of actives and anti-friss properties. It offers a long-lasting feel, film-forming, lubrication, tack reduction, UV protection, and imparts a variety of sensory properties. This product is recommended for lotions/creams, skin and suncare, color cosmetics, and hair care applications.

Colorless, Oily Liquid. Low viscosity oil with light and dry feeling. Good pigment dispersing property.

Pureco 76 is a highly refined coconut oil. This specialty oil is kosher, non-hydrogenated, and very well utilized in the nutritional and personal care space. Besides its€™ excellent properties as a food-grade ingredient, it provides exceptional skin barrier properties for a variety of personal care applications. It is manufactured in USA.

Capmul® S12L (Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate) is the partially neutralized condensation product of lauric acid and lactic acid. It is used both in hair care and skin care, providing an additional skin conditioning effect. Capmul® S12L is an environmentally friendly replacement for alkanolamides providing rheology control as well as giving esthetically pleasing dense, creamy foam. Due to the high foaming character of Capmul® S12L, it may be employed as a primary surfactant in sulfate-free formulations or used as a secondary surfactant to add additional benefits. Capmul® S12L is an excellent emulsifier in creams and lotions, providing an alpha-hydroxyl acid benefit at lower pH. It is manufactured in USA.

Captex® 170 medium-chain triglyceride is a cocoyl caprylocaprate that is a low viscous liquid at room temperature, making it an excellent film former and plasticizer for cosmetic formulations. It is also an excellent emollient and skin feel modifier. Captex 170 is able to translocate actives across the skin with and not through it. It is manufactured in USA.