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1Speciality Ingredients for Personal Care Croda is one of the worlds leading global suppliers of speciality raw materials for the personal care industry, working with their customers to meet consumer needs.
Supported by proven efficacy testing, Crodas wide and diverse product range combines functionality with innovation to deliver ingredients and actives that offer sophisticated solutions to meet the needs of specific consumer demands.
This guide provides an overview of the personal care product range, giving essential information for preliminary product selection.
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Contents Page
Speciality Proteins and Protein Derivatives 2-8
Speciality Cellulose Derivatives 8
Styling Polymers 8
Inorganic UV Filters 9-11
SPF Booster 11
Lanolin, Lanolin Fractions and Derivatives 12-13
Speciality Triglycerides 14-15
Exfoliant 15
Nonionic Surfactants 16-24
Anionic Surfactants 25-26
Amphoteric Surfactants 26
Speciality Cationic Compounds 27-28
Emollient Esters 29-32
Emollient Ethers 32-33
Other Emollients 33
Fatty Acids 34
Fatty Acid Soap 34
Fatty Alcohols 35
Waxes 35
Humectants 35-36
Rheology Modifiers and Gelling Agents 36-37
Conditioning Polymers 37
Speciality Blends and Bases 38-39
HLB Values 40-43
Index of Ingredients Listed Alphabetically by INCI Name 44-55
Index of Ingredients Listed Alphabetically by Tradename 56-66
Notes: Crodas diverse portfolio includes some products that require preservatives and/or other additives to ensure quality. Many of these products are available with alternative preservative/additive systems to meet different customer needs. These are not individually listed in this guide, for further information contact your local sales office.
Usage levels indicated for each ingredient apply to the product as supplied. They should be used as a guide only and are not intended to restrict usage beyond these parameters.
Physical forms are specified at 25C.
% Active indicates typical average activity levels.
2Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
Vegetable ProteinsAminofoamTM W OR
Aqua (and) Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
Pale yellow liquid
350 25 Ultra mild protein surfactant that imparts excellent cleansing performance without significant defatting of the skin. Very good foaming characteristics and acts as a foam stabiliser when added to other surfactants. Suitable for use in facial cleansers, mild body washes and shampoos, styling mousses and baby care products. Usage levels: 2-10%
CrodasoneTM W PF
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
Clear yellow/amber liquid
50,000 25 An advanced copolymer of hydrolysed wheat protein and silicone that offers proven protection against cuticle damage caused by common hair styling practices such as blow drying, combing and styling. Due to its complex polymeric structure, it cross-links on drying to form a conditioning and protective network that offers functional benefits to hair care products. Suitable for use in conditioners, conditioning shampoos, thermal protection products, styling products, aqueous alcoholic systems and split end repair treatments. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 1-5%.
CromoistTM O25 Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Oats Clear amber liquid
1,000 25 A hydrating complex of hydrolysed oat protein and oligosaccharides. Imparts soft skin feel. Also has hair softening benefits. Suitable for use in conditioning shampoos, leave-on and rinse-off conditioners and styling products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Cromoist WHP Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (and) Mel
Pale yellow powder
1,000 85 A moisturising complex of the natural sugars occurring in honey with hydrolysed wheat protein that provides skin and hair moisturisation benefits. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, conditioning shampoos, conditioners, detergent cleansers and facial wash applications. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.25-1.5%.
Cromoist WQ Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (and) Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Off-white powder
3,500 85 A novel combination of quaternised wheat protein and quaternised wheat oligosaccharides (hydrolysed starch) with proven moisturisation benefits in rinse-off systems. Suitable for use in shower gels, facial washes, liquid soaps, conditioning shampoos and both rinse-off and leave-on hair conditioners. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.3-3%.
CropeptideTM QL
Aqua (and) Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (and) Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Clear amber liquid
4,000 30 A novel combination of quaternised wheat protein and quaternised wheat oligosaccharides (hydrolysed starch) makes this product an excellent hair conditioning complex ideal for conditioners, detanglers and conditioning shampoos. It also possesses flash foaming and foam boosting/stabilisation properties in surfactant systems. Preserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Cropeptide W PF
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Yellow/amber liquid
1,500 20 A water soluble wheat protein hydrolysate in a synergistic hydrating complex with wheat oligosaccharides (hydrolysed starch). Its combination of film forming and moisturising properties make it an extremely functional active for the hair. It is a powerful moisture regulator that weatherproofs the hair against extreme weather conditions. Penetrates the hair, reaching all areas of the inner cortex. Plasticises the hair to improve tensile strength and provides body and texture. Effective skin moisturiser for both leave-on and wash-off products. Suitable for use in shampoos, styling products, creams and lotions. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 1-5%.
Speciality Proteins and Protein Derivatives
3Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
Vegetable ProteinsCropeptide W Powder
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Off-white powder
1,500 90 Offering the same benefits as the liquid variant, Cropeptide W PF, in powder form. Suitable for use in shampoos, styling products, creams and lotions. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.25-2%.
CroquatTM Soya PE
Aqua (and) Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Amber liquid 2,500 20 Highly substantive cationic conditioning agent based on hydrolysed soya protein. Significantly improves wet and dry combability. Suitable for use in all hair care applications, especially conditioning shampoos and rinse-off conditioners. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
HydroavenaTM HpO
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Oats Amber liquid 1,000 25 A hydrating peptide mixture derived from certified organic oats that moisturises hair and skin from within. Proven capability to moisturise skin and counteract age related loss of skin suppleness. Suitable for use in all skin care and hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Hydroexcelsa HpO
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Brazil Nut Protein
Yellow/amber liquid
1,000 20 Exotic and highly effective moisturising agent derived by gentle enzymatic hydrolysis of certified organic and sustainably harvested Amazonian brazil nuts. Highly substantive and capable of penetrating hair fibres to moisturise from within. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Hydrosolanum PE
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Clear yellow liquid
750 20 An excellent moisture regulator for hair that works from within the fibre providing deep moisturisation to reduce fibre brittleness and formation of split ends. Effective in skin care applications where it increases the moisturisation of the stratum corneum, whilst also increasing the skins extensibility. Particularly good for moisturising creams and lotions, conditioning shampoos, hair conditioners, hair restructurants/hot oils and split end treatments. Usage levels: 1-5%.
HydrosoyTM 2000 PE
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Yellow/amber liquid
2,000 20 A conditioning agent based on hydrolysed soya protein that moisturises and protects the hair. In skin care it retains moisture at the surface of the skin and imparts a pleasant skin feel. Proven counter irritancy benefits from common surfactant systems. Suitable for use in hair care and skin care. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
HydrotriticumTM 2000 PE
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear yellow/amber liquid
1,500 20 Premium, high purity hydrolysed wheat protein. Excellent moisture regulating conditioning agent. Proven skin moisturising benefits, even at low relative humidity. Increases skin elasticity. Suitable for use in all hair care applications including perms, as well as skin creams and lotions. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Hydrotriticum 2000 Powder
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Off-white powder
1,500 85
Hydrotriticum PVP PE
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer
Clear yellow liquid
40,000 22 A unique copolymer that confers excellent film forming and conditioning properties to the hair, imparting gloss, manageability, body and shine and improved curl retention. Provides proven tightening and smoothing benefits to the skin from aqueous systems. Helps to define lashes in mascara preparations. Suitable for use in hair styling, dyes and perms, shampoos and conditioners and body contouring products. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 1-5%
4Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
Vegetable ProteinsHydrotriticum QL
Aqua (and) Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear yellow/amber liquid
2,000 25 Highly substantive cationic hair conditioning agents. Significantly improve wet and dry combability. Also enhances body and shine and imparts a silky feel to the hair. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%Hydrotriticum
QMAqua (and) Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear yellow/amber liquid
2,000 25
Hydrotriticum QS
Aqua (and) Steardimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Amber liquid 2,000 25
Hydrotriticum WAA
Aqua (and) Wheat Amino Acids Clear yellow/amber liquid
150 14 An amino acid complex derived from wheat protein providing powerful moisture binding properties in hair care applications. Proven to penetrate the hair shaft to increase plasticity of the hair and thus help prevent breakage and split ends. Substantive and suitable for wash-off and leave-on applications. Usage levels: 0.5-3%.
Hydrotriticum WQ PE
Aqua (and) Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear amber liquid
1,800 25 Substantive hair conditioning agent. Imparts body and texture to the hair and increases moisturisation. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
KeravisTM PE Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
Clear yellow/amber liquid
1,800 15 Proven to be an extremely powerful hair strengthening complex. Has dual action, penetrating the hair shaft to increase moisture content and plasticity of the hair, and coating the hair to lubricate and reinforce the cuticle. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 1-5%
ProleviumTM Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein
Yellow/amber liquid
800 20 Low molecular weight hydrolysed cottonseed protein provides deep moisturisation to the skin. Proven mildness and counter-irritancy is ideal for sensitive skin applications and baby care products. Its substantive nature imparts a long lasting, soft skin feel even from rinse-off systems. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
TritisolTM PE Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear amber liquid
100,000 20 Film forming properties impart an immediate smoothing and firming effect on the skin. Proven skin moisturisation in wash-off applications. Enhance hair sheen and body and aid curl retention. Provide thickening benefits to lashes. Suitable for use in body contouring and wash-off products, mascara, hair conditioning and styling. Different preservative options available. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Tritisol Powder Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Beige powder 60,000 85
Tritisol XM PE Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Clear amber liquid
180,000 15
VoluminisTM Aqua (and) Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Copolymer
Clear yellow liquid
50,000 20 Novel copolymer of hydrolysed wheat protein and a cationic monomer that delivers exceptional hair volume from rinse-off conditioners. Hair looks and feels fuller without frizz. Also suitable for leave-in formulations. Usage levels: 2.5-5%
Marine CollagenCollasolTM M Aqua (and) Soluble Collagen Amber liquid 300,000 0.5 A native soluble collagen similar to that found in the
skin. Highly effective moisturiser. Imparts skin smoothing benefits by virtue of its film forming properties. Denatures at temperatures above 28C. Suitable for use in facial skin care and body care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-2%
Speciality Proteins and Protein Derivatives
5Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
Marine CollagenCroteinTM M Hydrolyzed Collagen Off-white
powder12,000 95 Effective moisturising and film forming agent for both
skin and hair. Increases hair plasticity thus helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Crotein MCAA Aqua (and) Collagen Amino Acids
Pale yellow liquid
150 15 Powerful moisture binding properties in hair care applications. Proven to penetrate the hair shaft to increase plasticity of the hair and thus help prevent breakage and split ends. Substantive to the hair and suitable for use in both wash-off and leave-on applications. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
CollagenAminofoamTM C Aqua (and) TEA-Lauroyl
Collagen Amino AcidsClear yellow liquid
350 40 Ultra mild protein surfactant that imparts excellent cleansing performance without significant defatting. Very good foaming characteristics, acts as foam stabiliser when added to other surfactants. Suitable for use in facial cleansers, mild bodywashes and shampoos and baby care products. Usage levels: 2-10%
Cromoist HYA Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Collagen (and) Hyaluronic Acid
Off-white powder
9,000 16 A traditional hydrolysed collagen protein imparting conditioning, hair softening and moisturisation properties. Ideal for use in skin care creams and lotions, as well as hair shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments. Also works well in rinse-off systems such as detergent cleansers and facial washes. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
CroquatTM L Aqua (and) Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Clear yellow liquid
9,000 40 Highly substantive cationic hair conditioning agents based on hydrolysed collagen. Significantly improve wet and dry combability. Also enhance body and shine and impart a silky feel to the hair. Suitable for all hair care applications.Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Croquat M Aqua (and) Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Clear yellow liquid
9,000 40
Croquat S Aqua (and) Steardimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Clear yellow/amber liquid
8,000 40
CropeptoneTM 50
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Collagen
Clear amber liquid
8,000 50 Effective moisturising and film forming agent for both the skin and hair. Increases hair plasticity thus helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
CroteinTM O Hydrolyzed Collagen Off-white powder
9,000 95 Traditional hydrolysed collagen products offering excellent conditioning and moisturising for the skin and hair. Crotein O is able to penetrate most effectively while Crotein C is the best film former. Suitable for skin care and hair care applications. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Crotein A Hydrolyzed Collagen Off-white powder
12,000 95
Crotein C Hydrolyzed Collagen Off-white powder
25,000 95
Crotein CAA S/F
Aqua (and) Collagen Amino Acids
Clear yellow liquid
150 40 Penetrates the hair to increase plasticity and reduce brittleness thus helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crotein Q Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Collagen
Off-white powder
12,000 95 Highly substantive cationic conditioning agent. Improves hair manageability, body and gloss. Suitable for use in shampoos, conditioners and styling products. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
6Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
KeratinCroquat K Aqua (and) Laurdimonium
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Clear amber liquid
1,000 20 Improves wet and dry combability. Enhances body and shine and imparts a silky keratin feel to the hair. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Croquat WKP Aqua (and) Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Clear amber liquid
1,000 25 A highly substantive cationic conditioning agent derived from keratin. Adds body and shine to the hair and imparts a soft, silky feel. Enhances combability and lubricity. Suitable for use in hair care and nail care preparations. Usage levels: 0.2-3%
Crotein Cashmere PE
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Keratin Clear yellow/amber liquid
150 20 Powerful moisture binding properties in hair care applications. Penetrates the cuticle, helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Substantive to the hair and suitable for use in both wash-off and leave-on products. Usage levels: 0.2-3%
Crotein HKP Powder
Keratin Amino Acids (and) Sodium Chloride
Off-white powder
150 55 Amino acid complexes derived from keratin protein that penetrate the hair cortex, increase moisture levels and plasticity. Improve manageability and appearance. Also used to condition the nails and cuticles. Suitable for use in hair care and nail care. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crotein HKP S/F
Aqua (and) Keratin Amino Acids Amber liquid 150 20
Crotein K Hydrolyzed Keratin Off-white powder
500 70 Penetrates the hair cortex, increases moisture levels and plasticity. Improves manageability and appearance. Suitable for use in hair care and used to condition nails and cuticles. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crotein WKP Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Keratin Clear amber liquid
600 20 Exhibits powerful moisturisation properties due to its ability to penetrate the hair cuticle and hydrate from within. Naturally substantive to the hair, it imparts a soft, silky feel even from rinse-off systems. Usage levels: 0.3-2%
KerasolTM Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Keratin Hazy amber liquid
125,000 20 Extremely effective permanent conditioner by virtue of high cystine levels. Imparts film forming benefits. Gives long lasting body and sheen even after repeated shampooing. Suitable for use in post-perm repair shampoos and conditioners and nail care. Usage levels: 1-10%
KeratecTM IFP PE
Aqua (and) Keratin (and) Hydrolyzed Keratin
Pale yellow liquid
50,000 6 A patented keratin derived active that provides a 'protein shield' to help protect the hair from environmental damage. Capable of creating a coherent film on the surface of the hair, it offers excellent cuticle smoothing benefits. Suitable for all hair care applications, especially for anti-ageing and UV protection claims. Usage levels: 1-5%
ProSinaTM Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Keratin Clear yellow/amber liquid
3,000 10 Hydrolysed keratin capable of moisturising the skin and strengthening the nails. Made using a mild proprietary process that leaves the natural cystine content of the keratin in an active, S-sulpho form. It is the high proportion of these groups that enables cross-linking with the keratin in nails, resulting in an increase in the integrity and cohesion of the nail plate. Usage levels: 2-5%
Speciality Proteins and Protein Derivatives
7Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
SilkCrosilkTM AS Lauroyl Silk Amino Acids Beige/yellow
paste275 73 An alcohol soluble silk amino acid derivative with
moisturisation and conditioning properties. Suitable for use in hairsprays, nail varnish removers and any alcoholic systems. Usage levels: 2-5%
Crosilk G Aqua (and) Silk Amino Acids Clear yellow/amber liquid
150 14 Penetrates the hair to provide excellent moisturising benefits. Increases the plasticity of the hair, helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crosilk Liquid Aqua (and) Silk Amino Acids Yellow/amber liquid
150 16 Composed principally of the free amino acids occuring in silk. Penetrates the hair to provide excellent moisturising benefits. Increases the plasticity of the hair, helping to prevent breakage and split ends. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crosilk Powder Serica Off-white powder
500,000 92 Has high moisture absorption properties. Confers a silk like feel to the skin and hair. Incorporated into cosmetic systems to allow a 'Pure Silk' marketing claim, used to convey luxury and sensorial benefits. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.2-2%
Crosilk Protein Complex
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Silk Clear yellow liquid
300 14 A complex of high and low molecular weight silk protein hydrolysates and amino acids to provide a balance of moisturising and film forming benefits. Suitable for use in both skin care and hair care and can also be used to thicken lashes. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crosilk 10000 Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Silk Amber liquid 1,000 15 A complex of higher molecular weight polypeptides derived from silk protein. Imparts excellent moisturising benefits in skin care. Increases the plasticity of the hair, helping prevent breakage and split ends. Suitable for use in hair care and moisturising skin creams and lotions. Usage levels: 0.5-2%
CrosilkquatTM Aqua (and) Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids
Clear amber liquid
500 20 Based on quaternised silk amino acids, exhibiting excellent substantivity to the hair surface at low concentrations, thereby improving softness, texture and handling characteristics. Effective moisturiser and conditioning agent in hair care formulations. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
MilkHydrolactinTM 2500
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein Off-white powder
1,800 90 Excellent conditioning agent for the hair, derived from milk protein. Penetrates the cortex, elevating moisture levels and increasing the plasticity of the hair. Enhances body and gloss. Also used to retain moisture at the skin's surface and imparts a pleasant skin feel. Suitable for use in moisturising hair care and skin care applications. Unpreserved. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Hydrolactin QM Aqua (and) Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Yellow/amber liquid
1,300 20 Quaternary milk protein derivative with excellent conditioning benefits for the hair. Reduces flyaway, improves combability and enhances gloss and afterfeel. Suitable for use in all hair care applications. Usage levels: 1-5%
8Product INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
OtherCrodasoneTM Cystine
Aqua (and) Cystine Bis-PG-Propyl Silanetriol
Clear yellow/amber liquid
20,000 15 A highly specialised cystine/silicone copolymer. Cross-links on drying to form a protective film. Its functionality is enhanced by heat activation. Proven to prevent and repair hair cuticle damage. Confers permanent conditioning properties. Excellent curl retention properties and enhances gloss. Suitable for use in all hair care applications including perms and mascaras. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
CrolastinTM 30 Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Elastin Clear amber liquid
3,000 25 A traditional hydrolysed elastin protein with effective moisturising and conditioning for the skin and hair. Improves skin tone and elasticity. Suitable for use in all skin care applications.Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Speciality Proteins and Protein Derivatives
Speciality Cellulose DerivativesProduct INCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
CrodacelTM QM Aqua (and) PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Cocodimonium Chloride
Pale yellow liquid
100,000 20 Substantive to the hair without causing build-up. Impart body, texture and gloss. Improve wet and dry combability, manageability and ease of styling. Reduce flyaway. Particularly suited to rinse-off hair conditioners, conditioning shampoos and styling products. Confer skin conditioning benefits when incorporated into body and facial washes. Usage levels: 0.2-2%
Crodacel QS Aqua (and) PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Steardimonium Chloride
Pale yellow paste
100,000 20
Product INCI name Physical form % Active Properties/applications
MiruStyleTM CP Aqua (and) Polyquaternium-72 Amber liquid 25 Exceptional curl memory and retention benefits for high energy, well defined curls. Reduces frizz and does not affect the feel or shine of the hair. Suitable for use in styling products and conditioners. Usage levels: 10-15% (styling), 1-5% (conditioners)
MiruStyle MFP PE
Aqua (and) Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Yellow liquid 20 Provides excellent style retention without affecting the feel or sheen of the hair. Reduces frizz and static flyaway. Suitable for use in styling products and conditioners. Usage levels: 10-15% (styling), 1-5% (conditioners)
MiruStyle X-HP Aqua (and) Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Yellow/amber liquid 12 Offering X-treme heat protection, it is a styling agent that radically reduces the damaging effects of thermal styling tools. Provides unrivalled defence against the intense heat generated by modern appliances. Usage levels: 2-10%
Styling Polymers
9Product INCI name Physical form % Solids % Active Properties/applications
OptisolTM Titanium Dioxide (and) Manganese Oxide
Beige powder 100 >99 Inorganic UV filter and free radical manager, offering broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, minimal free radical generation and anti-oxidant properties. Enhances the photo-stability of formulations containing organic UV absorbers.
Optisol TD-50 Titanium Dioxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Tri-PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Citrate (and) Sorbitan Isostearate (and) Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate (and) Manganese Oxide
Beige liquid 50 49 Pre-dispersed form of Optisol. Inorganic UV filter and free radical manager, offering broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, minimal free radical generation and anti-oxidant properties. Enhances the photo-stability of formulations containing organic UV absorbers.
SolaveilTM CT-100
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Alumina
Off-white liquid 45 33 Oil based dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, providing high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil CT-12W
Aqua (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Oleth-10 (and) Isodeceth-6 (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina (and) Simethicone (and) Phenoxyethanol
Off-white liquid 40 30 Water based dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, providing high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin. Ideal for combining with organic sunscreens. Different preservative option available with Solaveil CT-10W.
Solaveil CT-200
Titanium Dioxide (and) Isohexadecane (and) Triethylhexanoin (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Alumina
Off-white liquid 50 37 Oil based dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, providing high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin and elegant skin feel. Ideal for daily skin care applications.
Solaveil CT-300
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
Off-white liquid 45 33 Dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide in a naturally derived carrier oil. Provides high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil CT-30W
Aqua (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Sodium Polyacrylate (and) Silica (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Sodium Citrate
Off-white liquid 40 29 Water based dispersion of hydrophilic titanium dioxide, providing high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil CT-434
Titanium Dioxide (and) Cyclomethicone (and) Propylene Glycol Isostearate (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Alumina
Off-white liquid 45 33 Oil based dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, providing high SPF efficacy with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil CZ-100
Zinc Oxide (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Isostearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57 Oil based zinc oxide dispersion that provides effective UVA protection with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil CZ-200
Zinc Oxide (and) Isohexadecane (and) Triethylhexanoin (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Isostearic Acid
Off-white liquid 65 62 Oil based zinc oxide dispersion that provides effective UVA protection with true transparency on the skin and elegant skin feel.
Solaveil CZ-300
Zinc Oxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Isostearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57 Dispersion of zinc oxide in a naturally derived carrier oil. Provides effective UVA protection with true transparency on the skin.
Solaveil XT-100
Titanium Dioxide (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Stearic Acid (and) Alumina
White liquid 55 47 Oil based titanium dioxide dispersion offering unprecedented broad spectrum protection and a light, elegant skin feel. Allows the formulation of high SPF, broad spectrum sun protection products using a single active ingredient.
Solaveil XT-300
Titanium Dioxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Stearic Acid (and) Alumina
White liquid 55 47 Approved natural by Ecocert. Titanium dioxide dispersion in a naturally derived carrier oil, ideal for natural sun care applications. Allows the formulation of high SPF, broad spectrum sun protection products using a single active ingredient.
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Product INCI name Physical form % Solids % Active Properties/applications
SpectraveilTM FIN
Zinc Oxide (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57 Oil based zinc oxide dispersions providing effective and safe UVA protection.
Spectraveil IPM
Zinc Oxide (and) Isopropyl Myristate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57
Spectraveil MOTG
Zinc Oxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Mineral Oil (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57
Spectraveil TG Zinc Oxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Off-white liquid 60 57
TioveilTM 50 FCM
Titanium Dioxide (and) Cyclomethicone (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40 Oil based dispersions of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, which provide high SPF efficacy and is less whitening on the skin than conventional sunscreen grades of titanium dioxide.
Tioveil 50 FIN C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil 50 GCM Titanium Dioxide (and) Cyclomethicone (and) Octyldodecanol (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil 50 IPM Isopropyl Myristate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil 50 MOTG
Titanium Dioxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Mineral Oil (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil 50 OP Ethylhexyl Palmitate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil 50 TG Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 50 40
Tioveil ABC Titanium Dioxide (and) Cyclomethicone (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30 Oil based dispersion of hydrophilic titanium dioxide, which provides high SPF efficacy and broad spectrum protection.
Tioveil AQ-N Aqua (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Silica (and) Sodium Polyacrylate (and) Sodium Methyl Paraben
White liquid 40 30 Water based dispersion of hydrophilic titanium dioxide, giving high SPF efficacy, broad spectrum protection and flexibility in formulations. Different preservative options available.
Tioveil CM Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone (and) Aluminium Stearate (and) Alumina
White liquid 40 32 Silicone based dispersion of hydrophobic titanium dioxide, combining high efficacy with transparency on the skin and an elegant cosmetic skin feel.
Tioveil FIN C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30 Oil based dispersion of hydrophilic titanium dioxide, which provides high SPF efficacy and broad spectrum protection.
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Product INCI name Physical form % Solids % Active Properties/applications
Tioveil IPM Isopropyl Myristate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30 Oil based dispersions of hydrophilic titanium dioxide, which provide high SPF efficacy and broad spectrum protection.
Tioveil MOTG Titanium Dioxide (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Mineral Oil (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30
Tioveil OP Ethylhexyl Palmitate (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30
Tioveil TG Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Titanium Dioxide (and) Alumina (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Silica
White liquid 40 30
Product IINCI name Physical form Average MW % Active Properties/applications
SolPerFormTM 100
Aqua (and) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer
Clear yellow liquid
40,000 22 A film forming polymer that boosts the efficacy of UV filters in O/W sunscreen formulations by improving the distribution of the active(s) over the skin, without affecting skin feel. Usage levels: 1-5%.
SPF Booster
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Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
LanolinCorona Lanolin Yellow paste Excellent skin moisturiser and superfatting agent. High water absorption
capacity. Widely used W/O emulsion stabiliser and emulsifier, with high water absorption capacity. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, lipsticks, soaps and detergent systems. Usage levels: 1-15%
MedilanTM Lanolin Yellow paste Exceptionally pure grade of medical lanolin. Confers intensive skin repair benefits. Designed for the treatment of dry skin conditions, as well as severely compromised skin such as eczema and psoriasis. Manufactured to GMP standards and conforms to Ph Eur monograph for wool fat and USP modified lanolin monograph. Suitable for use in mother and baby products and for hypersensitive skin. Available without BHT. Usage levels: 1-10%
PharmalanTM Lanolin Yellow paste A pharmaceutical grade of lanolin manufactured to GMP standards and conforms to the requirements of Wool Fat Ph Eur. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Available without BHT. Usage levels: 1-10%
Lanolin Fractions and DerivativesAqualoseTM L30 PEG-30 Lanolin Yellow solid O/W emulsifier, solubiliser and wetting agent. Water soluble emollient providing
superfatting and foam stabilising benefits to detergent systems. Reduces erythema and barrier damage caused by surfactants. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products and baby care. Usage levels: 1-5%
ArgowaxTM DCS Lanolin Alcohol Yellow solid Bodying agent for creams, lotions and sticks. Good W/O emulsifier and emulsion stabiliser. Plasticiser in hairsprays. Suitable for use in skin care and hair styling. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
AcylanTM Acetylated Lanolin Yellow paste A superb skin smoothing product, more lipophilic than lanolin. Forms water repellent films making it ideal for sunscreen applications. It is also an excellent superfatting agent for soaps. Suitable for use in skin care, baby care, sun care, colour cosmetics, soaps and shaving products. Usage levels: 1-10%
Cholesterol USP/NF
Cholesterol White crystalline powder
Excellent moisturiser with skin and hair conditioning benefits. Very effective in repairing the skin barrier. Powerful W/O emulsifier and emulsion stabiliser. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Coronet Lanolin
Lanolin Cera Yellow solid Effective moisturiser and conditioning agent for the skin and hair. Powerful superfatting agent. Forms very stable W/O emulsions suited to tropical climates. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
CrestalanTM Isopropyl Palmitate (and) Lanolin Oil Clear pale yellow liquid
Non greasy, non tacky emollient that has good spreading properties and is rapidly absorbed into the skin. Excellent moisturiser, conditioner, plasticiser and superfatting agent. Facilitates pigment wetting by reducing the viscosity of highly pigmented dispersions. Suitable for use in skin creams, lotions and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 1-5%
CrossentialTM Optima
Lanolin Alcohol Yellow solid A natural donor of essential cholesterol that helps rejuvenate mature skin and restore a youthful resilience to ageing. Suitable for use in anti-ageing, daily facial care and general skin care. Usage levels: 2-10%
FluilanTM Lanolin Oil Clear yellow liquid
Effective moisturiser and conditioner in both skin care and hair care. Imparts emollience to creams and lotions. W/O emulsifier. Excellent glossing agent and moisturiser in lipsticks, lip glosses and salves. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 2-10%
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Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
Lanolin Fractions and DerivativesLanestaTM S Isopropyl Lanolate Yellow paste Light, cushiony emollients that melt directly on contact with the skin imparting
a unique skin feel in skin care and lip products. Easy to apply and readily absorbed without stickiness. Good lubricant and glossing agent. Non greasy hydrophobic binder in pressed powders. Suitable for use in lipsticks and creams and lotions for dry skin. Usage levels: 1-10%
Lanesta SA30 Isopropyl Lanolate (and) Ozokerite Yellow paste
Super RefinedTM Lanesta
Isopropyl Lanolate Yellow paste
LanexolTM PPG-12 PEG-50 Lanolin Clear amber liquid
Plasticiser for polymers and resins. Water and alcohol soluble emollient. O/W emulsifier and solubiliser. Forms glossy tack free films. Suitable for use in hair sprays and other stylers, after-shave products, antiperspirants and deodorants, sun creams and detergent systems. Usage levels: 1-5%
PolycholTM 15 Laneth-15 Yellow solid Superb water and alcohol soluble emollients. O/W emulsifiers, solubilisers, dispersing and wetting agents. The higher ethoxylate chains are excellent gelling agents. Suitable for use in skin creams, lotions, toners and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 1-5%
Polychol 20 Laneth-20 Yellow solid
Polychol 40 Laneth-40 Yellow solid
SatulanTM Hydrogenated Lanolin Off-white solid Benefits from very low odour and colour. Imparts emollience and skin conditioning properties. W/O emulsifier. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 1-25%
SolanTM E PEG-75 Lanolin Yellow solid Water soluble emollients. O/W emulsifiers, solubilisers and wetting agents. Ideal for use in detergent systems to impart superfatting and foam stabilising benefits. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products, hair styling and nail care. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Solan E50 Aqua (and) PEG-75 Lanolin Yellow liquid
Solan ELD PEG-75 Lanolin Yellow solid
Super HartolanTM
Lanolin Alcohol Yellow solid A natural lipid rich in sterols. Imparts moisturising, conditioning and protective benefits to both the skin and hair. Highly effective W/O emulsifier and excellent emulsion stabiliser. Serves as a superfatting agent in soaps and detergent systems. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care, sun care, baby creams and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Super Sterol Ester
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
White paste Proven to enhance skin elasticity and moisturisation. Excellent skin smoothing and skin repair properties for dry skin creams, baby oils and barrier creams. Imparts excellent gloss benefits in lip glosses and also enhances moisturisation and application properties. Very low odour and colour. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care, lip care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Super Sterol Liquid
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Clear colourless liquid
Excellent skin conditioning, skin repair and moisturising agent. Provides high gloss benefits in lip glosses. Suitable for use in skin repair creams, baby creams, facial cleansers, moisturisers and lip care. Usage levels: 2-10%
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Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
High purity triglyceride oilsCropureTM Avocado
Persea Gratissima Clear colourless liquid
An excellent emollient that absorbs rapidly into the skin. Suitable for use in cleansing lotions and moisturising preparations. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Babassu
Orbignya Oleifera Clear colourless paste
An exotic South American kernel oil with a melting point close to skin temperature. Confers a rich, non greasy emollience helping to soften the skin and impart a natural lustre. Non-comedogenic. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and lipsticks. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Borage
Borago Officinalis Clear colourless liquid
Rich in gamma-linolenic acid, essential for maintaining and restoring healthy skin. Confers elegant emollience, moisturising and skin conditioning properties. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and nail care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Cupuau
Theobroma Grandiflorum Off-white liquid A rich emollient with excellent moisturising and spreading properties. Imparts gloss to the hair. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Evening Primrose
Oenothera Biennis Clear colourless liquid
An emollient and skin conditioner containing gamma-linolenic acid, which is essential for maintaining and restoring healthy skin. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Meadowfoam
Limnanthes Alba Clear colourless liquid
A high molecular weight ester that confers a cushiony emollience to the skin for a smooth, soft afterfeel. Also imparts a smooth feel to the hair. Suitable for use in skin care, shampoos and conditioners. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Olive Olea Europaea Clear colourless liquid
An effective skin emollient, helping to maintain moisture levels and suppleness. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Safflower
Carthamus Tinctorius Clear colourless liquid
Provides elegant emollience properties. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Sweet Almond
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Clear colourless liquid
An elegant emollient with excellent skin spreading properties. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cropure Wheatgerm
Triticum Vulgare Clear colourless liquid
Economical source of gamma-linolenic acid, which is essential for maintaining and restoring healthy skin. Also used extensively as a hair conditioning agent. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
RevitElixTM Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil Pale yellow liquid 100% plant derived source of omega 3, 6 & 9 fatty acids, proven to regenerate dermal structure, reduce wrinkles, boost the skin's natural defence system and provide UVB anti-inflammatory benefits when used in topical systems. Suitable for use in anti-ageing, daily facial care and moisturisers. Usage levels: 5-10%
RevitElix Nutra Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil Pale yellow liquid 100% plant derived source of omega 3, 6 & 9 fatty acids for use as a nutritional supplement. Proven to regenerate collagen, improve skin elasticity and boost the skin barrier from within. Suitable for use as a nutritional supplement for beauty from within applications. Usage level: 2g/day
Speciality Triglycerides
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Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
Crodamazon natural oils from the AmazonCrodamazonTM Andiroba
Carapa Guaianensis Pale yellow liquid Natural oil extracted from the nut of the Andiroba tree, which can be found growing in the Amazon rainforest. Contains limonoids known for their anti-inflammatory, skin healing and proven insect repellent properties. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care.Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Babassu
Orbignya Oleifera Pale yellow paste Excellent emollience and skin moisturising properties. Confers a soft, silky feel to the hair, improves combability and helps prevent breakage. Effective superfatting agent in soaps and detergent systems. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Castanha do Brazil
Bertholletia Excelsa Clear pale yellow liquid
Contains vitamins A & E, which impart anti-ageing and anti-oxidant benefits. Phytosterols confer natural UV protection. Can be used in hair dyes to reduce colour loss from washing and UV exposure. Supports skin barrier function. High degree of skin play, leaving a cushiony afterfeel. Suitable for use in hair care, skin care and sun care. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Cupuau
Theobroma Grandiflorum White paste Rich in phytosterols and has proven anti-inflammatory properties. High water absorption capacity helps the stability of emulsions. Can offer UVB absorbance properties. Penetrates slowly into the skin, imparting long lasting conditioning benefits. Suitable for use in skin care, particularly where soothing effects are required. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Maracuja
Passiflora Edulis (and) Passiflora Incarnata
Clear pale yellow liquid
Also known as passion flower, offering a rich source of vitamin A. Imparts antioxidant and free radical scavenging properties. Supports skin barrier function. Sebum regulator for oily skin. Confers a high degree of skin play and imparts a cushiony, non greasy afterfeel. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Murumuru
Astrocaryum Murumuru Pale yellow solid Particularly suited to skin care products where it imparts a soft, smooth skin feel and may help to reduce transepidermal water loss. Effective superfatting agent. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodamazon Pequi
Caryocar Brasiliense Pale yellow paste Used in skin care to provide a long lasting, instantly perceivable conditioning benefit. Effective superfatting agent in shampoos, conditioners, body washes and soaps. Usage levels: 1-10%
Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
CromageTM Passiflora 30
Passiflora Edulis (and) Passiflora Incarnata
Milled brown seeds
Natural physical exfoliant derived from passion fruit. Removes dead skin cells to leave the skin smoother, softer and more healthy looking. Helps to remove and prevent plugged pores. Suitable for use in face, body and foot scrubs. Usage levels: 0.2-2%
Exfoliant
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Sorbitan EstersSpanTM 20 Sorbitan Laurate 8.6 Pale yellow liquid The most hydrophilic in the range, soluble in many fatty
compositions and solvents. Acts as a co-emulsifier in O/W emulsions, often used in combination with Tween 20, although other Tweens may be employed. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care, colour cosmetics, antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Span 40 Sorbitan Palmitate 6.7 Off-white solid Possesses a wax like structure that can be useful where rigidity is needed in lipophilic compositions. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, colour cosmetics, antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Span 60 Sorbitan Stearate 4.7 Off-white solid Produces stable O/W emulsions with good aesthetics when combined with its polyethoxylated derivative, Tween 60. Recommended for the emulsification of fatty alcohols, esters, mineral oils and silicone oils. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Span 65 Sorbitan Tristearate 2.1 Off-white solid W/O emulsifiers, particularly recommended for unsaturated lipid components such as oleyl alcohol or vegetable oils. May also be used with the corresponding Tween in O/W emulsions. Dispersing agents for insoluble liquids in other lipophilic liquids. Span 65 and 80 are used as wetting agents and dispersants for pigments in colour cosmetics and for zinc oxide/titanium dioxide in sun care products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Span 80 Sorbitan Oleate 4.3 Amber liquid
Span 83 Sorbitan Sesquioleate 3.7 Amber liquid
Span 85 Sorbitan Trioleate 1.8 Amber liquid
Span 120 Sorbitan Isostearate 4.7 Yellow liquid Excellent W/O emulsifier for protective, baby care and general purpose emollient creams. Wetting and dispersing agent for inorganic sunscreens and colour cosmetics. Based on isostearic acid, a completely saturated branched chain ester, it is not prone to oxidation and associated changes in colour or odour. Low setting point makes it ideal for pourable products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Ethoxylated Sorbitan EstersTweenTM 20 Polysorbate 20 16.7 Clear yellow liquid Fully saturated liquid ester, recommended as an emulsifier for
O/W systems and effective solubiliser for essential oils and perfumes in aqueous and aqueous alcoholic systems. Used as a mildness additive in detergent systems. Tween 21 can also be used as a co-surfactant in microemulsions. Suitable for use in baby shampoos and as a cleansing agent in wet wipes. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Tween 21 Polysorbate 21 13.3 Yellow liquid
Tween 28 PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate 19.1 Clear yellow liquid Used in mild detergent systems such as baby shampoos as a solubiliser and cleansing agent. Also has some thickening properties in detergent systems. Suitable for use in hair care, bath and shower products and baby wet wipes. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
Tween 40 Polysorbate 40 15.6 Clear yellow paste Co-solvent and wetting agent. Good solubiliser in aqueous alcoholic gels. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care and baby products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Nonionic Surfactants
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Ethoxylated Sorbitan EstersTween 60 Polysorbate 60 14.9 Yellow paste Produces stable O/W emulsions, especially when combined
with Span 60 and cetostearyl alcohol or other fatty alcohols. Excellent for the emulsification of esters, mineral oils and silicone oils. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care, colour cosmetics and baby care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Tween 61 Polysorbate 61 8.6 Amber paste Co-emulsifiers. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care, colour cosmetics and baby care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%Tween 65 Polysorbate 65 10.5 Yellow paste
Tween 80 Polysorbate 80 15.0 Clear yellow liquid O/W emulsifiers and dispersants often used in conjunction with the appropriate Span. Possess good solubilising properties. Recommended in systems with unsaturated lipid components such as oleyl alcohol and vegetable triglycerides. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care, colour cosmetics and baby care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Tween 81 Polysorbate 81 10.0 Clear amber liquid
Tween 85 Polysorbate 85 11.0 Clear amber liquid Excellent dispersing agent for vegetable oils. Suitable for use in bath and massage oils. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Ethoxylated TriglyceridesCroduretTM 7 PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 5.0 Pale yellow liquid W/O emulsifier, particularly recommended for lotions. Suitable
for cold mix systems. Suitable for use in hair care and styling, baby care, sun care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
Croduret 25 PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 10.8 Clear yellow liquid Co-solubiliser. Helps to control the consistency of gels. Suitable for use in hair care and styling, baby care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Croduret 40 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 13.0 Off-white paste Effective solubilisers of perfumes, essential oils and lipophilic actives for use in microemulsions. Impart superfatting benefits in detergent systems. Used as wetting agents in styling waxes. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, sun care, hair care, bath and shower products and wipes. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Croduret 50 PEG-40/45 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 14.1 Off-white solid
Croduret 54 PEG-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 14.4 Off-white solid
Croduret 60 PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 14.7 Off-white solid
CrovolTM A70 PEG-60 Almond Glycerides 15.0 Yellow paste Emulsion stabiliser, wetting agent, dispersant, superfatting agent, water soluble emollient, plasticiser and solubiliser for perfumes and lipophilic actives. Has been shown to provide counter-irritancy benefits in common detergent systems. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products, hair care and styling, antiperspirants and deodorants and baby care. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crovol Maracuja
PEG-60 Maracuja Glycerides 15.0 Clear pale yellow liquid
Very mild and excellent counter-irritant in detergent systems, even at low levels. Does not impair foaming. Effective moisturiser and superfatting agent. Solubiliser for perfumes and essential oils. Wide application in detergent systems and emulsions. Particularly suited to products where mildness is important. Suitable for use in baby care, eye make-up removers and sensitive skin care. Usage levels: 1-10%
EtocasTM 5 PEG-5 Castor Oil 3.9 Clear pale yellow liquid
W/O emulsifier. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, bath and shower products and sun care. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Ethoxylated TriglyceridesEtocas 15 PEG-15 Castor Oil 8.3 Clear/hazy yellow
liquidO/W emulsifiers. Dispersing and solubilising agents. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%Etocas 29 PEG-29 Castor Oil 11.7 Clear yellow liquid
Etocas 35 PEG-35 Castor Oil 12.7 Clear yellow liquid
Etocas 40 PEG-40 Castor Oil 13.0 Clear pale yellow liquid
Etocas 200 PEG-200 Castor Oil 18.1 Yellow solid
Ethoxylated Glyceryl EstersGlyceroxTM 767 PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides 13.2 Clear pale yellow
liquidO/W emulsifiers. Superfatting agents and mildness additives in surfactant systems. Superfatting agents and solubilisers in aqueous and aqueous alcoholic preparations. Emollients in creams and lotions. Dispersants and wetting agents. Suitable for use in shampoos, body, facial and hand washes, antiperspirants, fine fragrances and skin tonics, creams and lotions. Usage levels: 2-10%
Glycerox HE PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate 10.6 Clear pale yellow liquid
Glycerox L8 PEG-8 Glyceryl Laurate 11.0 Clear pale yellow liquid
Ethoxylated Fatty AlcoholsBrijTM C2 Ceteth-2 5.3 White solid O/W emulsifiers and co-emulsifiers. Suitable for use in skin
creams and lotions, hair care and styling and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5% Brij C10 Ceteth-10 12.7 White solid
Brij C20 Ceteth-20 15.7 White solid
Brij CO10 Cetoleth-10 12.5 Off-white soft solid
Brij CS6 Ceteareth-6 10.0 White solid O/W emulsifiers and co-emulsifiers. Bodying agents for creams and lotions. Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij CS12 Ceteareth-12 13.4 White solid
Brij CS20 Ceteareth-20 15.7 White solid
Brij CS25 Ceteareth-25 16.2 White solid
Brij IC20N Isoceteth-20 15.7 White liquid Primary surfactant in micro and nano emulsions. High HLB nonionic surfactant. Great solubiliser and emulsifier. Excellent foaming characteristics. Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Brij L4 Laureth-4 9.7 Clear/hazy yellow liquid
Solubiliser and dispersant. Suitable for use in bath and shower products, hair care and styling. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
Brij L9 Laureth-9 14.3 Clear yellow paste Skin soothing agent. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, sun care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij L23 Laureth-23 16.9 White solid Solubiliser and dispersant. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, hair care, sun care, bath and shower products and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
Brij LT3 C12-13 Pareth-3 8.0 Clear colourless liquid
Excellent dispersing agents, particularly for bath oils. Solubilisers, wetting agents and spreading agents. Viscosity modifiers in detergent systems. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-15%
Brij LT4 C12-13 Pareth-4 9.5 Clear colourless liquid
Brij LT12 C12-13 Pareth-12 15.0 White solid
Brij LT23 C12-13 Pareth-23 16.7 White solid
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Ethoxylated Fatty AlcoholsBrij O2 Oleth-2 5.0 Pale yellow liquid Used in microemulsions as the primary emulsifier, or co-
emulsifier in combination with the Crodafos phosphate esters. Solubilisers, dispersing, spreading and wetting agents. Effective gelling agents. Suitable for use in hair care, skin care, colour cosmetics and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Brij O3 Oleth-3 6.6 Clear pale yellow liquid
Brij O5 Oleth-5 9.0 Clear/hazy off-white liquid
Brij O10 Oleth-10 12.4 White paste
Brij O20 Oleth-20 15.5 White solid
Brij S2 Steareth-2 4.9 White solid O/W emulsifier and co-emulsifier. Commonly used in combination with Brij S20 or Brij S721. Bodying agents for creams and lotions. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, hair styling, colour cosmetics, bath and shower products, sun care and antiperspirants including roll-ons. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij S10 Steareth-10 12.4 White solid O/W co-emulsifier, typically combined with Arlacel 983 to produce blue-sheen, nano emulsions for spray applications. Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling, baby care and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij S20 Steareth-20 15.3 White solid O/W emulsifier and co-emulsifier. Bodying agent for creams and lotions. Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling, baby care and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij S100 Steareth-100 18.5 White solid Co-emulsifier for O/W emulsions, often used in conjunction with Brij S2. Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Brij S721 Steareth-21 15.5 White solid Polyoxyethylene fatty ether derived from stearyl alcohols designed to emulsify and produce stable dispersions of cosmetic materials. Forms liquid crystals with Brij S2, Arlamol PS15E or Crodamol GTEH and cetostearyl alcohols to produce stable O/W emulsions. Particularly recommended for high electrolyte and pH tolerance in applications such as antiperspirants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Ethoxylated Fatty AcidsMyrjTM S8 PEG-8 Stearate 10.8 Off-white solid O/W emulsifiers, solubilisers, wetting agents and dispersants.
Suitable for use in skin care, hair styling, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Myrj S20 PEG-20 Stearate 15.0 Off-white solid
Myrj S40 PEG-40 Stearate 16.7 Off-white solid
Myrj S50 PEG-50 Stearate 17.9 Off-white solid
Myrj S100 PEG-100 Stearate 18.8 Off-white solid
Esters of Ethoxylated SorbitolArlatoneTM TV PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate 9.0 Yellow liquid Spreading agent of exceptionally high efficiency. Liquid W/O co-
emulsifier. Suitable for use in bath and shower products, baby care, skin creams and lotions and sun care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
AtlasTM G-1086 Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate 10.2 Yellow liquid O/W emulsifiers, particularly suited to emulsifying triglyceride oils. Suitable for use in bath products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%Atlas G-1096 Sorbeth-50 Hexaoleate 11.4 Yellow liquid
CithrolTM S20BW
Sorbeth-20 Beeswax 5.0 Amber solid Self emulsifying beeswax. Suitable for use in mascaras. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
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Nonionic SurfactantsProduct INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Polyol EstersCithrol 2DE PEG-4 Dierucate 4.4 Clear yellow liquid W/O emulsifer and O/W emulsion thickener. Suitable for use in
skin creams and lotions. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol 4BW PEG-8 Beeswax 5.0 Yellow solid Beeswax derivative with excellent compatibility and binding properties. Builds consistency and aids spreading. Suitable for use in colour cosmetics, especially lipsticks. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol 4DS PEG-8 Distearate 11.1 Off-white solid Surfactant with emulsifying and thickening properties. Suitable for use in colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol 2DO PEG-4 Dioleate 5.0 Clear yellow/amber liquid
O/W emulsifiers. High molecular weight members are also used as viscosity builders in detergent systems. Can be used for melting point control. Electrolyte tolerant and suitable for use in antiperspirants. The stearates are ideal for use in skin creams and lotions. Usage levels: 1-10%
Cithrol 4DL PEG-8 Dilaurate 10.2 Pale yellow liquid
Cithrol 4ML PEG-8 Laurate 13.1 Pale yellow liquid
Cithrol 4MS PEG-8 Stearate 11.0 Off-white paste
Cithrol 6MS PEG-12 Stearate 14.0 Off-white paste
Cithrol 10MS PEG-20 Stearate 16.0 Off-white solid
Cithrol DEGMS PEG-2 Stearate 4.5 Off-white solid Opacifier in shampoos and lotions. Bodying agent. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol DPHS PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate 5.5 Amber paste Polymeric W/O emulsifier that creates stable, fluid, high water content W/O emulsions with the light feel of an O/W emulsion. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products, colour cosmetics and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol EGDS Glycol Distearate 1.5 Off-white solid O/W emulsifier and pearling agents. Suitable for use in skin care, bath and shower products, sun care, baby care and hair styling. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol EGMS Glycol Stearate 2.0 Off-white solid
Cithrol GMM Glyceryl Myristate 5.8 White solid Approved natural by Ecocert. Builds viscosity and provides lubricating and conditioning properties in hair care and skin care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol GMS 40 Glyceryl Stearate 2.5 Off-white solid Co-emulsifier for W/O and O/W emulsions, modifies viscosity and improves stability of emulsions. Suitable for use in baby care, hair care, skin care, colour cosmetics and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol GMIS 40
Glyceryl Isostearate 14.5 Clear colourless liquid
Approved natural by Ecocert. Functions predominantly as a co-emulsifier, but can also be used as a very substantive emollient. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care, colour cosmetics, antiperspirants and deodorants, baby care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol GMO 90 Glyceryl Oleate 5.0 Off-white paste W/O emulsifier and co-emulsifier for O/W systems. Can be used as a skin moisturiser in rinse-off applications and an emulsifier in shaving gels. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol PG21IS Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate 7.0 Clear colourless liquid
W/O co-emulsifiers based on a branched vegetable fatty acid for a light skin feel. Suitable for use in milks and soft creams, facial care, body care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%Cithrol PG23IS Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate 2.0 Clear pale yellow liquid
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Polyol EstersCithrol PG24IS Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate 1.5 Pale yellow liquid A rich emollient with high gloss and excellent oxidation
stability. Effective pigment wetter. Suitable for use in lip care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol PG3PR Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate 9.0 Amber liquid W/O emulsifier and co-emulsifier for O/W systems. Viscosity reducing agent for pigment wetting. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol PG32IS Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate 5.5 Clear pale yellow liquid
Approved natural by Ecocert. W/O co-emulsifier based on a branched vegetable fatty acid for a light skin feel. Ideal for use in lip care, increases firmness of sticks while offering good pay-off, also reduces syneresis. Suitable for use in milks and soft creams in applications such as facial care, body care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cithrol PGMIS Propylene Glycol Isostearate 1.5 Clear colourless liquid Substantive emollient, can be used in aqueous alcoholic formulations. Forms persistent films and can enhance the retention of actives. Suitable for use in skin care, colour cosmetics, sun care and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Emulsifier WaxesArlacelTM 165 Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100
Stearate11.0 Off-white solid Versatile O/W emulsifiers, mainly for non-polar oil phases.
Can be the sole emulsifier for mildly acidic O/W creams and lotions and other O/W electrolyte products. Suitable for use in baby care, hair care, skin care, colour cosmetics and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Arlacel 170 Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate
11.0 White solid
Arlacel 481 Sorbitan Oleate (and) Hydrogenated Castor Oil (and) Beeswax (and) Stearic Acid
4.5 Amber solid Waxy W/O emulsifier preparations for high viscosity creams such as baby creams with zinc oxide. Suitable for use in baby care, facial care and sun care. Usage levels: 0.5-10%Arlacel 986 Sorbitan Isostearate (and) Hydrogenated
Castor Oil (and) Cera Alba (and) Stearic Acid
4.5 Amber solid
Arlacel 582 Sorbitan Isostearate (and) PEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (and) Ozokerite (and) Hydrogenated Castor Oil
5.0 Amber solid W/O emulsifier for semi-polar oils. Suitable for use in baby care, skin care, sun care, colour cosmetics and lip products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Arlacel 983 Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-30 Stearate 8.7 Off-white powder Standard multipurpose O/W emulsifier for non-polar oils. Suitable for use in baby care, hair care, skin care, colour cosmetics and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Arlacel 985 Steareth-2 (and) PEG-8 Distearate 7.5 Off-white solid Co-emulsifier for O/W emulsions. Works well in combination with Brij S721. Suitable for use in baby care, hair care, skin care, colour cosmetics and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Arlacel 2121 Sorbitan Stearate (and) Sucrose Cocoate - Off-white powder Approved natural by Ecocert. Outstanding O/W emulsifier, which produces hydrosomes in the emulsion to create formulations with excellent spreading properties for a smooth and light skin feel. Improves water resistance and is compatible with organic and inorganic sun filters. Stabilises emulsions of every type of oily material in water, irrespective of its required HLB. Suitable for use in skin creams and milks. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
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Nonionic SurfactantsProduct INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Emulsifier WaxesArlacel LC Sorbitan Stearate (and) Sorbityl
Laurate- Off-white powder Approved natural by Ecocert. O/W emulsifier that offers hydrosomes
to the emulsion. Can be used to control viscosity. Improves water resistance of formulations and is compatible with organic and inorganic sun filters. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
CosmowaxTM Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20 - White solid Produce O/W emulsions that are stable over a wide pH range and in the presence of high levels of electrolytes or surfactants. Cosmowax forms low viscosity emulsions, whilst Cosmowax D forms medium viscosity emulsions and Cosmowax J forms high viscosity emulsions. Suitable for use in skin creams, antiperspirants, depilatories, hair conditioners, relaxers and dyes. Usage levels: 2-12%
Cosmowax D Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20 - White solid
Cosmowax J Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Steareth-20 (and) Steareth-10
- White solid
CrodexTM N Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20 - White solid A self bodying nonionic emulsifying wax that conforms to the BP specification for Cetomacrogol emulsifying wax. Suitable for use in baby care, hair care, skin care, sun care, colour cosmetics and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 5-20%
CromulTM EM0685
Ceteth-5 (and) Ceteareth-7 10.1 White solid Produces O/W lotions and milks. Forms stable emulsions in the presence of hydrogen peroxide and ammonium thioglycolate. Used as an opacifier for solutions of highly reactive chemicals and frequently employed in neutralising and bleaching preparations. Suitable for use in aerosols. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cromul EM1207
Steareth-21 15.5 White solid O/W emulsifier. Useful in aqueous alcoholic systems and in systems containing high levels of electrolytes. Suitable for use in skin care, antiperspirants and depilatories. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Cromul SE Glyceryl Stearate (and) Ceteareth-20 (and) Ceteareth-12 (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Cetyl Palmitate
- White solid O/W emulsifier, producing lotions and milks. Suitable for use in organic sunscreen formulations. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
PolawaxTM A31 Proprietary Product - White solid An emulsifying wax designed for use in aerosol and aqueous alcoholic quick breaking foams. Suitable for use in hair care, skin care and sun care. Usage levels: 1-8%
Polawax GP200
Proprietary Product - White solid Excellent self bodying emulsifying waxes. Produce stable emulsions over a very wide pH range. In skin care, the formation of liquid crystals promotes time release hydration and controlled delivery of actives. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, antiperspirants and deodorants, depilatories, hair relaxers, bleaches, colourants and conditioners. Usage levels: 2-25%
Polawax NF Proprietary Product - White solid
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Product INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
Sugar EstersCrodestaTM F10 Sucrose Distearate 3.0 Off-white powder W/O emulsifier. Leaves an emollient film that is resistant to wash-off.
Suitable for use in sun care and baby care. Usage levels: 1-3%
Crodesta F110 Sucrose Stearate (and) Sucrose Distearate
12.0 Off-white powder Mild O/W emulsifier. Reduces irritation in non-alkaline, non-soap emulsions. Suitable for use in skin care. Usage levels: 3-6%
Crodesta F160 Sucrose Stearate 14.5 White powder O/W emulsifier. Used in microemulsions where it reduces irritancy potential. Also used as a wetting and foaming agent and as a thickening and suspending agent in aqueous solutions. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, hair care, sun care, baby care and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 3-6%
Crodesta F20 Sucrose Distearate 2.0 Off-white powder W/O emulsifier. Suitable for use in skin care emulsions and lipsticks. Usage levels: 1-3%
Crodesta F50 Sucrose Distearate 6.5 Off-white powder O/W emulsifier. Provides mildness for detergent based systems. Exhibits antimicrobial properties. Suitable for use in oral care. Usage levels: 2-5%
Crodesta SL40 Aqua (and) Sucrose Cocoate (and) Alcohol
15.0 Clear amber liquid
High foaming mildness additive. Imparts emollient properties. Suitable for use in baby care, gentle cleansers and gentle shampoos. Usage levels: 5-20%
SpecialitiesArlacel 1689 Sorbitan Oleate (and) Polyglyceryl-3
Polyricinoleate3.5 Hazy yellow
liquidW/O emulsifiers for a wide range of oils, soft creams and milks. Suitable for use in baby care, body care, facial care, sun care, colour cosmetics and lip products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%Arlacel 1690 Sorbitan Isostearate (and)
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate3.5 Hazy yellow
liquid
Brij ESF Isoceteth-20 (and) PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide (and) Laureth-23
12.5 Clear pale yellow liquid
Liquid emulsifier blend that also acts as a solubliser and has good foaming properties. Suitable for use in skin creams and cleansers, and antiperspirants and deodorants. Usage levels: 1-5%
CrodapearlTM Glycol Stearate (and) Stearamide AMP
- Off-white solid Pearling and opacifying agent for detergent systems. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, shampoos and baby care. Usage levels: 1-5%
CrodasolTM AC PEG-60 Almond Glycerides (and) PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
14.1 Clear/hazy pale yellow liquid
Solubiliser for aqueous and aqueous alcoholic systems. Counter-irritant and superfatting agent in surfactant based systems. Suitable for use in hair care and styling, baby care, wipes and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 1-5%
Crodasol PHC Polysorbate 20 (and) PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (and) Propylene Glycol
14.3 Yellow liquid Solubilisers. Suitable for use in personal cleansing products. Usage levels: 1-5%
Crodasol SHC PEG-15 Hydroxystearate (and) PEG-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (and) Aqua
14.0 Yellow liquid
CrothixTM PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
- White solid Very effective viscosity modifier for aqueous surfactant systems. Excellent counter-irritant producing mild surfactant formulations. Suitable for use in clear systems. Usage levels: 0.25-5%
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Nonionic SurfactantsProduct INCI name HLB Physical form Properties/applications
SpecialitiesCrothix Liquid PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
(and) Aqua (and) PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
- Yellow liquid An optimised blend of high molecular weight esters and modified vegetable triglycerides. Serves as a very effective thickening agent for surfactant based systems and imparts a conditioned afterfeel to the skin. Excellent counter-irritant producing mild surfactant formulations. Suitable for use in clear and cold mix systems. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
IncromineTM Oxide C
Aqua (and) Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
- Clear pale yellow liquid
Produces voluminous lacy foam. Good thickener for alkyl sulphate systems. Suitable for use in acid balanced shampoos, conditioners and bath products. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
PromidiumTM LTS
PEG-150 Distearate (and) Aqua (and)PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide
- Yellow liquid Highly efficient viscosifier of detergent systems. Pourable liquid enabling simple, cold temperature processing. Can be used to produce crystal clear formulations. Suitable for use in skin care, hair care and baby care. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
SynperonicTM PE/F108
Poloxamer 338 - White solid Mild detergents and water gelling agents, O/W emulsion stabilisers and solubilisers. Synperonic PE/F127 can be used to produce W/O/W multiple emulsions. Suitable for use in skin care and hair care. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Synperonic PE/F127 Flakes
Poloxamer 407 - White solid
Synperonic PE/F68 Flakes
Poloxamer 188 (and) BHT - White solid
Synperonic PE/F87
Poloxamer 237 - White solid
Synperonic PE/L31
Poloxamer 101 - Clear colourless liquid
An emollient that can also be used as a lubricant and as a coupling agent in oil based formulations. Suitable for use in skin cleansing and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Synperonic PE/L62
Poloxamer 182 - Clear colourless liquid
Wetting agent and mild detergent. Suitable for use in hair care, sun care, antiperspirants and deodorants, and bath and shower products. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
Synperonic PE/L64
Poloxamer 184 - Clear colourless liquid
Mild detergent used in make-up removers and facial tonics. Usage levels: 0.5-10%
VersaflexTM V-150
Steareth-100 (and) Steareth-2 (and)Mannan (and) Xanthan Gum
- White powder O/W emulsifying and stabilisation systems based on naturally derived emulsifiers and biopolymers. Stabilise emulsions of every type of oily material in water, irrespective of its required HLB. Suitable for use in milks, wipes and sprayable emulsions. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
Versaflex V-175
Sucrose Palmitate (and) Glyceryl Stearate (and) Glyceryl Stearate Citrate (and) Sucrose (and) Mannan (and) Xanthan Gum
- White powder
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Anionic SurfactantsProduct INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
AdinolTM CT30 Aqua (and) Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
White paste Excellent detergency, foaming, wetting and dispersing properties. Substantive and offer a pleasant skin feel. Help to reduce the formation of dandruff. Suitable for use in premium facial cleansers, conditioning shampoos, shower gels, foam baths and liquid soaps. Usage levels: 1-20% (Adinol CT30), 1-10% (Adinol CT95 SD)
Adinol CT95 SD Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate White powder
CithrolTM GMS 40 SE
Glyceryl Stearate SE Off-white solid Self emulsifying, stabilising and bodying agent in O/W emulsion systems. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care, hair care, baby care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 1-10%
CrodafosTM CES Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Dicetyl Phosphate (and) Ceteth-10 Phosphate
White solid Emulsifying wax and conditioning agent for a wide range of skin care and hair care applications. Ideal for use in waterproof sun care where it has been proven to boost SPF and enhance resistance to wash-off. Can also be used in hair relaxer systems where it promotes rapid penetration of hydroxide ions and helps to prevent cuticle damage due to over processing. Usage levels: 5-8%
Crodafos C10/5A
PPG-5 Ceteth-10 Phosphate Clear yellow liquid
Hair conditioning agent that improves wet combability, gloss, feel and manageability. In its neutralised form it also acts as an emulsifier, viscosity builder, gelling agent for detergent systems, dispersing agent, solubiliser, corrosion inhibitor and helps to prevent gelling in aerosol antiperspirants with a high aluminium salt content. Suitable for use in shampoos, conditioners, bath oils, bath foams, body washes, creams, lotions and aerosol antiperspirants. Usage levels: 0.5-3%
Crodafos CS2A Ceteareth-2 Phosphate Off-white solid O/W emulsifier, wetting agent and solubiliser. Used in microemulsions with parent Brij. Neutralised in situ. Suitable for use in rinse-off and leave-on skin care and hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.
Crodafos CS20A
Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteth-20 Phosphate (and) Dicetyl Phosphate
White solid An O/W emulsifier specifically designed for pourable emulsions with high active loads, such as liquid foundations and other medium to low viscosity products like sprayable emulsions. Naturally substantive to the skin and imparts conditioning benefits. Wide pH tolerance. Requires neutralisation, which can be done in situ. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 2-8%
Crodafos G26A Glycereth-26 Phosphate Pale yellow liquid Recommended for use in its partially neutralised form as a hair conditioning agent. Moisturises the hair, improves gloss and provides antistatic benefits. Suitable for use in shampoos and conditioners. Usage levels: 1-2% (partially neutralised)
Crodafos HCE Oleth-5 Phosphate (and) Dioleyl Phosphate
Amber liquid Colour enhancer for hair dyes, increasing colour intensity and colour uptake and improving colour washfastness. Reduces processing damage demonstrated by hydrophobicity and combing studies. Wide pH tolerance/stability. Suitable for use in hair colour bases and developers, and in shampoos and conditioners for colour treated hair.Usage levels: 2-4% (colour bases and developers), 2-8% (shampoos and conditioners)
Crodafos M1213K
Potassium C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate
Clear pale yellow liquid
High purity mono alkyl phosphate. Very mild anionic surfactant. Creamy, rich dense foam. Suitable for use in rinse-off and leave-on skin care and hair care applications. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodafos MCA Cetyl Phosphate Off-white solid O/W emulsifier and emulsion stabiliser when suitably neutralised in situ. Significantly reduces particle size and improves appearance and texture of emulsions. Imparts a pleasant, soft feel to the skin. Suitable for use in skin creams and lotions, sun care, shaving balms and colour cosmetic emulsions.Usage levels: 1-5%
Crodafos MCK Potassium Cetyl Phosphate White powder Water dispersible O/W emulsifier and a suitable co-emulsifier for sprayable O/W emulsions. Suitable for use in skin care, sun care and colour cosmetics. Usage levels: 0.5-5%
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Anionic Surfactants
Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
CrodatericTM CAS 50
Aqua (and) Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Yellow liquid A highly effective, substantive amphoteric surfactant that can be used to enhance foaming and improve viscosity in detergent systems. Particularly effective in alkyl sulphate systems, where it promotes and enhances the delivery of conditioning agents to the hair. Suitable for use in facial, hand and body washes, shampoos and foam baths. Usage levels: 1-10%
Crodateric CAB 30
Aqua (and) Cocamidopropyl Betaine Clear pale yellow liquid
Mild surfactant with gentle cleansing properties. Foam booster and stabiliser. Suitable for use in gentle facial, hand and body washes, shampoos and foam baths. Usage levels: 2-20%
Product INCI name Physical form Properties/applications
Crodafos O3A Oleth-3 Phosphate Clear yellow liquid
O/W emulsifiers, wetting agents and solubilisers. Used in microemulsions with parent Brij. Neutralised in situ. Suitable for use in rinse-off and leave-on skin care and hair care applications. Usage levels: 0.5-5%.Crodafos O5A Oleth-5 Phosphate Clear yellow paste
Crodafos O10A Oleth-10 Phosphate Clear yellow paste
CrodasinicTM C Cocoyl Sarcosine Clear yellow liquid
A range of powerful anionic surfactants that confer mild detergency and excellent foaming characteristics. Synergistically boost foaming with other detergents. Effective wetting agents, enzyme inhibitors in oral care and corrosion inhibitors. Derived from natural fatty acids, readily biodegradable and can be used in sulphate free detergent systems. Suitable for use in shampoos, mild facial, hand and body washes and shaving preparations. NP grades are without preservatives and NT grades are without preservatives and EDTA. Usage levels: 2-30%
Crodasinic CS30
Aqua (and) Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
Clear colourless liquid
Crodasinic L Lauroyl Sarcosine White solid
Crodasinic LS30
Aqua (and) Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Clear colourless liquid
Crodasinic LS30 NP
Aqua (and) Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Clear colourless liquid
Crodasinic LS30 NT
Aqua (and) Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Clear colourless liquid
Crodasinic LS35
Aqua (and) Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Clear colourless liquid
Crodasinic LS95
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate White powder
Crodasinic LS95 NP
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate White powder
Crodasinic LS95 NT
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate White powder
Crodasinic MS30
Aqua (and) Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate
Pale yellow liquid
Crodasinic O Oleoyl Sarcosine Clear yellow paste
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