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AAK
Tel: 973-344-1300
Email: benjamin.schwartz@aak.com
Website: aakpersonalcare.com
Lipex Shealight
INCI: Shea butter ethyl esters
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex Shealight is a unique, eco-designed shea based ester that combines high functionality with a light feel and great sustainability profile. In hair care applications, Shealight has been shown to help decrease wet-combing force when compared to other common emollients and conditioning ingredients. Lipex SheaLight is part of the exclusive AAK Shea Technology offer: highly sustainable functional shea-based solutions for a wide range of personal care products, providing functional alternatives to synthetic or low performing naturally derived emollients.
Lipex SheaClear
INCI: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex SheaClear is a unique, clear liquid shea oil capable of creating perfectly translucent hair conditioning oils. With its high unsaponifiable content and rich moisturizing ability, SheaClear helps to improve the shine and softness of the hair. Great for hair conditioning and controlling formulations. Lipex SheaClear is part of the exclusive AAK Shea Technology offer: highly sustainable functional shea-based solutions for a wide range of personal care products, providing functional alternatives to synthetic or low performing naturally derived emollients.
Lipex Omega 3/6
INCI: Vegetable oil (and) camelina sativa seed oil
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex Omega 3/6 is a highly functional blend of oils selected to deliver an optimized amount of DHA and EPA essential fatty acids for improved skin and hair health. Lipex Omega 3/6 is specially formulated to have high oxidative stability equivalent to an oil blend without polyunsaturated fatty acids; i.e., up to two years with proper storage. The increased stability provides assurance of fully functional fatty acid content, and ensures the integrity of formulation odor and color throughout its intended shelf life.
Ajinomoto North America, Inc.
Tel: 877-507-9303
Email: spc_marketing@ajiusa.com
Website: www.ajiaminobeauty.com
Amisafe LMA-60
INCI: Hydroxypropyl arginine lauryl/myristyl ether HCl, alcohol, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, conditioners, hair styling products
Use levels: 1-3 wt%
Attributes: Amino acid-based Amisafe LMA-60 imparts smoothness and silky texture to hair. It improves the strength of damaged hair. It has antistatic effect and improves the manageability of hair. It has color treated hair color protection property. It imparts excellent moisturization to hair and is highly biodegradable.
Amisafe LL-DS-22
INCI: Disodium sebacoyl bis-lauramidolysine, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, conditioners, skin care products
Use levels: 0.5-1 wt%
Attributes: Amino acid-based Amisafe LL-DS-22 acts as an excellent foam booster. It has excellent moisturizing property. It also helps reduce the hair drying time post hair wash. It is mild, gentle and highly biodegradable.
Amisoft ecs-22w
INCI: Disodium cocoyl glutamate, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, skin care products
Use levels: 5-35 wt%
Attributes: Amisoft ECS-22W is an amino acid based anionic surfactant. It has excellent hair & skin moisturizing property, and excellent foaming property. It imparts smoothness & excellent sensory feel to hair & skin. It is mild, gentle and highly biodegradable.
Ashland
Tel: 800-505-8984
Website: www.ashland.com/personalcare
FiberHance BM solution
INCI: Hydroxypropyl gluconamide and hydroxypropyl ammonium gluconate
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, color and leave-on treatments
Use levels: 1-2%
Attributes: FiberHance BM solution is a new patent-pending chemistry evolving from glucose-based chemistry. It has a unique multifaceted mode of action which penetrates deep into the cortex creating new hydrogen and ionic bonds which support the damaged internal structure to strengthen and provide manageability back to the hair and reduce breakage.
N-DurHance AA2000 conditioning polymer
INCI: Acrylamido-propyltrimonium chloride/acrylamide copolymer
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, masks, co-washes, combing creams and intensive treatments
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: N-Durhance conditioning polymer is an acrylate-based polymer which brings an enduring dimension to hair repair and conditioning. The polymer serves to restore hair typically damaged by certain cleansing regimens, chemical treatments and heat styling back to the look of virgin hair.
ChromoHance 113 polymer
INCI: Polyquaternium-113
Applications: shampoo, rinse-off and leave-on conditioner, masque and serum
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: ChromoHance 113 polymer is a unique patented highly charged cationic terpolymer. It delivers multifunctionality of long-lasting color retention and durable conditioning. It shields oxidative color-treated hair from surfactant stripping and restores a hydrophobic shield to aid in the preservation of color vibrancy and significantly reduce leakage of color molecules.
BASF
Tel: 800-962-7831
Email: personal-care-na@basf.com
Website: www.carecreations.basf.com/?utm_source=HAP&utm_medium=ContentMarketing&utm_campaign=HAP
Gluadin Kera-P LM
INCI: Hydrolyzed vegetable protein
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: Vegan and gluten-free alternative to natural keratin with a mean molecular weight ~1,500 Da. A Micro-Protein to rebuild and strengthen hair fiber by restoring the non-helical protein filling up the matrix. By penetrating into the cortex, heals damage caused by chemical, mechanical and environmental stressors, including protection against copper.
Nutrilan Keratin LM
INCI: Hydrolyzed keratin
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: Micro-Protein with a mean molecular weight ~ 2,000 Da, intended to rebuild and strengthen hair fiber. Composed of keratin protein hydrolysate from natural wool/hair source that penetrates into deeper layers of the hair with long-lasting effects including repair of structural damage, reduction of hair-breakage, and protection against external aggressors.
PatcH2O
INCI: Water (and) glycerin (and) trehalose (and) urea (and) serine (and) pentylene glycol (and) glyceryl polyacrylate (and) algin (and) caprylyl glycol (and) sodium hyaluronate (and) pullulan (and) disodium phosphate (and) potassium phosphate
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 2%
Attributes: Delivers clinically perceivable benefits for rapid and lasting hydration. Bio-polymer network consisting of hyaluronic acid, alginate and pullulan forms a protective shield on the surface of damaged hair. Natural moisturizing factors are gradually released, rebalancing its moisture levels. Offers immediate, cumulative and sustained hair and scalp hydration without oily residue.
Biosil Technologies Inc.
Tel: 201-825-8800
E-mail: bioinfo@biosiltech.com
Website: www.biosiltech.com
BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF
INCI: Cetyl triethylmonium dimethicone PEG-8 succinate
Applications: Skin care, hair care, color cosmetics, bath products, baby products
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF is the paraben free version of Biosil’s unique ingredient, BioPlex Cetylsil S, which combines the quaternary conditioning properties of cetrimonium chloride with a carboxylated silicone. BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF is supplied as a water soluble aqueous solution which allows a formulator to incorporate this ingredient into various systems with ease. For hair care systems, BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF can be readily added to provide thermal protection, excellent wet combability, enhanced manageability and superior conditioning.
Biosil Basics SPQ CE
INCI: Silicone quaternium-2 panthenol succinate
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: Biosil Basics SPQ CE is a silicone panthenol quaternary compound that delivers the benefits of panthenol with a highly substantive silicone quat. Panthenol is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It spreads evenly on the surface of hair strands, forming a smooth film on the surface of the cuticle. The smooth film provides excellent slip between adjacent strands of hair and detangling properties. Panthenol is capable of penetrating the cuticle and entering the hair shaft as well where it aids in moisture retention and provides volume.
Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE
INCI: Dimethiconol panthenol
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE is the paraben and phenoxyethanol free version of the original amine functional silicone, Biosil Basics Amino DL-30, which is complexed with pro vitamin B5 also known as panthenol. Panthenol is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It spreads evenly on the surface of hair strands, forming a smooth film on the surface of the cuticle. The smooth film provides excellent slip between adjacent strands of hair and detangling properties. Panthenol is capable of penetrating the cuticle and entering the hair shaft as well where it aids in moisture retention and provides volume. Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE is able to polymerize and has excellent protective properties for color treated hair.
Chemyunion
Tel: 732-303-7346
Email: contact@chemyunion.com
Website: chemyunion.com
Hebeatol Plus
INCI: Xylityl sesquicaprylate
Applications: shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 0.25-1.5%
Attributes: Hebeatol Plus acts on the replacement of controversial preservatives. It consists of an exclusive, 100% biodegradable functional ester based on xylitol and caprylic acid of vegetal origin. Hebeatol Plus is certified Ecocert Cosmos and allows the development of preservative-free products, without significantly affecting their appearance.
GoBlond
INCI: Water (and) linum usitatissimum (linseed) seed extract (and) polyquaternium-7 (and) sericin (and) fibroin (and) guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride (and) hydroxypropyl starch phosphate
Applications: conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 98%-100% (step 1: bleaching process), 3%-5% (step 2: hair treatment products)
Attributes: GoBlond is an innovative active to prevent hair damage during bleaching and coloring processes without compromising their effectiveness. GoBlond is composed of silk proteins, interlaced through a vegetable polysaccharides network. Its efficacy is evidenced even in curly hair in which the challenge is bigger to preserve the curls against stretching.
Polluout
INCI: Water (and) galactoarabinan (and) salvia hispanica seed extract (and) glycerin (and) trehalose (and) xylitol (and) panthenol (and) camellia sinensis leaf extract (and) sodium phosphate
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 2%
Attributes: Polluout is an anti-pollution agent that immediately reduces the adhesion of pollutant particles on the hair. It is composed of plant polysaccharides associated with green tea, panthenol and xylitol. Polluout has antioxidant action against the photodegradation, increases combability, hair strength and also provides maintenance of brightness of the hair.
Coast Southwest, Inc.
Tel: 800-621-0500
Email: info@coastsouthwest.com
Website: www.coastsouthwest.com
Endinol Mild B-SFPB
INCI: Sodium cocoyl isethionate (and) cocamidopropyl betaine (and) decyl glucoside (and) caprylyl/capryl glucoside
Applications: Shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser
Use levels: 25% to 60% as the primary component or 5% to 20% as a secondary surfactant in personal care cleansing products
Attributes: Endinol Mild B-SFBP is a fully formulated, sulfate-free, surfactant blend optimized for maximum performance and easy dilution. This vegetable-derived liquid surfactant can be used in natural formulations to achieve exceptional foaming and feel. Endinol Mild B-SFBP creates a mild and gentle luxurious foam that can be used to create sparkling clear products with honey-like viscosity.
Croda Inc
Tel: 732-714-0800
Email: marketing-usa@croda.com
Website: www.croda.com
Keravis PE -(New Data)
INCI: Hydrolyzed vegetable protein PG-propyl silanetriol (and) water (aqua)
Applications: Shampoos, styling products, conditioners, intensive treatments, hair colorants, post perm/relaxer treatments
Use levels: 1-5
Attributes: Delivering optimal anti-breakage benefits, Keravis PE is a multifaceted protein based complex acting on all of the fundamental parameters of hair strength: tensile properties, bending modulus and cuticle abrasion. Providing consumer-perceivable improvement, Keravis PE penetrates into the hair cuticle, building strength from within, while its film-forming effects protect the surface of the hair.
Crodamine SC
INCI: Hydroxyethyl diethylenetriamine dioleamide/palmitamide
Applications: Leave on or rinse off hair conditioners, treatments, masks and primers
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: Crodamine SC offers a novel conditioning alternative to traditional quats for customers seeking to formulate without sulfates or chlorides. With a high natural content based on fatty acids normally found in the hair, Crodamine SC does not contain sulfates or chlorides, is an excellent mild conditioner, increases hydrophobicity, improves static control and provides a consumer perceivable color retention benefit.
The Dow Chemical Company
Tel: 800-248-2481
Website: www.dowcorning.com/personal
Dow Corning CE-7081 Smart Style
INCI: Silicone quaternium-16/glycidoxy dimethicone crosspolymer (and) undeceth-11 (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Rinse-off and leave-in conditioners, styling products including mousses, gels, creams and sprays
Use levels: 1-2%
Attributes: Dow Corning CE-7081 Smart Style is a nonionic emulsion that provides excellent styling properties including curl retention, curl memory and definition. It also provides conditioning benefits such as dry combing and smoothness. Additionally, it provides better flexible hold and minimal residue feel on hair. It is preserved with benzyl alcohol.
Dow Corning CE- 7114 Silicone Quat Microemulsion
INCI: Silicone guaternium-16 (and) undeceth-11 (and) butyloctanol (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Shampoos, rinse-off and leave-in conditioners, styling products
Use levels: 1-8%
Attributes: Dow Corning CE-7114 Silicone Quat Microemulsion is a nonionic microemulsion that helps deliver heat and color protection, shine, enhanced combing, reduction of hair dryness and breakage, hair alignment, reduced hair static and is suitable for clear formulations.
Evonik Corporation
Tel: 804-727-0778
Email: kunal.kumar@evonik.com
Website: www.evonik.com/personal-care
Tego Solve 90
INCI: Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate
Applications: Shampoo
Use levels: 1.0-25.0%
Attributes: Effective solubilization of lipophilic oils to afford crystal clear and stable water-based formulations. Very low impact on the odor and color of formulations. Easy to handle and cold-processable (no gel phase). Low foaming during processing. Low influence on viscosity in surfactant solutions. Additional benefits include ultra-mild cleansing and make-up removing properties, moisturization benefits and co-emulsifying properties.
Innospec
Salisbury, NC
Tel: 704-633-8028
Email: americas-pc@innospecinc.com
Website: www.innospecpersonalcare.com
Pureact 138
INCI: Decyl glucoside (and) sodium lauroyl lactylate
Applications: Body washes, shampoos, facial cleansers, hand soaps, mild rinse-off applications
Use levels: As a primary surfactant: 20-40%, as a secondary surfactant: 2-15%.
Attributes: Pureact 138 is a natural, mild, optimized liquid blend that requires no heat, is easy to use and provides exceptional foaming properties. Pureact 138 is also sulfate-free, EO-free and amide-free and is derived from natural, readily renewable resources.
Pureact GLT
INCI: Sodium lauroyl glutamate
Applications: Shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, facial cleansers, lotions, mild rinse-off applications.
Use levels: As a primary surfactant: 20-40%, as a secondary surfactant: 2-15%.
Attributes: Pureact GLT is a naturally derived, sulfate-free surfactant produced from glutamic acid and coconut fatty acid. Pureact GLT is extremely mild, readily biodegradable and provides excellent foam with a silky, soft after-feel.
Iselux CO
INCI: Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate
Use levels: 8-18%
Applications: Shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, mild rinse-off applications, luxury bath products, structured liquid systems.
Attributes: Iselux CO is a coconut-only version of our breakthrough sulfate-free surfactant, Iselux which can be used to formulate clear and opaque systems where dense, luxurious foam is desired. Iselux CO provides gentle but thorough cleansing with outstanding rinseability and is produced from 100% coconut-based lauric acid.
Jeen International
Tel: 973-439-1401
Email: info@jeen.com
Website: www.jeen.com
Jeesperse OptiTress
INCI: Cetearyl alcohol (and) behentrimonium chloride (and) guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride (and) stearamidopropyl dimethylamine (and) argania spinosa kernel oil (and) cocos nucifera (coconut) oil (and) citric acid (and) cetearyl tlucoside
Applications: Hair shampoos and conditioners, hair treatment products, hair masks, styling products
Use levels: 3-10%
Attributes: Conditioning agent for dry, damaged hair; treatment product for stripped, overly processed hair; cationic nature delivers beneficial ingredients to the point of use; restores vitality, shine, and softness to hair; leaves a refined, silky feel on the hair
Jeesilc CQ
INCI: Water (and) dimethicone PG-diethylammonium chloride (and) cetrimonium chloride (and) 1,3 propanediol
Applications: Hair conditioners, 2-in-1 shampoos (clear and opaque), baby shampoos, hair styling products, body washes
Use levels: 0.25-5.0%
Attributes: Superior conditioning and softening; easy to use; improves both wet and dry combability; non-irritating; provides outstanding smoothness of hair; minimal effect on shampoo viscosity; does not impede foam; substantive to hair; non-greasy/Non-sticky feel; improves shine and gloss
Jeesilc ER-1
INCI: Polymethylsilsequioxane (and) isododecane (and) dimethicone crosspolymer-3
Applications: Hair fixatives, hair styling products
Use levels: 2-15%
Attributes: Excellent film-former with light feel; quick drying, easy to incorporate; Increases shine; provides long wear and humidity resistance
Kobo Products, Inc.
Tel: 908-941-0033
Email: info@koboproductsinc.com
Website: www.koboproducts.com
SunBoost ATB
INCI: Argania spinosa kernel oil (and) tocopheryl acetate (and) bisabolol
Applications: Conditioners, hair styling gels, hair pomades
Use levels: 2-5%
Attributes: The primary ingredient in SunBoost ATB is Argania spinosa (argan) kernel oil. This oil is rich in essential fatty acids and other vital nutrients. In hair care products, it helps to smooth frizz and split ends as well as provide softness.
Florite
INCI: Calcium silicate
Applications: Dry shampoo, temporary hair color powder spray
Use levels: 1-3%
Attributes: Florite is a porous microsphere with a unique, petaloid crystal structure and enlarged micropores which allow for extended absorption of liquids. It is an excellent oil/pollution absorber that can be used in dry shampoos.
CES-1104
INCI: Dimethicone (and) water (and) glycerin (and) pentylene glycol (and) dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer (and) amodimethicone (and) carbomer (and) phenoxyethanol (and) sodium hydroxide (and) disodium EDTA
Applications: Hair styling gels, hair conditioners, sprays
Use levels: 3-10%
Attributes: CES-1104 is a water-dispersible vinyl dimethicone that can be post added to a water based conditioner or hair grooming products. It is good for wet combing and hair silkening. CES-1104 will leave a nice silky film on the hair after washing.
Pilot Chemical Company
Tel: 1 (800) 70-PILOT
Email: info@pilotchemical.com
Website: www.pilotchemical.com
Calsoft AOS-40 BZ
Chemical description: Sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate
Applications: Personal care products
Use levels: 15-35%
Attributes: Calsoft AOS-40 BZ is a sodium C14-16 alpha olefin sulfonate that is environmentally friendly and readily biodegradable. Calsoft AOS-40 BZ combines the advantages of high foaming power, good emulsification, mildness to the skin and excellent lime soap dispersion to give the formulator flexibility for personal care products. Calsoft AOS-40 BZ is preserved with benzoic acid.
Calfoam SLS-95
Chemical description: Sodium lauryl sulfate powder
Applications: Environmentally friendly cleanser and foaming agent
Use levels: 5-25%
Attributes: Calfoam SLS-95 is a naturally derived, vegetable based 95% active sodium lauryl sulfate powder. Calfoam SLS-95 is perfect for shampoo, skin cleaner, fabric care, dish wash, and car care products.
Maquat BTMC-80
Chemical description: Behentrimonium chloride
Applications: Hair conditioners and rinses, skin creams, and lotions
Use levels: 2-10%
Attributes: Maquat BTMC-80 is a natural, plant derived behenyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, offered as an 80% active material in an economical and easy-to-handle pastille. Maquat BTMC-80 imparts exceptional conditioning, wet-comb, detangling, softening, suspending, and emulsification properties to personal care formulation.
Protameen Chemicals Inc.
Tel: 973-256-4374
Email: info@protameen.com
Website: www.protameen.com
Protamer LG-1
INCI: Acrylates copolymer
Use levels: 1-10%
Applications in hair care: Shampoos, conditioners
Attributes: Liquid polymer used to increase rheology and viscosity, pH flexible, for use in clear surfactant systems, but will also enhance pearl and mica.
Protachem DG
INCI: Decyl glucoside
Use levels: 1-10%
Applications in hair care: Shampoos, conditioners
Attributes: Vegetable-derived, sulfate-free, nonionic, mild surfactant with good foam from 100% renewably resourced ingredients.
Seiwa Kasei Co., Ltd.
Tel: +81 72-987-2626
Email: sales@seiwakasei.co.jp
Website: www.seiwakasei.jp/en/
Vegetamide 18MEA-MRS
INCI: Hydrolyzed rice protein, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, glycerin, water
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment, hair mist
Use levels: 1.0-5.0%
Attributes: Vegetamide is plant derived liquid cuticle which is alternative to silicone. It has a similar structure to F-Layer (containing 18-MEA), which is the barrier structure of hair cuticles. Damaged hair surface can be restored to a healthy state with excellent texture. This is a globally-compliant ingredient.
Protesil LH
INCI: Hydrolyzed silk PG-propyl methylsilanediol crosspolymer, water
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.1-0.5%
Attributes: Protesil LH is a novel hybrid polymer created from the fusion of silk peptides and silicone. It forms thin film on hair surface giving the effects such as color-protection, shiny appearance, and damage repairing. Unlike existing silicone, it can keep continuously excellent texture due to the non-build up effect.
Promois WJ-SP
INCI: Hydrolyzed pea protein
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment, hair mist
Use levels: 0.4-1.0%
Attributes: Promois WJ-SP is a hydrolyzed pea protein. Pea protein restores hair moisture and revitalizes hair strength that was lost by damages. Because the amino acid composition is similar to that of hydrolyzed keratin, the function is also similar. Promois WJ-SP has been approved by Ecocert and Cosmos.
Sensient Cosmetic Technologies
Tel: 908-757-4500
Email: cosmeticsales@sensient.com
Website: http://cosmeticpulse.sensient-cosmetics.com/
Vegetable Charcoal
INCI: Charcoal powder
Applications: hair care, skin care
Use levels: 0.5-10%
Attributes: Vegetable Charcoal is a new fine grade of natural charcoal that can easily be introduced in your formulation without disrupting your system. The low particle size makes the charcoal more active in your cleansing and detoxifying hair product.
Sensibiopro R
INCI: Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil (and) stearic acid (and) caprylic/capric triglyceride (and) propanediol (and) tocopheryl acetate (and) hydrolyzed yeast protein (and) gamma-docosalactone
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.3-5%
Attributes: Sensibiopro R is an innovative technology using the synergestic activity of yeast extracted amino acids and natural fatty acids to restore hair’s natural barrier against external aggression. The biomimetic action of Sensibiopro R is activated under heat and improves the hydrophobic barrier of the hair shaft, leading to decreased breakage over time.
Shin-Etsu Silicones
Tel: 330-630-9860
Email: ebishop@shinetsusilicones.com
Website: www.shinetsusilicones.com/shindex.html
KF-867S
INCI: Amodimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. conditioners
Use levels: 0.5-5%
Attributes: KF-867S is a superior conditioning agent for hair. It can be used in rinse off hair conditioners as well as leave-on’s to provide long-lasting, smooth, frizz-free hair.
KF-8005S
INCI: Amodimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. shampoo and conditioners.
Use levels: 0.5-5%
Attributes: This amino silicone fluid provides excellent lubricity and softness to hair. KF-8005s gives hair a unique silky feel and serves as a good protectant for the hair cuticle.
KF-8020
INCI: Dimethicone (and) aminopropyl dimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. shampoos and conditioners
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: KF-8020 provides hoair with high gloss and conditioning. It will not negatively impact foams in shampoos and is essentially non-yellowing and quickly adsorbs onto hair fibers.
Silab
Tel: +33 (0)5 55 84 58 40
Email: silab@silab.fr
Website: www.silab.fr
Hairgenyl
INCI: Yeast extract
Applications: hair care products
Use levels: 0.05-0.5%
Attributes: Hairgenyl is an anti-hair loss active ingredient, which supports the biological activity of the dermal papilla and stimulates hair follicle growth to re-normalize hair development. 100% of panelists desired to continue using it. By restoring the density of the hair, Hairgenyl is the strategy of choice for anti-loss and regrowth actions.
Solvay
Tel: 609-860-4000
Email: NovecareCC@solvay.com
Website: www.solvay.com
Alkamuls PEG-16 CO
INCI: PEG-16 hydrogenated castor oil oleate
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: No more complex cocktail of solubilizers necessary with this novel and versatile solubilizer for natural oils. It allows formulators to create clear cleansing formulas infused with natural oils, at an efficient level to deliver their caring benefits.
Miracare Soft S525
INCI: Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium methyl oleyl taurate, cocamide MIPA, decyl glucoside
Applications: Hair care shampoos
Use levels: 15-25%
Attributes: This performance-boosting, sulfate-free technology acts synergistically with Jaguar conditioning polymers to provide salon-tested conditioning for the most damaged hair. Optimized in terms of foam, cleansing, viscosity, feel. Flexible, it can be combined with different anionics (AOS, sulfosuccinate, taurate) by formulators to adapt the cost and feel of their shampoo.
Polycare Split Therapy
INCI: Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyl
Applications: Shampoos and conditioners
Use levels: 0.5-1.0%
Attributes: Innovative natural-based functional ingredient developed to really cure split ends. This new technology is optimized to deliver perceivable and durable repair of split ends from the first use, without compromising on sensory.
Tri-K Industries, Inc.
Tel: 973-298-8850
Email: info@tri-k.com
Website: www.tri-k.com
Fision EcoSil
INCI: Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, serums, hair repair masques and gels, beard styling balms
Use levels: 1-25%
Attributes: Fision EcoSil is an excellent natural alternative to silicone. It delivers very similar sensory performance to dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and cylohexasiloxane (D6), improves hair manageability and increases shine. As an advantage, Fision EcoSil is compatible with oily ingredients for a better solubility profile and is derived from olives which contain nourishing phytocompounds.
3HC Hair Stimulation Complex
INCI: Water, vitis vinifera fruit meristem cell culture, hydrolyzed eruca sativa leaf, hydrolyzed walnut extract, citric acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate
Applications: Scalp & hair leave-on serums, conditioners, sprays & primers
Use levels: 1-3%
Attributes: 3HC Hair Stimulation Complex is a mix of plant derived active ingredients able to increase the lifespan of hair fibers for prolonged vitality. he synergistic effect of grape stem cells, green walnut extract and arugula provide powerful protection from UV and harmful free radicals in addition to reducing hair fall by 21% in three weeks.
PhytoVie Defense
INCI: Brassica campestris/aleurites fordi oil copolymer
Applications: Shampoos and conditioners, hair masks, serums, primers, post treatments, thermal protection creams and sprays
Use levels: 0.4-2%
Attributes: PhytoVie Defense, a botanical based polymer made from renewable tung and rapeseed oils. It delivers superior thermal protection at 450°F, 24-hour frizz control and improves strength and shine for healthier, smoother hair. In clinical testing, PhytoVie Defense outperformed both the placebo and silicone. Protect, style and prevent breakage with this proven ingredient.
Univar Personal Care
Tel: 331-777-6000
Email: personalcare@univar.com
Website: www.univar.com
DOW CORNING CE-7081 SMART STYLE
INCI: Silicone quaternium-16/glycidoxy dimethicone crosspolymer (and) undeceth-11 (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Leave-in and rinse-off conditioners, styling products, mousses, gels, creams and sprays
Use levels: 4–8% (1–2 % silicone active)
Attributes: This emulsion provides the superior conditioning associated with amino-silicones while also exhibiting excellent styling properties. This product brings a multitude of benefits to products touting hair repair and styling including: Improve sensory performance (smoothness, friction and glide), flexible hold, curl definition and retention, frizz control and long-lasting color protection.
ANTIL 500 Pellets
INCI: PEG-200 glyceryl stearate
Applications: Rheology modifier for sulfate-free shampoos.
Attributes: As an innovative hydrophilic polymer, Antil 500 Pellets enables a significant reduction of the active surfactant level in standard cleansing formulations. In addition, the extraordinary efficiency and high flexibility of Antil 500 Pellets facilitate the thickening of challenging surfactant systems, such as sulfate-free formulas, effectively supporting the trend for milder cleansing in personal care. The 100% active, preservative-free solid is clearly soluble in water and processable at room temperature. Furthermore, Antil 500 Pellets are stable against hydrolysis and effective over a wide pH range. The thickening agent provides a rich formulation texture with Newtonian flow behavior but without changing the foaming characteristics, which is essential for fulfilling the consumers’ sensorial expectations of personal cleansing products.
Wacker Chemical
Tel: 517-264-8239
Website: www.wacker.com
Belsil DM 5700 E
INCI: Dimethicone, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, sorbitan laurate
Applications: Shampoo, body wash
Use levels: 1-10%
Attributes: Belsil DM 5700 E is a silicone emulsion for formulating shampoos that both clean and condition hair. Unlike conventional silicone emulsions, it contains an emulsifying system that consists of nonionic surfactants based on renewable raw materials. The new silicone emulsion also provides excellent fine pored foaming character.
Belsil ADM 8105 E
INCI: Amodimethicone, C11-15 pareth-7, laureth-9, glycerin, trideceth-12
Applications: Hair conditioning
Use levels: 1-10%
Attributes: The amino silicone microemulsion Belsil ADM 8105 E, which expands Wacker’s portfolio of silicone emulsions, is characterized by its excellent conditioning properties. Hair treated with this product is silky and easy to comb. Typical applications are conditioners, hair masks, and shampoos. The new microemulsion is particularly useful in transparent formulations.
Tel: 973-344-1300
Email: benjamin.schwartz@aak.com
Website: aakpersonalcare.com
Lipex Shealight
INCI: Shea butter ethyl esters
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex Shealight is a unique, eco-designed shea based ester that combines high functionality with a light feel and great sustainability profile. In hair care applications, Shealight has been shown to help decrease wet-combing force when compared to other common emollients and conditioning ingredients. Lipex SheaLight is part of the exclusive AAK Shea Technology offer: highly sustainable functional shea-based solutions for a wide range of personal care products, providing functional alternatives to synthetic or low performing naturally derived emollients.
Lipex SheaClear
INCI: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex SheaClear is a unique, clear liquid shea oil capable of creating perfectly translucent hair conditioning oils. With its high unsaponifiable content and rich moisturizing ability, SheaClear helps to improve the shine and softness of the hair. Great for hair conditioning and controlling formulations. Lipex SheaClear is part of the exclusive AAK Shea Technology offer: highly sustainable functional shea-based solutions for a wide range of personal care products, providing functional alternatives to synthetic or low performing naturally derived emollients.
Lipex Omega 3/6
INCI: Vegetable oil (and) camelina sativa seed oil
Applications: Skin care, hair care, sun care, cleansing
Use levels: 1-100%
Attributes: Lipex Omega 3/6 is a highly functional blend of oils selected to deliver an optimized amount of DHA and EPA essential fatty acids for improved skin and hair health. Lipex Omega 3/6 is specially formulated to have high oxidative stability equivalent to an oil blend without polyunsaturated fatty acids; i.e., up to two years with proper storage. The increased stability provides assurance of fully functional fatty acid content, and ensures the integrity of formulation odor and color throughout its intended shelf life.
Ajinomoto North America, Inc.
Tel: 877-507-9303
Email: spc_marketing@ajiusa.com
Website: www.ajiaminobeauty.com
Amisafe LMA-60
INCI: Hydroxypropyl arginine lauryl/myristyl ether HCl, alcohol, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, conditioners, hair styling products
Use levels: 1-3 wt%
Attributes: Amino acid-based Amisafe LMA-60 imparts smoothness and silky texture to hair. It improves the strength of damaged hair. It has antistatic effect and improves the manageability of hair. It has color treated hair color protection property. It imparts excellent moisturization to hair and is highly biodegradable.
Amisafe LL-DS-22
INCI: Disodium sebacoyl bis-lauramidolysine, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, conditioners, skin care products
Use levels: 0.5-1 wt%
Attributes: Amino acid-based Amisafe LL-DS-22 acts as an excellent foam booster. It has excellent moisturizing property. It also helps reduce the hair drying time post hair wash. It is mild, gentle and highly biodegradable.
Amisoft ecs-22w
INCI: Disodium cocoyl glutamate, water
Applications: Hair shampoos, hair co-washes, skin care products
Use levels: 5-35 wt%
Attributes: Amisoft ECS-22W is an amino acid based anionic surfactant. It has excellent hair & skin moisturizing property, and excellent foaming property. It imparts smoothness & excellent sensory feel to hair & skin. It is mild, gentle and highly biodegradable.
Ashland
Tel: 800-505-8984
Website: www.ashland.com/personalcare
FiberHance BM solution
INCI: Hydroxypropyl gluconamide and hydroxypropyl ammonium gluconate
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, color and leave-on treatments
Use levels: 1-2%
Attributes: FiberHance BM solution is a new patent-pending chemistry evolving from glucose-based chemistry. It has a unique multifaceted mode of action which penetrates deep into the cortex creating new hydrogen and ionic bonds which support the damaged internal structure to strengthen and provide manageability back to the hair and reduce breakage.
N-DurHance AA2000 conditioning polymer
INCI: Acrylamido-propyltrimonium chloride/acrylamide copolymer
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, masks, co-washes, combing creams and intensive treatments
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: N-Durhance conditioning polymer is an acrylate-based polymer which brings an enduring dimension to hair repair and conditioning. The polymer serves to restore hair typically damaged by certain cleansing regimens, chemical treatments and heat styling back to the look of virgin hair.
ChromoHance 113 polymer
INCI: Polyquaternium-113
Applications: shampoo, rinse-off and leave-on conditioner, masque and serum
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: ChromoHance 113 polymer is a unique patented highly charged cationic terpolymer. It delivers multifunctionality of long-lasting color retention and durable conditioning. It shields oxidative color-treated hair from surfactant stripping and restores a hydrophobic shield to aid in the preservation of color vibrancy and significantly reduce leakage of color molecules.
BASF
Tel: 800-962-7831
Email: personal-care-na@basf.com
Website: www.carecreations.basf.com/?utm_source=HAP&utm_medium=ContentMarketing&utm_campaign=HAP
Gluadin Kera-P LM
INCI: Hydrolyzed vegetable protein
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: Vegan and gluten-free alternative to natural keratin with a mean molecular weight ~1,500 Da. A Micro-Protein to rebuild and strengthen hair fiber by restoring the non-helical protein filling up the matrix. By penetrating into the cortex, heals damage caused by chemical, mechanical and environmental stressors, including protection against copper.
Nutrilan Keratin LM
INCI: Hydrolyzed keratin
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: Micro-Protein with a mean molecular weight ~ 2,000 Da, intended to rebuild and strengthen hair fiber. Composed of keratin protein hydrolysate from natural wool/hair source that penetrates into deeper layers of the hair with long-lasting effects including repair of structural damage, reduction of hair-breakage, and protection against external aggressors.
PatcH2O
INCI: Water (and) glycerin (and) trehalose (and) urea (and) serine (and) pentylene glycol (and) glyceryl polyacrylate (and) algin (and) caprylyl glycol (and) sodium hyaluronate (and) pullulan (and) disodium phosphate (and) potassium phosphate
Applications: Hair cleansing, hair conditioning, hair styling, hair treatment
Use levels: 2%
Attributes: Delivers clinically perceivable benefits for rapid and lasting hydration. Bio-polymer network consisting of hyaluronic acid, alginate and pullulan forms a protective shield on the surface of damaged hair. Natural moisturizing factors are gradually released, rebalancing its moisture levels. Offers immediate, cumulative and sustained hair and scalp hydration without oily residue.
Biosil Technologies Inc.
Tel: 201-825-8800
E-mail: bioinfo@biosiltech.com
Website: www.biosiltech.com
BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF
INCI: Cetyl triethylmonium dimethicone PEG-8 succinate
Applications: Skin care, hair care, color cosmetics, bath products, baby products
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF is the paraben free version of Biosil’s unique ingredient, BioPlex Cetylsil S, which combines the quaternary conditioning properties of cetrimonium chloride with a carboxylated silicone. BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF is supplied as a water soluble aqueous solution which allows a formulator to incorporate this ingredient into various systems with ease. For hair care systems, BioPlex Cetylsil S-PF can be readily added to provide thermal protection, excellent wet combability, enhanced manageability and superior conditioning.
Biosil Basics SPQ CE
INCI: Silicone quaternium-2 panthenol succinate
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: Biosil Basics SPQ CE is a silicone panthenol quaternary compound that delivers the benefits of panthenol with a highly substantive silicone quat. Panthenol is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It spreads evenly on the surface of hair strands, forming a smooth film on the surface of the cuticle. The smooth film provides excellent slip between adjacent strands of hair and detangling properties. Panthenol is capable of penetrating the cuticle and entering the hair shaft as well where it aids in moisture retention and provides volume.
Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE
INCI: Dimethiconol panthenol
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.50-5.00%
Attributes: Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE is the paraben and phenoxyethanol free version of the original amine functional silicone, Biosil Basics Amino DL-30, which is complexed with pro vitamin B5 also known as panthenol. Panthenol is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It spreads evenly on the surface of hair strands, forming a smooth film on the surface of the cuticle. The smooth film provides excellent slip between adjacent strands of hair and detangling properties. Panthenol is capable of penetrating the cuticle and entering the hair shaft as well where it aids in moisture retention and provides volume. Biosil Basics Amino DL-30 CE is able to polymerize and has excellent protective properties for color treated hair.
Chemyunion
Tel: 732-303-7346
Email: contact@chemyunion.com
Website: chemyunion.com
Hebeatol Plus
INCI: Xylityl sesquicaprylate
Applications: shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 0.25-1.5%
Attributes: Hebeatol Plus acts on the replacement of controversial preservatives. It consists of an exclusive, 100% biodegradable functional ester based on xylitol and caprylic acid of vegetal origin. Hebeatol Plus is certified Ecocert Cosmos and allows the development of preservative-free products, without significantly affecting their appearance.
GoBlond
INCI: Water (and) linum usitatissimum (linseed) seed extract (and) polyquaternium-7 (and) sericin (and) fibroin (and) guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride (and) hydroxypropyl starch phosphate
Applications: conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 98%-100% (step 1: bleaching process), 3%-5% (step 2: hair treatment products)
Attributes: GoBlond is an innovative active to prevent hair damage during bleaching and coloring processes without compromising their effectiveness. GoBlond is composed of silk proteins, interlaced through a vegetable polysaccharides network. Its efficacy is evidenced even in curly hair in which the challenge is bigger to preserve the curls against stretching.
Polluout
INCI: Water (and) galactoarabinan (and) salvia hispanica seed extract (and) glycerin (and) trehalose (and) xylitol (and) panthenol (and) camellia sinensis leaf extract (and) sodium phosphate
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, leave-on products.
Use levels: 2%
Attributes: Polluout is an anti-pollution agent that immediately reduces the adhesion of pollutant particles on the hair. It is composed of plant polysaccharides associated with green tea, panthenol and xylitol. Polluout has antioxidant action against the photodegradation, increases combability, hair strength and also provides maintenance of brightness of the hair.
Coast Southwest, Inc.
Tel: 800-621-0500
Email: info@coastsouthwest.com
Website: www.coastsouthwest.com
Endinol Mild B-SFPB
INCI: Sodium cocoyl isethionate (and) cocamidopropyl betaine (and) decyl glucoside (and) caprylyl/capryl glucoside
Applications: Shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser
Use levels: 25% to 60% as the primary component or 5% to 20% as a secondary surfactant in personal care cleansing products
Attributes: Endinol Mild B-SFBP is a fully formulated, sulfate-free, surfactant blend optimized for maximum performance and easy dilution. This vegetable-derived liquid surfactant can be used in natural formulations to achieve exceptional foaming and feel. Endinol Mild B-SFBP creates a mild and gentle luxurious foam that can be used to create sparkling clear products with honey-like viscosity.
Croda Inc
Tel: 732-714-0800
Email: marketing-usa@croda.com
Website: www.croda.com
Keravis PE -(New Data)
INCI: Hydrolyzed vegetable protein PG-propyl silanetriol (and) water (aqua)
Applications: Shampoos, styling products, conditioners, intensive treatments, hair colorants, post perm/relaxer treatments
Use levels: 1-5
Attributes: Delivering optimal anti-breakage benefits, Keravis PE is a multifaceted protein based complex acting on all of the fundamental parameters of hair strength: tensile properties, bending modulus and cuticle abrasion. Providing consumer-perceivable improvement, Keravis PE penetrates into the hair cuticle, building strength from within, while its film-forming effects protect the surface of the hair.
Crodamine SC
INCI: Hydroxyethyl diethylenetriamine dioleamide/palmitamide
Applications: Leave on or rinse off hair conditioners, treatments, masks and primers
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: Crodamine SC offers a novel conditioning alternative to traditional quats for customers seeking to formulate without sulfates or chlorides. With a high natural content based on fatty acids normally found in the hair, Crodamine SC does not contain sulfates or chlorides, is an excellent mild conditioner, increases hydrophobicity, improves static control and provides a consumer perceivable color retention benefit.
The Dow Chemical Company
Tel: 800-248-2481
Website: www.dowcorning.com/personal
Dow Corning CE-7081 Smart Style
INCI: Silicone quaternium-16/glycidoxy dimethicone crosspolymer (and) undeceth-11 (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Rinse-off and leave-in conditioners, styling products including mousses, gels, creams and sprays
Use levels: 1-2%
Attributes: Dow Corning CE-7081 Smart Style is a nonionic emulsion that provides excellent styling properties including curl retention, curl memory and definition. It also provides conditioning benefits such as dry combing and smoothness. Additionally, it provides better flexible hold and minimal residue feel on hair. It is preserved with benzyl alcohol.
Dow Corning CE- 7114 Silicone Quat Microemulsion
INCI: Silicone guaternium-16 (and) undeceth-11 (and) butyloctanol (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Shampoos, rinse-off and leave-in conditioners, styling products
Use levels: 1-8%
Attributes: Dow Corning CE-7114 Silicone Quat Microemulsion is a nonionic microemulsion that helps deliver heat and color protection, shine, enhanced combing, reduction of hair dryness and breakage, hair alignment, reduced hair static and is suitable for clear formulations.
Evonik Corporation
Tel: 804-727-0778
Email: kunal.kumar@evonik.com
Website: www.evonik.com/personal-care
Tego Solve 90
INCI: Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate
Applications: Shampoo
Use levels: 1.0-25.0%
Attributes: Effective solubilization of lipophilic oils to afford crystal clear and stable water-based formulations. Very low impact on the odor and color of formulations. Easy to handle and cold-processable (no gel phase). Low foaming during processing. Low influence on viscosity in surfactant solutions. Additional benefits include ultra-mild cleansing and make-up removing properties, moisturization benefits and co-emulsifying properties.
Innospec
Salisbury, NC
Tel: 704-633-8028
Email: americas-pc@innospecinc.com
Website: www.innospecpersonalcare.com
Pureact 138
INCI: Decyl glucoside (and) sodium lauroyl lactylate
Applications: Body washes, shampoos, facial cleansers, hand soaps, mild rinse-off applications
Use levels: As a primary surfactant: 20-40%, as a secondary surfactant: 2-15%.
Attributes: Pureact 138 is a natural, mild, optimized liquid blend that requires no heat, is easy to use and provides exceptional foaming properties. Pureact 138 is also sulfate-free, EO-free and amide-free and is derived from natural, readily renewable resources.
Pureact GLT
INCI: Sodium lauroyl glutamate
Applications: Shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, facial cleansers, lotions, mild rinse-off applications.
Use levels: As a primary surfactant: 20-40%, as a secondary surfactant: 2-15%.
Attributes: Pureact GLT is a naturally derived, sulfate-free surfactant produced from glutamic acid and coconut fatty acid. Pureact GLT is extremely mild, readily biodegradable and provides excellent foam with a silky, soft after-feel.
Iselux CO
INCI: Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate
Use levels: 8-18%
Applications: Shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, mild rinse-off applications, luxury bath products, structured liquid systems.
Attributes: Iselux CO is a coconut-only version of our breakthrough sulfate-free surfactant, Iselux which can be used to formulate clear and opaque systems where dense, luxurious foam is desired. Iselux CO provides gentle but thorough cleansing with outstanding rinseability and is produced from 100% coconut-based lauric acid.
Jeen International
Tel: 973-439-1401
Email: info@jeen.com
Website: www.jeen.com
Jeesperse OptiTress
INCI: Cetearyl alcohol (and) behentrimonium chloride (and) guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride (and) stearamidopropyl dimethylamine (and) argania spinosa kernel oil (and) cocos nucifera (coconut) oil (and) citric acid (and) cetearyl tlucoside
Applications: Hair shampoos and conditioners, hair treatment products, hair masks, styling products
Use levels: 3-10%
Attributes: Conditioning agent for dry, damaged hair; treatment product for stripped, overly processed hair; cationic nature delivers beneficial ingredients to the point of use; restores vitality, shine, and softness to hair; leaves a refined, silky feel on the hair
Jeesilc CQ
INCI: Water (and) dimethicone PG-diethylammonium chloride (and) cetrimonium chloride (and) 1,3 propanediol
Applications: Hair conditioners, 2-in-1 shampoos (clear and opaque), baby shampoos, hair styling products, body washes
Use levels: 0.25-5.0%
Attributes: Superior conditioning and softening; easy to use; improves both wet and dry combability; non-irritating; provides outstanding smoothness of hair; minimal effect on shampoo viscosity; does not impede foam; substantive to hair; non-greasy/Non-sticky feel; improves shine and gloss
Jeesilc ER-1
INCI: Polymethylsilsequioxane (and) isododecane (and) dimethicone crosspolymer-3
Applications: Hair fixatives, hair styling products
Use levels: 2-15%
Attributes: Excellent film-former with light feel; quick drying, easy to incorporate; Increases shine; provides long wear and humidity resistance
Kobo Products, Inc.
Tel: 908-941-0033
Email: info@koboproductsinc.com
Website: www.koboproducts.com
SunBoost ATB
INCI: Argania spinosa kernel oil (and) tocopheryl acetate (and) bisabolol
Applications: Conditioners, hair styling gels, hair pomades
Use levels: 2-5%
Attributes: The primary ingredient in SunBoost ATB is Argania spinosa (argan) kernel oil. This oil is rich in essential fatty acids and other vital nutrients. In hair care products, it helps to smooth frizz and split ends as well as provide softness.
Florite
INCI: Calcium silicate
Applications: Dry shampoo, temporary hair color powder spray
Use levels: 1-3%
Attributes: Florite is a porous microsphere with a unique, petaloid crystal structure and enlarged micropores which allow for extended absorption of liquids. It is an excellent oil/pollution absorber that can be used in dry shampoos.
CES-1104
INCI: Dimethicone (and) water (and) glycerin (and) pentylene glycol (and) dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer (and) amodimethicone (and) carbomer (and) phenoxyethanol (and) sodium hydroxide (and) disodium EDTA
Applications: Hair styling gels, hair conditioners, sprays
Use levels: 3-10%
Attributes: CES-1104 is a water-dispersible vinyl dimethicone that can be post added to a water based conditioner or hair grooming products. It is good for wet combing and hair silkening. CES-1104 will leave a nice silky film on the hair after washing.
Pilot Chemical Company
Tel: 1 (800) 70-PILOT
Email: info@pilotchemical.com
Website: www.pilotchemical.com
Calsoft AOS-40 BZ
Chemical description: Sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate
Applications: Personal care products
Use levels: 15-35%
Attributes: Calsoft AOS-40 BZ is a sodium C14-16 alpha olefin sulfonate that is environmentally friendly and readily biodegradable. Calsoft AOS-40 BZ combines the advantages of high foaming power, good emulsification, mildness to the skin and excellent lime soap dispersion to give the formulator flexibility for personal care products. Calsoft AOS-40 BZ is preserved with benzoic acid.
Calfoam SLS-95
Chemical description: Sodium lauryl sulfate powder
Applications: Environmentally friendly cleanser and foaming agent
Use levels: 5-25%
Attributes: Calfoam SLS-95 is a naturally derived, vegetable based 95% active sodium lauryl sulfate powder. Calfoam SLS-95 is perfect for shampoo, skin cleaner, fabric care, dish wash, and car care products.
Maquat BTMC-80
Chemical description: Behentrimonium chloride
Applications: Hair conditioners and rinses, skin creams, and lotions
Use levels: 2-10%
Attributes: Maquat BTMC-80 is a natural, plant derived behenyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, offered as an 80% active material in an economical and easy-to-handle pastille. Maquat BTMC-80 imparts exceptional conditioning, wet-comb, detangling, softening, suspending, and emulsification properties to personal care formulation.
Protameen Chemicals Inc.
Tel: 973-256-4374
Email: info@protameen.com
Website: www.protameen.com
Protamer LG-1
INCI: Acrylates copolymer
Use levels: 1-10%
Applications in hair care: Shampoos, conditioners
Attributes: Liquid polymer used to increase rheology and viscosity, pH flexible, for use in clear surfactant systems, but will also enhance pearl and mica.
Protachem DG
INCI: Decyl glucoside
Use levels: 1-10%
Applications in hair care: Shampoos, conditioners
Attributes: Vegetable-derived, sulfate-free, nonionic, mild surfactant with good foam from 100% renewably resourced ingredients.
Seiwa Kasei Co., Ltd.
Tel: +81 72-987-2626
Email: sales@seiwakasei.co.jp
Website: www.seiwakasei.jp/en/
Vegetamide 18MEA-MRS
INCI: Hydrolyzed rice protein, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, glycerin, water
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment, hair mist
Use levels: 1.0-5.0%
Attributes: Vegetamide is plant derived liquid cuticle which is alternative to silicone. It has a similar structure to F-Layer (containing 18-MEA), which is the barrier structure of hair cuticles. Damaged hair surface can be restored to a healthy state with excellent texture. This is a globally-compliant ingredient.
Protesil LH
INCI: Hydrolyzed silk PG-propyl methylsilanediol crosspolymer, water
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment
Use levels: 0.1-0.5%
Attributes: Protesil LH is a novel hybrid polymer created from the fusion of silk peptides and silicone. It forms thin film on hair surface giving the effects such as color-protection, shiny appearance, and damage repairing. Unlike existing silicone, it can keep continuously excellent texture due to the non-build up effect.
Promois WJ-SP
INCI: Hydrolyzed pea protein
Applications: Shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment, hair mist
Use levels: 0.4-1.0%
Attributes: Promois WJ-SP is a hydrolyzed pea protein. Pea protein restores hair moisture and revitalizes hair strength that was lost by damages. Because the amino acid composition is similar to that of hydrolyzed keratin, the function is also similar. Promois WJ-SP has been approved by Ecocert and Cosmos.
Sensient Cosmetic Technologies
Tel: 908-757-4500
Email: cosmeticsales@sensient.com
Website: http://cosmeticpulse.sensient-cosmetics.com/
Vegetable Charcoal
INCI: Charcoal powder
Applications: hair care, skin care
Use levels: 0.5-10%
Attributes: Vegetable Charcoal is a new fine grade of natural charcoal that can easily be introduced in your formulation without disrupting your system. The low particle size makes the charcoal more active in your cleansing and detoxifying hair product.
Sensibiopro R
INCI: Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil (and) stearic acid (and) caprylic/capric triglyceride (and) propanediol (and) tocopheryl acetate (and) hydrolyzed yeast protein (and) gamma-docosalactone
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.3-5%
Attributes: Sensibiopro R is an innovative technology using the synergestic activity of yeast extracted amino acids and natural fatty acids to restore hair’s natural barrier against external aggression. The biomimetic action of Sensibiopro R is activated under heat and improves the hydrophobic barrier of the hair shaft, leading to decreased breakage over time.
Shin-Etsu Silicones
Tel: 330-630-9860
Email: ebishop@shinetsusilicones.com
Website: www.shinetsusilicones.com/shindex.html
KF-867S
INCI: Amodimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. conditioners
Use levels: 0.5-5%
Attributes: KF-867S is a superior conditioning agent for hair. It can be used in rinse off hair conditioners as well as leave-on’s to provide long-lasting, smooth, frizz-free hair.
KF-8005S
INCI: Amodimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. shampoo and conditioners.
Use levels: 0.5-5%
Attributes: This amino silicone fluid provides excellent lubricity and softness to hair. KF-8005s gives hair a unique silky feel and serves as a good protectant for the hair cuticle.
KF-8020
INCI: Dimethicone (and) aminopropyl dimethicone
Applications: Hair care application i.e. shampoos and conditioners
Use levels: 1-5%
Attributes: KF-8020 provides hoair with high gloss and conditioning. It will not negatively impact foams in shampoos and is essentially non-yellowing and quickly adsorbs onto hair fibers.
Silab
Tel: +33 (0)5 55 84 58 40
Email: silab@silab.fr
Website: www.silab.fr
Hairgenyl
INCI: Yeast extract
Applications: hair care products
Use levels: 0.05-0.5%
Attributes: Hairgenyl is an anti-hair loss active ingredient, which supports the biological activity of the dermal papilla and stimulates hair follicle growth to re-normalize hair development. 100% of panelists desired to continue using it. By restoring the density of the hair, Hairgenyl is the strategy of choice for anti-loss and regrowth actions.
Solvay
Tel: 609-860-4000
Email: NovecareCC@solvay.com
Website: www.solvay.com
Alkamuls PEG-16 CO
INCI: PEG-16 hydrogenated castor oil oleate
Applications: Hair care
Use levels: 0.5-2%
Attributes: No more complex cocktail of solubilizers necessary with this novel and versatile solubilizer for natural oils. It allows formulators to create clear cleansing formulas infused with natural oils, at an efficient level to deliver their caring benefits.
Miracare Soft S525
INCI: Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium methyl oleyl taurate, cocamide MIPA, decyl glucoside
Applications: Hair care shampoos
Use levels: 15-25%
Attributes: This performance-boosting, sulfate-free technology acts synergistically with Jaguar conditioning polymers to provide salon-tested conditioning for the most damaged hair. Optimized in terms of foam, cleansing, viscosity, feel. Flexible, it can be combined with different anionics (AOS, sulfosuccinate, taurate) by formulators to adapt the cost and feel of their shampoo.
Polycare Split Therapy
INCI: Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyl
Applications: Shampoos and conditioners
Use levels: 0.5-1.0%
Attributes: Innovative natural-based functional ingredient developed to really cure split ends. This new technology is optimized to deliver perceivable and durable repair of split ends from the first use, without compromising on sensory.
Tri-K Industries, Inc.
Tel: 973-298-8850
Email: info@tri-k.com
Website: www.tri-k.com
Fision EcoSil
INCI: Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables
Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, serums, hair repair masques and gels, beard styling balms
Use levels: 1-25%
Attributes: Fision EcoSil is an excellent natural alternative to silicone. It delivers very similar sensory performance to dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and cylohexasiloxane (D6), improves hair manageability and increases shine. As an advantage, Fision EcoSil is compatible with oily ingredients for a better solubility profile and is derived from olives which contain nourishing phytocompounds.
3HC Hair Stimulation Complex
INCI: Water, vitis vinifera fruit meristem cell culture, hydrolyzed eruca sativa leaf, hydrolyzed walnut extract, citric acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate
Applications: Scalp & hair leave-on serums, conditioners, sprays & primers
Use levels: 1-3%
Attributes: 3HC Hair Stimulation Complex is a mix of plant derived active ingredients able to increase the lifespan of hair fibers for prolonged vitality. he synergistic effect of grape stem cells, green walnut extract and arugula provide powerful protection from UV and harmful free radicals in addition to reducing hair fall by 21% in three weeks.
PhytoVie Defense
INCI: Brassica campestris/aleurites fordi oil copolymer
Applications: Shampoos and conditioners, hair masks, serums, primers, post treatments, thermal protection creams and sprays
Use levels: 0.4-2%
Attributes: PhytoVie Defense, a botanical based polymer made from renewable tung and rapeseed oils. It delivers superior thermal protection at 450°F, 24-hour frizz control and improves strength and shine for healthier, smoother hair. In clinical testing, PhytoVie Defense outperformed both the placebo and silicone. Protect, style and prevent breakage with this proven ingredient.
Univar Personal Care
Tel: 331-777-6000
Email: personalcare@univar.com
Website: www.univar.com
DOW CORNING CE-7081 SMART STYLE
INCI: Silicone quaternium-16/glycidoxy dimethicone crosspolymer (and) undeceth-11 (and) undeceth-5
Applications: Leave-in and rinse-off conditioners, styling products, mousses, gels, creams and sprays
Use levels: 4–8% (1–2 % silicone active)
Attributes: This emulsion provides the superior conditioning associated with amino-silicones while also exhibiting excellent styling properties. This product brings a multitude of benefits to products touting hair repair and styling including: Improve sensory performance (smoothness, friction and glide), flexible hold, curl definition and retention, frizz control and long-lasting color protection.
ANTIL 500 Pellets
INCI: PEG-200 glyceryl stearate
Applications: Rheology modifier for sulfate-free shampoos.
Attributes: As an innovative hydrophilic polymer, Antil 500 Pellets enables a significant reduction of the active surfactant level in standard cleansing formulations. In addition, the extraordinary efficiency and high flexibility of Antil 500 Pellets facilitate the thickening of challenging surfactant systems, such as sulfate-free formulas, effectively supporting the trend for milder cleansing in personal care. The 100% active, preservative-free solid is clearly soluble in water and processable at room temperature. Furthermore, Antil 500 Pellets are stable against hydrolysis and effective over a wide pH range. The thickening agent provides a rich formulation texture with Newtonian flow behavior but without changing the foaming characteristics, which is essential for fulfilling the consumers’ sensorial expectations of personal cleansing products.
Wacker Chemical
Tel: 517-264-8239
Website: www.wacker.com
Belsil DM 5700 E
INCI: Dimethicone, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, sorbitan laurate
Applications: Shampoo, body wash
Use levels: 1-10%
Attributes: Belsil DM 5700 E is a silicone emulsion for formulating shampoos that both clean and condition hair. Unlike conventional silicone emulsions, it contains an emulsifying system that consists of nonionic surfactants based on renewable raw materials. The new silicone emulsion also provides excellent fine pored foaming character.
Belsil ADM 8105 E
INCI: Amodimethicone, C11-15 pareth-7, laureth-9, glycerin, trideceth-12
Applications: Hair conditioning
Use levels: 1-10%
Attributes: The amino silicone microemulsion Belsil ADM 8105 E, which expands Wacker’s portfolio of silicone emulsions, is characterized by its excellent conditioning properties. Hair treated with this product is silky and easy to comb. Typical applications are conditioners, hair masks, and shampoos. The new microemulsion is particularly useful in transparent formulations.
