Ingredient category
Hydration Actives
23 hydration actives ingredients for skincare and cosmetic formulation. Each page includes INCI names, benefits, applications, and a one-click sample request.
- ALFOL® 16 ALCOHOL PSTL
INCI: Cetyl Alcohol
Sasol Chemicals ALFOL 16 NF (FLK) Alcohol is high purity, petrochemical-based 1-hexadecanol. ALFOL 16 NF (FLK) Alcohol is classified as readily biodegradable in standard ready biodegradability tests. Sasol Chemicals ALFOL alcohols are physically and chemically equivalent to corresponding oleochemical-based alcohols derived from such sources as coconut oil or palm oil. Solid white pastilles with sweet odor.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - MildFormulation Benefits - Soluble in a Wide Range of Solvents - ALFOL® 1618 E
INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol
Sasol Chemicals ALFOL 1618E Alcohol (Pastille) is a high purity, petrochemical-based mixture of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. ALFOL 1618E Alcohol (Pastille) is in pastille form with a sweet pungent odor. ALFOL 1618E Alcohol (Pastille) is classified as readily biodegradable in standard ready biodegradability tests. Sasol Chemicals ALFOL alcohols are physically and chemically equivalent to corresponding oleochemical-based alcohols derived from such sources as coconut oil or palm oil.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - MildFormulation Benefits - Viscosity builder - ALKEST® TW 80 K NR
INCI: Polysorbate 80
Sorbitan, mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs. Reserved for industrial and professional use. Does not contain and is not derived from any of the allergens specified: Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Eugenol, Hydroxy-Citronellal, Isoeugenol, Amylcinnamyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Cinnamal, Coumarin, Geraniol, Geraniol, Anisyl Alcohol, Hydroxy-Methylpentylcyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Methyl Heptin Carbonate, 3-Methyl-4(2,6,6-Trimethyl 2-Cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-Buten-2-One, Farnesol, 2-(4 Tert-Benzyl) Proprionaldehyde, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamakdehyde, d-Limonene, Oak Moss Extract, Tree Moss Extract
Formulation Benefits - Excellent emulsificationFormulation Benefits - MildFormulation Benefits - Soluble in a Wide Range of Solvents - CANARCEL 165 V
CANARCEL® 165 V is a mixture of glyceryl stearates and polyoxyethylene stearate. It consists of two main chemical components: 1. Glyceryl monostearates (CAS No. 31566-31-1, 40-70% weight) 2. Polyethylene glycol stearate (CAS No. 9004-99-3, 40-50% weight)
Formulation Benefits - BiobasedFormulation Benefits - Excellent emulsificationFormulation Benefits - Improves emulsion stability - CETYL ALCOHOL C16 98%
May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Formulation Benefits - Emulsion StabilityFormulation Benefits - Viscosity builderSensory Enhancement - Moisturizing - DOWSIL™ 2511 COSMETIC WAX
INCI: Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
DOWSILTM 2511 Cosmetic Wax is a water dispersible silicone glycol copolymer wax with a low melting point. Water soluble, skin temperature melting wax for increased moisturization and humectancy
Formulation Benefits - Enables Cold ProcessingFormulation Benefits - Foam BoostingFormulation Benefits - Water Structuring - DOWSIL™ PMX-1507 FLUID
INCI: Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol
DOWSILTM PMX-1507 Fluid is a blend of 18.5% of an ultra high viscosity dimethiconol in volatile dimethicone. Silicone in solvent.
Enhanced Appearance - ShineFormulation Benefits - Suitable for Clear SystemsHair Conditioning - Enables Dry Combing - FLUID AP LOW ODOR
INCI: PPG-14 Butyl Ether (and) Water / Aqua (and) BHT
Polypropylene glycol monobutyl ether. A low-viscosity fluid that provides emolliency, solvency, and slip. It can be used to formulate roll-on, stick and aerosol antiperspirants delivering smooth feel while assisting with the spreadability of antiperspirant actives.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingFormulation Benefits - Easy to Spread - GLYCERINE 99.7% RSPO MB VANCE
Industrial Chemical
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingFormulation Benefits - Humectant - GLYCERINE 99.7% USP-KO
This is to certify that REFINED GLYCERINE 99.7% MIN. manufactured by Vance Bioenergy Sdn. Bhd. is produced through distillation under closed process conditions with strict adherence to USP/EP/BP/JP standards and is food grade. Its purity is guaranteed at a minimum of 99.7% with the balance being water. It is a liquid, viscous, Clear, colorless with slight, odorless odor.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - HumectantFormulation Benefits - Soluble in a Wide Range of Solvents - Hyaluronic Acid (Low MW)
INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate
Low molecular weight sodium hyaluronate for deep epidermal hydration and plumping in serums and essences.
- LAURYL ALCOHOL C1214 CA5020
Alcohols, C10-16
Formulation Benefits - Carrier Fluids & SolventsFormulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Soluble in a Wide Range of Solvents - MIRATAINE® CBS MB
INCI: COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE
FDA regulated use only. Cosmetics, personal care products
Formulation Benefits - Excellent emulsificationFormulation Benefits - Foam BoostingFormulation Benefits - Mild - PALMSURF IPP 98/MB
PALMSURF IPP 98, isopropyl palmitate is made from palm derived palmitic acid and isopropyl alcohol. It is defined as isopropyl palmitate of the CTFA. This product is meeting specification of USP, EP and BP.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingSensory Enhancement - Light Feel - PERFORMACOL™ 350 COSMETIC
INCI: C20-40 ALCOHOLS
Composed of two main ingredients: C>14 Alcohols (75-80%) and Ethene homopolymer (15-20%)
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Soluble in a Wide Range of SolventsSensory Enhancement - Moisturizing - PERFORMACOL™ 425
INCI: C20-40 ALCOHOLS
White to light yellow, no special odor, solid particle. Composed of C>14 Alcohols (75-80%) and Ethene homopolymer (15-20%)
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Viscosity builderSensory Enhancement - Moisturizing - VERSAGEL® ME 1600 T
INCI: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Gel
Enhanced Appearance - GlossEnhanced Appearance - ShineFormulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients - VERSAGEL® ME 2000 T
INCI: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Gel
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingFormulation Benefits - Suitable for Clear Systems - VERSAGEL® ME 750 T
INCI: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Versagel® hydrocarbon gel. Part of Versagel® ME series, including T grades. Benzene, ethenyl-, polymer with 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene, hydrogenated
Enhanced Appearance - GlossEnhanced Appearance - ShineFormulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients - VERSAGEL® MP 1600
INCI: Isopropyl Palmitate (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Industrial applications: Gel
Formulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingSensory Enhancement - Fast AbsorptionSensory Enhancement - Moisturizing - VERSAGEL® MP 750 T
INCI: Isopropyl Palmitate (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Benzene, ethenyl-, polymer with 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene, hydrogenated
Formulation Benefits - Ease of ApplicationFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingFormulation Benefits - Easy to Spread - VERSAGEL® SF
INCI: C13-14 Isoparaffin (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Pentaerythrityltetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxycinnamate
A product intended for industrial applications as a gel
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Ease of FormulatingFormulation Benefits - Silicone free - XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 CYCLOSILOXANE BLEND
INCI: Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclohexasiloxane
XIAMETERTM PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend is a blend of volatile polydimethylcyclosiloxane composed of cyclohexasiloxane and cyclopentasiloxane. The product is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless, non-greasy and non-stinging.
Formulation Benefits - Compatible with Many Organic IngredientsFormulation Benefits - Delivered in a Volatile CarrierFormulation Benefits - Easy to Spread