Emollients & Moisturizing
Description of Emollients & Moisturizing: water plays a key role in helping your skin stay healthy and smooth. Moisturizers seal in or trap moisture and help the skin’s protective barrier to minimize evaporation of water. These moisturizing ingredients give the skin a smooth and soft feel and therefore are often referred to as emollients (emollient means softener). Another effect could be preventing friction by applying an oily film, which lubricates the skin or hair. These 3 product functions use the same occlusive mechanism to ensure that water can’t escape easily, however where emollients mainly aim to soften skin, the main function of moisturizers is to prevent loss of water by trapping and sealing in moisture, and the main function of lubricants is to minimize friction between surfaces. Another type of emollient & moisturizer is humectants, they absorb moisture from the air and from the dermis (deeper skin layer) to the epidermis (superficial skin layers). Emollients & Moisturizing Ingredients are widely applied in the personal care industry and especially in skin care products, such as ointments, emollient cream, lotions, and oils.
What is emollient?
Emollient definition is substances that soften and smoothen itchy, dry skin, and make it feel and look better. Most people experience irritated, dry skin from time to time due to weather conditions, excessive use of hand sanitizers and many other reasons including atopic eczema, diaper rash or atopic dermatitis. Cracked dry skin will cause open spaces between skin cells and emollients will fill these spaces with fatty substances called lipids. Emollients containing a high quantity of oil ensure water can’t easily escape from the skin and are called occlusives. Moisturizing Ingredients often have emollient properties, but where the main function of moisturizers is about trapping and sealing in moisture to build the skin’s protective barrier and prevent water loss, emollients mainly aim to soften the skin.
Emollient applications
They come in emollient cream, ointments, lotions, and sprays primarily for skin care. Ointments are most greasy and mainly oil, for example Petrolatum, and form an outstanding thick occlusive layer for thick skin and very dry skin conditions. Skin absorbs this slowly so not often to be reapplied, however not easy to apply on hairy areas and can stain clothes. Lotions and sprays are mostly water and can be spread much easier, the downside is the lower level of moisturizing compared to ointments. Emollient cream is in between ointments and lotions/sprays regarding the level of oil in the aqueous cream. Aqueous cream has a good level of moisturization for dry skin conditions and is still easy to spread. Emollient soap substitute instead of regular soap for handwashing and showering is another application, which can help in case of dry skin conditions. Emollients containing antibacterial agents can be used against folliculitis. This is irritation and inflammation of hair follicles, mainly occurring in the beard skin area. These emollients will fight the infection of hair follicles and smoothen and soften the irritated skin.
Emollients for hair
Emollients for hair are essential ingredients of many hair care products. Although the word emollient is more common in skin care, more and more people are using the term emollients for hair care as well. They are supposed to improve the hydration levels of hair by attracting water or providing a protective barrier that help to soften, smoothen, and moisturize hair, and make it feel and look better. Optimal levels of moisture will give hair better curl retention, more volume and bounce. These functions are very similar to emollients for skin and similarly important for hair to form an even film on the surface and to avoid a greasy or sticky texture.
Emollient Ingredients
Common emollient ingredients include silicones (e.g., IngreSil BADM-965), fatty alcohols, fruit and vegetable oils (for example Pomegranate Seed Oil or Raspberry Seed Oil Organic or Rapeseed Oil), mineral oils, polyquaterniums, butters and petrolatum.
Description of Moisturizing
Water plays a key role to help your skin to stay healthy, smooth and provide the required nourishment. Moisturizers help to seal in or trap moisture and help the to form the skin’s protective barrier to avoid water evaporate from the skin. These moisturizing ingredients give the skin a smooth and soft feel and therefore are often referred to as emollients (emollient means to soften). Both product functions are similar in using the same occlusive mechanism to ensure that water can’t escape easily, however where emollients mainly aim to soften the skin is the main function of moisturizers to prevent loss of water by trapping and sealing in moisture. Moisturizing ingredients come in many categories, most of them combining moisturizing with other benefits, and are primarily used in skin, body, and hair care products. Hyaluronic acid and Polyglutamic acid are seen as super moisturizers, especially hyaluronic acid is very well known among consumers. Other examples of moisturizers are Polyquaternium 11, Broccoli Seed Oil and Sodium Isostearoyl lactylate.
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Isotridecyl alcohol ethoxylate phosphate ester (Alcohol ethoxylate phosphate ester)
C12-C14 Alcohol Ether Phosphate (Alcohols, C12-14, ethoxylated, phosphate)
C12-C15 Alcohol Ether Phosphate (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-hydro-w-hydroxy-, mono-C11-15-alkyl ethers, phosphates)
Brassica Oleracea Italica Seed Oil
Bottle of 0.9 KG Jerrycan of 5 KG. One full pallet is 60 jerrycans (300 KG) Jerrycan of 25 KG. One full pallet is 24 jerrycans (600 KG) Drum of 195 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (780 KG) IBC of 930 KG.
What is broccoli seed oil? Broccoli Seed Oil is an oil extracted from the seeds of the Brassica Oleracea Italica (broccoli) plants. Being high in omega 6 & 9, the oil created by cold pressing the broccoli seeds is nourishing and known for outstanding non greasy moisturizing properties. It is also very hydrating and improving the retention of moisture by the skin and hair. It is often used in hair care products like solid hair-masks, and shampoo and conditioner bars. In addition, it can be used very well in a wide variety of skin care products. It can be used for all hair and skin types, including sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, and is especially effective for dry hair.
The cold press production of our broccoli seed oil is a nice example of upcycling and recycling without wasting precious materials. Broccoli seed is normally used to grow broccoli sprouts and broccoli plants. Only seeds which do not sprout, which used to be wasted are used for the cold pressing. The cold pressing results in broccoli seed oil and broccoli press cake. The cake which remains after pressing is ground and used as exfoliant or as flour. The cold pressing production method ensures that a high percentage of the nutrients remain in the broccoli seed oil. Our broccoli seed oil does not contain preservatives and is 100% natural.
The broccoli seed oil is high in moisturizing essential fatty acids and makes it a valuable emollient. It also contains vitamins and antioxidants like the organic sulfur compound sulforaphane, which helps to reduce skin redness and minimizes inflammatory skin conditions. The fatty acid profile, vitamins and antioxidants in the broccoli seed oil contribute to many health benefits, including improved skin health and hair health.
Lanolin
Drums of 180 KG. One pallet is 4 drums (720 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (14.4 MT)
Commonly referred to as wool wax or grease, Lanolin Anhydrous is an excellent emollient with powerful emulsifying properties, Lanolin Anhydrous soothes, nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Stable in water emulsions in oil, this anhydrous lanolin can be used in pharmaceutical and personal care applications. Acting as a conditioning agent, emulsion stabilizer and super-fatting agent, Lanolin Anhydrous is suitable for use in a broad range of pharmaceutical and personal care topical applications. It can be used to prevent dandruff, dryness and hair breakage, and it aids in replacing natural lipids of the skin
PEG-75 Lanolin; Aqua
Drum of 200 KG. One pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
Non-irritating to skin and eyes and considered safe to use, PEG75 Lanolin50 is an ethoxylated lanolin and available as 50% solution. It's widely used in skin and hair products. This low viscosity, water-soluble moisturizer is easy to handle and can be processed at room temperature. Holding emulsifying, solubilizing, and emollient properties, PEG75 Lanolin50 is known for its gentle cleansing, moisturizing and conditioning benefits. It is recommended for use in aqueous or aqueous-alcoholic formulations for applications ranging from hair conditioners to sensitive skin hand cleansers.
PEG-100 Stearate; Glyceryl stearate
Boxes of 20 KG. One full pallet is 25 boxes (500 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (10 MT)
IngrePol PEG-100GM has a flakey, white appearance and acts as a supplemental emulsifier. It also modifies viscosity and improves stability of the emulsion. The key advantage of IngrePol PEG-100GM is that it acts very well as a balancing emulsifier system and has a wide range pH tolerance. IngrePol PEG-100GM is applicable in a wide range of fields, such as baby care, color cosmetics (blushes and eye shadows), skin care (skin/sun creams and shaving creams), hair care and sun care.
Ceteareth-20
PE Bags of 20 KG. One pallet is 25 bags (500 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (10 MT)
Cetereath-20 is a non-ionic oil in water (O/W) emulsifier that is widely used in personal care, household and industrial applications. Offering high solubility and serving as a cleanser and wetting agent, Ceteareth-20 is used in emulsion-based cosmetic products including creams, lotions, sprayable lotions, hair conditioners and sunscreen products. It is also used in antiperspirants and deodorants, face care products, hair coloring and conditioning products
Behentrimonium chloride
Boxes of 20 KG. One full pallet is 36 boxes (720 KG). One 20ft container is 10 pallets (7.2 MT)
Behentrimonium Chloride is a cationic surfactant, also known as docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228, is widely used in hair applications. Providing antistatic and conditioning properties, Behentrimonium Chloride spreads easily on hair and imparts gloss, shine, and softening effects. It offers good wet combing enhancement and volumizing effects as well.
Cetrimonium Chloride
Drum of 200 KG. One pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
An excellent conditioning agent used in hair care products, Cetrimonium Chloride (Cetyl trimethyl ammonium chloride) is a cationic surfactant that acts as an emulsifier, dispersant, antistatic and softening agent. Absorbed onto negatively charged surfaces, Cetrimonium Chloride does not leave a visible film on the hair. It is suitable for hair conditioners, rinses, 2-in-1 shampoos, and styling products.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Bags of 25 KG. One full pallet is 20 bags (500 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (10 MT)
Glyceryl Stearate SE is an anionic self-emulsifying base that is widely used in a large range of various cosmetic applications such as eye creams, sunscreens, eye shadows, hair care and lotions. This material performs as a thickener and as a stabilizer. It is also soluble in oil and has a non distinctive odor. Glyceryl Stearate SE is often recommended as a co-emulsifier.
Panthenol; Aqua;
Jerrycans of 25 KG. One full pallet is 32 jerrycans (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
A nutrient from the Vitamin B-family, D-Panthenol75 is an anti-inflammatory active that is widely used in skin, hair and nail applications. Known for its many ancillary benefits, D-Panthenol75 is known to boost skin's fibroblasts, reduce fine lines, redness and dry patches in skin and promote the skin's barrier for added protection from environmental toxins. For hair, it provides moisturization and humectant properties leading to increased elasticity, moisture and shine.
Dimethicone
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
IngreSil DM100 is a low viscosity linear silicone fluid (dimethicone and chemical name is polydimethylsiloxane). It's used in antiperspirants, deodorants, cosmetics, scrubs, shaving products, lip & eyeliners, skin lotions, and sun care products. An excellent spreading agent, IngreSil DM 100 provides protective, non-tacky yet breathable layer to the skin. It can also effectively eliminate the whitening effect of W/O emulsions.
Dimethicone
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
Ingresil DM350 is a low viscosity linear silicone fluid (dimethicone and it's chemical name is polydimethylsiloxane) with excellent lubricity and spreading properties that can be used in a wide variety of cosmetic applications. Providing a non-tacky moisture barrier in skin creams and lotions, Ingresil DM350 is also an excellent emollient for hair products. Providing the benefits of Detangling, ease of wet-combing, Shine, Soft Feel and Dry Conditioning, Ingresil DM350 is suitable for hair styling and conditioning products. It is non-toxic and inert in nature.
Lauramine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
IngreNox L30 is a foam enhancer, emulsifier, foam stabilizer, wetting agent and viscosity builder. Used in the personal care, home care and textile applications, this multi-functional product is hard water tolerant and also acts as a wetting agent and dye dispersant. It is used in shampoos, hand soaps, bath products, hair conditioners, creams, lotions, stain removers, textiles, laundry detergents, and numerous additional applications.
Synthetic wax
Bags of 20 KG. One full pallet is 25 bags (500 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (10 MT)
Ingre Wax 33 is a synthetic wax used in a wide range of personal care applications from hair care (hair relaxers) to skin care (facial masks and moisturizers), body care and decorative cosmetics (lip balms, mascara and foundations). Ingre Wax 33 is low cost-in-use and a good alternative to bees wax. In o/w emulsions it is used effectively to enhance the gloss and whiteness of the emulsion. This wax contributes to a soft and smooth skin feel.
Amodimethicone; Trideceth 12; Cetrimonium Chloride
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
IngreSil EMU MA is a 35% cationic macro emulsion of amino functional silicone polymer developed as a conditioning additive for hair care products. Imparting a silky sheet and soft feel, this additive can offer color protection in hair products, and also can provide styling benefits and excellent conditioning effects. Showing improved deposition and substantivity over other dimethicone fluids, IngreSil EMU MA is easy to formulate with and provides dilution stability. This opaque, low viscosity emulsion has a neutral pH.
Amodimethicone; C11-15 Pareth 7; Laureth 9; Glycerin; Trideceth 12
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
Ingresil EMU MI is a non-ionic emulsifier and conditioning agent recommended for use in aqueous based hair products. This high molecular weight amino functional silicone polymer can be used in transparent shampoos, hair treatments, masks, conditioning shampoos, hair sprays and other hair products. It provides silky feel to hair, helps add volume, eases dry and wet combining and also enhances shine. Ingresil EMU MI is easy to formulate with and can be used in clear end-products.
Dimethiconol; TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT)
Ingresil EMU 60 is a 60% anionic emulsion of Dimethiconol and TEA-Dodecylbenzensulfonate. Used as a conditioning agent, this material improves wet combing, enhances shine and imparts a soft feel on the hair. Extremely stable and easy to use, it can be formulated into shampoos, conditioners, and styling agents. Ingresil EMU 60 does not affect lather and is recommended for shower, bath and body applications as it provides a silky, luxurious after-feel to skin.
Cyclopentasiloxane
Drums of 190 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (760 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (15.2 MT)
Ingresil D5 is a clear, colorless and volatile polydimethylcyclosiloxane widely used as a base fluid in a wide variety of formulations. Providing excellent spreading properties and enhancing glide, this emollient provides a smooth, non-greasy feeling to the skin. Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients, Ingresil D5 can be used in skin care products, make-up (eye shadows & mascaras), antiperspirants and hair serums and conditioners.
Cyclopentasiloxane; Dimethiconol
Drums of 195 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (780 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (15.6 MT)
A blend of Cyclopentasiloxane and Dimethiconol, this low molecular weight volatile silicone imparts a smooth, non-greasy feel in hair, skin, sun screen, make-ups and other personal care products. IngreSil CD15 is frequently used inhair conditioningproducts and emulsions for skin care, it improvesspreadabilityas well as rub-in characteristics in formulations. It offers water resistance,shine enhancement, improvessoftnessand hair manageability in most cosmetic products.
Phenethyl Alcohol; Caprylyl Glycol
Jerrycans of 5 KG Jerrycans of 10 KG. One large pallet is 96 jerrycans of 10 KG (960 KG). One 20ft container is 10 pallets (9.6 MT) Jerrycans of 25 KG. One large pallet is 48 jerrycans of 25 KG (1200 KG). One 20ft container is 10 pallets (12 MT) Jerrycans of 50 KG Jerrycans of 125 KG
An alternative to traditional cosmetic preservatives, IngreCare PAC is a synergistic combination of chelating agents with activity against Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria, yeasts and molds. In addition to its broad spectrum antimicrobial activity, IngreCare PAC acts as a wetting agent and skin emollient while also providing mild rose-like fragrance properties. It is globally approved and does not contain any preservatives listed in EU Annex IV (paraben free). If properly formulated with IngreCare PAC, your product may allow for self-preservation without using further antimicrobials. Suitable as safe ingredient for many Personal Care products such as body oils and lotions, Skin Care formulations, Shampoos, Hair Conditioners and various Decorative Cosmetic products.
Coco Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Coco Glucoside50 is an aqueous solution of Alkylpolyglucosides derived from natural C8-14 fatty alcohols. It is a natural surfactant suitable for use in a broad range of Personal Care, Household and Industrial products. Biodegradable and part of the mild green range of surfactants, Coco Glucoside50 provides excellent foaming, solubility, wetting and dispersing properties and is compatible with all classes of surfactants.
Lauryl Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Lauryl Glucoside50 is an aqueous solution of mild surfactant that has good wetting, dispersing and emulsification properties. With excellent alkali stability and solubility, Lauryl Glucoside50 is of natural origin, is biodegradable and can be used in a wide range of personal care and home care applications. It is soluble in liquid formulations and contains high levels of builder and electrolytes.
Isotridecyl alcohol ethoxylate phosphate ester (Alcohol ethoxylate phosphate ester)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
PhosEster IA is an anionic phosphate ester that can be incorporated into a wide variety of emulsifier blends. Compatible with anionic and nonionic surfactants, PhosEster IA is used in Cleaning, Agriculture and Oil and gas industries
C12-C14 Alcohol Ether Phosphate (Alcohols, C12-14, ethoxylated, phosphate)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
PhosEster 1214A is a anionic surfactant based on a phosphate ester that demonstrates strong stability in acidic and alkaline systems and at high temperatures. This product is also broadly used across many industries. Applications include alkaline detergents, agricultural formulations, metal working fluids, textile auxiliaries, and emulsion polymerization. PhosEster 1214A is anionic and therefore very suitable with anionic and also nonionic surfactants.
C12-C15 Alcohol Ether Phosphate (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-hydro-w-hydroxy-, mono-C11-15-alkyl ethers, phosphates)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
PhosEster 1215A is, like most other phosphate esters, very stable at high temperatures. It’s used in Agricultural, Oil & Gas, Cleaning, and many other applications. This ingredient can be applied as corrosion inhibitor, detergent, lubricating agent, emulsifier, and wetting agent. PhosEster 1215A is based on a C12/C15 alcohol ethoxylate and functions well in both acidic and alkaline conditions. If not used within 2 years of the production date it should be re-tested. Frequently formulated in food manufacturing cleaners and in a wide variety of surface cleaners.
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