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Mildness Meets Greenness

By: Annette Mehling, Guadalupe Pellon and Hermann Hensen, Cognis GmbH
Posted: June 3, 2008, from the June 2008 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries.

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  • From Cosmetics & Toiletries
  • June 2008 issue, pg 53
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Natural-sourced, plant-based renewable raw materials are the key drivers influencing the modern day chemicals-based market. They offer innovative possibilities to connect with consumers and their expectations for sustainable and “green” chemicals in the personal care segment. This article demonstrates that alkyl polyglucosides are green; i.e., natural-sourced, plant-based and renewable, in addition to being mild, as demonstrated here in screening tests and formulations.

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