Seqens Debuts AdvensProtect 8 Green Bio-based Caprylyl Glycol Multifunctional

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Seqens launched AdvensProtect 8 Green, a 100% biobased caprylyl glycol, to answer the need for sustainable, high-performance cosmetic ingredients. Designed and manufactured at Seqens' UK site, this solution offers a multifunctional approach to enhancing formulations across various personal care applications.  

AdvensProtect 8 Green's Multifunctional Benefits  

According to Seqens, AdvensProtect 8 Green (INCI: Caprylyl Glycol) offers formulators key functional benefits.
  • Multifunctional properties: The ingredient serves as a humectant, emollient and preservative booster, supporting both formula simplicity and sustainability. 
  • Moisturizing capabilities: The ingredient's short lipophilic chain is said to effectively integrate with lipid structures in the skin's upper layers, optimizing moisture retention for improved hydration. 
  • Sensory and formulation benefits: AdvensProtect 8 Green acts as a viscosity regulator to enhance the sensorial profile of formulations. In addition, per the company,  improves pigment dispersion, adds wetting properties and significantly reduces the tacky feeling often associated with similar products.
  • Enhanced preservation: When paired with other preservatives or multifunctionals, AdvensProtect 8 Green can boosts the effectiveness of their preservation systems.  

Broad Array of Formulation Applications

According to Seqens, the AdvensProtect 8 Green biobased caprylyl glycol is ideal for skin, hair and makeup products, and its adaptable properties can be used in serum, cream and lotion formats, as well as in formulations requiring a preservative boost with added moisturizing benefits. It thus supports the industry's shift toward natural and biobased solutions with high performance.  
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