Seqens Personal Care has added four next-generation blends to its AdvensProtect portfolio — a range of multifunctional alternatives to traditional preservatives. Developed at the UK manufacturing site of Chemoxy, an affiliate of the Seqens Group, this launch introduces high-purity, 100% bio-based versions to drive eco-conscious product development.
Emolliency + Product Protection: AdvensProtect 56E, 58E, 56E Green and 58 E Green
The new multifunctional ingredients provide humectant and emollient properties while ensuring excellent product protection. Per the company, they are designed to act as effective alternatives to traditional preservative systems or as boosters to reduce the concentration of active preservatives needed in cosmetic formulas.
- AdvensProtect 56E (INCI: Pentylene Glycol (and) 1,2-Hexanediol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin) is specifically formulated for use in sensitive skin products.
- AdvensProtect 56E Green is its sustainable twin, using the same blend but leveraging 100% bio-based ingredients.
- AdvensProtect 58E (INCI: Pentylene Glycol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin) is suggested for formulators seeking a robust one-stop solution.
- AdvensProtect 58E Green similarly offers the same blend but using 100% bio-based components and according to the company, it mirrors the performance of the standard version.
All the ingredients are suitable for formulations ranging from creams, lotions, shampoos, gels and foundations, to sunscreens and wet wipes; they are also suited to all skin types. In addition, they are cold-processable, clear liquids that are easy to formulate with and are temperature- and pH-independent, per the company. AdvensProtect 56E and 56E Green are recommended at 1.0-2.5% while 58E and 58E Green are suggested at 0.5-1.5%.
Certifiable Green Chemistry
Seqens emphasizes that these "Green" launches demonstrate its commitment to green chemistry. Notably, both AdvensProtect 56E Green and 58E Green are certified ISO 16128 Natural Derived with a Natural Origin Index (NOI) of 1.
By sourcing these ingredients sustainably, SEQENS provides formulators with a clear pathway to developing high-performance, eco-friendly beauty products without compromising on quality or efficacy.
