Seiwa Kasei Co. Presents Vistanol GDHR-Pure for Plant-based Lanolin-, Silicone-like Effects

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Benefits in skin, hair and makeup include lanolin-like gloss and emollience and dimethicone-like texture, improving hair smoothness and shine.
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Seiwa Kasei Co. introduced Vistanol GDHR-Pure, a plant-derived ester oil, during in-cosmetics Asia 2024, held Nov. 5-7 in Bangkok. Notably, at the event, the lanolin and silicone alternative was nominated as an Innovation Zone finalist in the functionals category.

Vistanol GDHR-Pure Properties

Vistanol GDHR-Pure (INCI: Glyceryl Diisostearate/Hydrogenated Rosinate) is a 100% plant-derived oil. According to the company, it is highly stable against oxidation, has a low viscosity and excellent spreadability, and demonstrates good adherence to skin. In addition, it is compatible with silicone oil and imparts minimal color and odor.

Vistanol GDHR-Pure Benefits in Skin, Hair and Makeup

Per the company, benefits in skin, hair and makeup include:

  • imparting lanolin-like gloss and emollience, 
  • imparting dimethicone-like texture at low use levels;
  • improving hair smoothness and shine; and
  • delivering a moisturizing texture to hair, among others.
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