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Lubrizol Introduced High-foam, Plant-based Surfactant for Cleansing
Sep 24, 2013
Lubrizol Advanced Materials has created a concentrated, plant-based surfactant that provides rich creamy foam in cleansing applications.
Ingredient Profile: Decyl Glucoside
Sep 20, 2013 | Michael J. Fevola, PhD, Johnson & Johnson
Alkyl polyglucoside (APG) surfactants continue to be a popular choice of formulators seeking to improve the sustainability of cleansing products for personal care, hard surface cleaning, dishwashing, laundry and industrial/institutional applications.
Evonik Introduces Eco-friendly, Polyglyceryl Emulsifier for Challenging Emulsions
Sep 17, 2013
At the Florida chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' (FLSCC) Sunscreen Symposium, Evonik will debut its PEG-free, o/w emulsifier for challenging fluid emulsions such as modern sun care formulations.
Growth in Beauty, Other Industries Sustains Market for Surfactants in Brazil, Argentina
Sep 10, 2013
According to a report from Frost & Sullivan, the personal and household care segments, in particular, will be key end users chiefly due to the greater purchasing power of the middle class, who are spending more on fast-moving consumer goods.
Clean and Green: A Review of Modern Day Surfactants and Emulsifiers
Aug 8, 2013 | Judi Beerling, Organic Monitor Ltd.; and Tony Gough, Innospec Personal Care,
Many certified organic shampoos and body washes use soaps such as potassium cocoate as their primary cleansing agent, partially due to a lack of suitable, organically approved foaming alternatives. This article reviews the use of modern surfactants and emulsifiers developed based on a green and eco-conscious philosophy.
Clean and Green: A Review of Modern Day Surfactants and Emulsifiers
Aug 2, 2013 | Judi Beerling, Organic Monitor Ltd.; and Tony Gough, Innospec Personal Care,
Many certified organic shampoos and body washes use soaps such as potassium cocoate as their primary cleansing agent, partially due to a lack of suitable, organically approved foaming alternatives. This article reviews the use of modern surfactants and emulsifiers developed based on a green and eco-conscious philosophy.
Until an Organic Surfactant Exists
Jul 12, 2013 | Katie Schaefer, Cosmetics & Toiletries
Today’s society is becoming more eco-conscious and as such, consumers want to see natural and organic products now—for a reasonable price and labeled clearly. While it is difficult to create a natural and organic skin care product, it is even more so to formulate an organic or natural hair care product.
Clariant Receives Clearance for the Establishment of Joint Venture for Global Amines
Jul 12, 2013
Clariant establishes 50-50 joint venture for amines and amines derivatives with Wilmar International Limited; Headquartered in Singapore, new venture capable of serving global market.
Sulfate vs. Sulfate-free: Information to Make a Choice
Jul 4, 2013 | Shoaib Arif, Pilot Chemical Co.
In the present article, the author considers factors for sulfate vs. sulfate-free formulating, including cost, foam and viscosity. In addition, two test formulations with and without sulfates are compared. The author concludes that little sound science exists to support the current “sulfate-free” market trend, especially when considering the potential benefits sulfates can impart in formulations.
Surfactants and Cleansing Products
Jun 20, 2013 | Eric Abrutyn, TPC2 Advisors Ltd., Inc.
Today, cleansing products are available in solid bar, liquid and gel forms and can be based on alkaline salts and synthetic and natural surfactants. When substituted for alkaline salts, synthetic and natural surfactants improve the foam structure and mildness of formulas.
Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropyl Sulfonate for Sulfate-free Formulations
Jun 14, 2013 | Robert J. Coots, PhD, Colonial Chemical Inc.
The use of sulfonated alkyl polyglucosides (SAPG) to replace lauryl sulfates and lauryl ether sulfates in sulfate-free formulations has previously been discussed. These primary surfactants were created with environmental and human safety in mind. The current paper describes more recent work with this material, specifically focusing on the lauryl version of SAPG.
Profile of Distearyldimethylammonium Chloride
May 31, 2013 | Mike Fevola, Johnson & Johnson
Distearyldimethylammonium chloride or DSDMAC (INCI: Distearyldimonium Chloride) is a twin-tailed fatty quaternary ammonium organic compound or fatty quat. Overall, DSDMAC is routinely employed as a cationic emulsifier in cosmetic formulations. It typically is formulated with fatty alcohols to yield o/w emulsions with lamellar LC structures for improved stability, aesthetics, moisturization and active delivery.