Polysorbate 20 is a mild, non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer commonly used in cosmetic and personal care products. It helps oil-based ingredients mix evenly with water.

Usage Rate

• 0.1%–5%, depending on the formulation
• 0.1%–1% for solubilizing fragrances and essential oils
• 1%–5% in cleansers and emulsified products

Key Uses

• Solubilizing fragrances and essential oils
• Facial cleansers and makeup removers
• Toners and micellar waters
• Shampoos and body washes
• Light lotions and gels

Benefits

• Helps create clear, stable formulations
• Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin
• Improves product consistency
• Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients

Skin Type & Safety

• Suitable for all skin types
• Mild and non-irritating when used correctly
• Vegan and cruelty-free.

Applications:

Bath, shower & soaps

Antiperspirants & deodorants

Body care

Face / neck skin care

Facial cleansers

Shampoos

Styling

Sun protection

Formula Tip: In most instances, the resultant blend is clear, provided the pH is 5.0 or higher. However, it is best to check each individual formulation, since some systems may become hazy. If desired, formulations that are quite viscous can be heated and made easier to stir.

Emulsion-type products like body washes, conditioners and lotions can be easily formulated by incorporating Liquid Crothix into the oil phase and heating the mixture to a temperature above 50°C before forming the emulsion.

Usage Level: 1-8% by Weight

INCI Name:: PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Aqua (and) PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides

It helps improve spreading, reduce soaping in lotion formulations, by reducing the saponification and stickiness that may occur during the spreading of emulsions like cream and conditioner on hair and skin.
It is also an FDA approved skin protectant commonly used in baby products like diaper rash creams and to soothe irritated skin, it creates a protective barrier on the skin. It is used as emollient in cosmetics to soften skin.

It reduces hair frizziness even in high humidity and soften hair with great detangling properties and gives hair a shine.

Dimethicone increases hair combability by coating hair strands.
Solubility: oil
INCI: Dimethicone
Usage rate: 1%-30%

CAS No: 9006-65-9

Add to oil or cool down phase

• Additional purification to reduce ash content Excellent salt tolerance
• Imparts slip and lubricity
• Ability to create clear formulations
• Stabilizes emulsion systems
• Surface-treated to aid incorporation into water
• Vegan suitable

Applications: Include antiperspirants & deodorants, conditioners, body care, facial care, styling products, sunscreens, liquid soaps, shave gels and foams, wipes (baby and adult), makeup/mascara, AP/Deodorant solids, and lubricant gels.

INCI: Hydroxyethylcellulose

Usage rate: 0.5% – 1%

This an effective natural thickener because of its ability to thicken water-based solutions and can help stabilizer emulsions, suitable for thickening creams, lotions, shampoos, body wash, and black soap.
It is generally used at below 1%.

Formulating Tip: xanthan gum can be pre-dispersed in glycerin or propylene glycol and then immediately added to the water phase with mixing. Once the xanthan gum is fully hydrated, the resulting solution can be heated if necessary for the inclusion of other ingredients.

Usage rate: 0.1-2%
Solubility: Water