Cosmetics & Personal care

ELFACOS® E 200

W/O- & O/W co-emulsifier and lipophilic solubilizer suitable for conditioner (leave-in/rinse out), hair relaxer and make-up products. It is also used in liquid make-up, mascara, concealer, eyeshadow, lipstick, loose powder, eyeliner, pressed powder, emulsions, low pH systems, ointments, emulsion-based sunscreens and after-sun products. It is ideal for smooth, soft, easily spreadable lotions as well as in creams of higher consistencies. Benefits: Free of any animal-derived ingredientsIt offers water binding capacity and good dermatological & toxicological propertiesHydrolytically-, pH- & electrolyte stable over broad pH and temperature rangesThis high molecular weight non-ionic copolymer is stable against mild acids and bases

ELFACOS® ST 37

W/O Emulsion stabilizer suitable for color cosmetics, cosmetic emulsions, powdered color cosmetics, oleophilic bath formulations and hair products. It is also used in lotions, creams, conditioner (leave-in/rinse out), hair relaxer, make-up, liquid make-up and mascara. It is ideal for concealer, eyeshadow, lipstick, loose powder, eyeliner, pressed powder, emulsions, low pH systems, ointments, emulsion-based sunscreens and after-sun products. It is a non-ionic copolymer. Shelf life: 24 months. Benefits: High capacity to absorb water and oilHydrolytically-, pH- and electrolyte-stable over broad pH and temperature rangesCompatible with most common emulsifiers, additives and cationicsIt increases gloss and spreadability

ELFACOS® ST 9

W/O Emulsion stabilizer and binder suitable for color cosmetics, cosmetic emulsions and powdered color cosmetics.Emulsifier for oleophilic bath formulations, hair products, creams/lotions, conditioner (leave-in/rinse out), hair relaxer, emulsions, low pH systems, ointments, emulsion-based sunscreens and after-sun products. It is also used in make-up, liquid make-up, mascara, concealer, eyeshadow, lipstick, loose powder, eyeliner and pressed powder. Benefits: It provides excellent stability to W/O emulsionIt is hydrolytically-, pH- and electrolyte-stable over broad pH and temperature rangesIncreases gloss and spreadabilityIt enables low-temperature emulsification thereby saving cost and energy in the manufacturing process 

ELFAMOIST® AC HUMECTANT

Humectant suitable for creams & body lotions and baby care products. It is also used in eye & facial creams, facial mask, pre- & post sun care, shower gels, hand liquid soap, after shaving, color cosmetics, liquid foundation and antiperspirants/deodorants. It is ideal for ointments, emulsions and emulsion-based sunscreens. It is a readily biodegradable and preservative- & nitrosamine-free ingredient. Shelf life: 12 months. Benefits: Offers high performing formulations with deep, instant and long-lasting moisturization (30 hours) benefit after single applicationEffective penetration and deposition properties with no disruption to the skin barrierDuring application, it offers great absorbance, lubricity in skin feel and excellent spreadabilityAfter application, it provides lack of stickiness/tackiness and highly effective skin hydration 

ETHOMEEN® SV/12

Emulsifier and wetting agent suitable for permanent hair color, color cosmetics, concealers and lipstick. It is also used in high VOC aerosol hair spray, pump hair spray and creams & lotions. It is an inherently biodegradable ingredient derived from plant and synthetic (petroleum-derived) sources. Shelf life: 24 months. Benefits: Free of any animal derived ingredientsIt provides desired viscosity and rheology in the final product

HYDROVANCE®

Moisturizing agent and humectant suitable for facial-, body-, hand-, and foot- creams & lotions, after-sun and emulsion-based sunscreens. It is also used in moisturizing, anti-aging, shower & bath products, facial cleansers, sun protection, self-tanning, color cosmetics, depilatories and antiperspirants & deodorants. It is ideal for foot care, hair styling products, mousses, gels, hair shampoos & conditioners (leave-in/rinse out), emulsions, hair treatments, shave and hair color products. Benefits: It is a non-ionic, biodegradable, preservative-free and non-irritating ingredientOffers increased skin elasticity, long lasting moisturization and enhanced tactile sensory performance in formulationsBroad ingredient compatibility and wide-ranging applicabilityIt provides non-tacky feel and excellent aesthetics

NATRASORB® BATH

Aesthetic modifier suitable for dry shampoos, powder, low pH systems, ointments and bath & shower products. It is used in make-up, liquid make-up, mascara, concealer, eyeshadow, lipstick, loose powder, eyeliner and pressed powder. Benefits: Readily biodegradable and naturally derived ingredient

NATRASORB® HFB

Carrier and aesthetic modifier designed for use in oil control powders. It is also used in dry shampoos, loose- & pressed powders, shine reduction, anhydrous products, make-up, concealer, stick/balm, antiperspirants and emulsions. It is ideal for low pH systems, ointments, bath & shower, liquid make-up, mascara, eyeshadow, lipstick and eyeliner. It is an oil adsorbing hydrophobic starch. Benefits:  Helps control shine and provides a matte finishOffers sebum adsorption and good wear propertiesCarrier for anhydrous liquid including fragrances, emollients, UV filters, and esters/siliconesNon-GMO