Cosmetics & Personal care

DYNAMX®

Film former suitable for dynamic hairstyles, hairsprays, gels, mousses, lotions, pomades and other styling aids. It is also used in low & high VOC aerosol, pump hair spray, creams, spray gels and dry shampoos. It is an inherently biodegradable, naturally derived from renewable resource. Benefits: Provides flexible, durable hold with memory performanceImparts excellent curl definition and frizz control when used in styling formulationsOffers long lasting style, movable style with memory and not sticky or tackySmooth, non-raspy feel 

DYNAMX® H2O

Film former designed for use in styling products including gels, mousses, non-aerosol spritzes and thermal protection products. It is also used in pomades, pump hair sprays, lotions, spray gels, styling creams and ethnic styling products. It is an alcohol-free and inherently biodegradable polymer. Benefits: Provides flexible, touchable & durable hold and high humidity curl retentionOffers long-lasting, strength and frizz control in mousses, gels, pomades, waxes, creamsSmooth, non-raspy feelProvides shape, control and manageability of several hair types

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® GT 282S

Rheology modifier suitable for conditioner (leave-in/rinse out), shampoos, hair color and permanent wave formulations. It is also used in low pH systems, ointments and bath & shower products. It is a readily biodegradable, naturally derived, unique Newtonian non-ionic associative derived from polyalkylene glycol. Shelf life: 24 months. Benefits: Provides luxurious aesthetics for crystal clear surfactant systemsDelivers luxe sensorial with a wide range of amphoteric and anionic surfactants, including sulfate-free systemsIt is a plant-based and acrylates-, microplastic- & preservative-free ingredient Non-irritating

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 

ELFAN® AT 84 G MB

Cleansing agent designed for use in two-in-one shampoo/conditioners, mousse, body- & facial wash and liquid hand soap. It is also used in mild shampoos, bath & shower gels, shave applications, syndet- & combi-bar soap, baby cleanser and shaving cream. It is ideal for baby products and sensitive skin. It is a readily biodegradable, naturally derived, non-ethoxylated sulfate-free, mild anionic surfactant. Benefits: Extremely gentle on skin with an excellent dermatological profileNon-irritating on skin and low impact on skin barrierIt provides cleansing, foam build up and rich, creamy foam to cleansing formulations