INCI: Octyldodecyl Lactate
CAS#: 57568-20-4
- Moisture retention was evaluated using Nova Dermal Phase Meter.
- Individuals refrained from using topical treatments on forearm for 2 days prior to study.
- 0.1 ml of test material (PELEMOL ODL) was applied to designated test site.
- Measurements were taken prior to application and again after 15 minutes, 2 and 4 hours post application.
Figure 1. PELEMOL ODL increases and retains moisturization by over 28% as shown in the bar graph above while providing high cushion and spreadability.
INCI: Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
CAS#: 62152-14-1
PHOENOTHIX® APT is an anionic powder polymer used as a highly efficient thickener for aqueous and hydroalcoholic formulation systems. Also performs as a multifunctional viscosity modifier for water phase in emulsions.
PHOENOTHIX APT gel at 3 different concentrations to illustrate the flow rate after 45 seconds relative to viscosity in the line graph below.
(Note: 8 grams of each % PHOENOTHIX APT gel placed at the top of the glass plate at a 45o angle)
- Stable viscosity profile from pH 3.5-9.0
- This material is ideal for low pH AHA systems and higher pH systems
- Excellent sensory properties: silky, light, and non-tacky to the touch
- Cold processable with high shear stability
- Allows formulators to make emulsifier free formulations with up to 20% oil phase
- Recommended use levels 0.5-1.5%
INCI: Isoamyl Laurate
CAS#: 16309-51-9
PELEMOL 9512 is an ester formed by the reaction of Isoamyl Alcohol and Lauric Acid and is 100% vegetable derived. Its broad solubility range suggests it can be used as a silicone replacement.
Benefits:
- Has the sensorial properties similar to silicone
- Adds a silky feel to fragrances
- Enhances the spreadability of pigments where it imparts a silicone-like feel
- PP Also, acts as a skin conditioning agent, leaving skin with a dry, soft feel
Recommended Use Level:
10-15%
Regulatory:
- ISO Natural Origin Index Score of 1.0
- REACH registered, Compliant in Australia, Canada (DSL), China (IECIC), Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Philippines and Taiwan and US (TSCA)
Available in drums and pails
INCI: Oleyl Canolate
CAS#: 2454519-14-1
PELEMOL 123 is derived from the transesterification of Canola Oil with Oleyl Alcohol. It is 100% active with Oleyl linoleate/Linolenate as the major component with 5-10% Oleyl alcohol esters of other C16-20 fatty acids.
Benefits:
- Exhibits a pronounced silicone-like, silky emollient skin feel
- Contributes to hair volumizing
- Demonstrated to enhance hair color when added to hair dyes at levels as low as 0.3% of the hair dye formulation
- Leaves skin soft and supple after washing
Recommended Use Level:
0.3-0.5% (Hair dye formulation)
5-10% (Skin moisturizers and conditioners)
Regulatory:
- ISO Natural Origin Index Score of 0.9
- China (IECIC) Registered
Available in drums and pails
INCI: Trioctyldodecyl Citrate
CAS#: 126121-35-5
PELEMOL TGC is a clear, synthetic, oil soluble, slightly viscous triester. Surprisingly low odor for a citrate triester. The hydroxyl functionality makes it a uniquely effective wetting agent for pigments and a grinding vehicle for anhydrous pigment systems.
Benefits:
- Clear, low odor triester
- Substantive to the skin and extremely emollient
- Effective wetting agent for pigments and grinding vehicle for anhydrous pigment systems.
- Provides superior cushion for skin products.
Recommended Use Level:
2-15%
Regulatory:
- Compliant Australia, Canada (ICL), China (IECIC), Taiwan, New Zealand and US (TSCA)
Available in drums and pails
INCI: Dipentaerythrityl Tetrabehenate/Polyhydroxystearate
CAS#: 748142-30-5
PELEMOL DP-144B is a unique polyester, is 93% vegetable derived, tacky paste, very substantive polyester. Very useful ester whenever occlusive humectancy is desirable.
Benefits:
- Holds 3 times its weight in water
- Increases melting point of lipsticks by 5°C without sacrificing creaminess or payoff.
- Highly suggested for use in lipsticks, mascaras and make-up products
- Has no odor or taste
- Glossy finish
Recommended Use Level:
5-10%
Regulatory:
- ISO Natural Origin Index Score of 0.9
- REACH registered, Compliant in Australia, Canada (DSL), China (IECSC), Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Philippines and Taiwan and US (TSCA)
Available in drums and pails
INCI: Ethyl Cannabis Seedate
CAS#: 2375655-54-0
PELEMOL EHEMP is a product ethyl ester and hemp seed oil. It is an extremely dry ester with a slight silicone feel that becomes dry on rub-in. It also feels like Cyclopentasiloxane, and an effective D5 substitute. The sensory perception is that it is absent from the skin, as is D5. EHEMP is 100% active and 100% vegetable derived. As a dry ester EHEMP finds applications in skin creams lotions and various make-up products. Use levels vary from 5-30%.
Benefits:
- Extremely dry, clear ester
- Slight silicone feel becomes dry on rub-in
- Has the sensory perception of Cyclopentasiloxane
Recommended Use Level:
5-30%
Regulatory:
- ISO Natural Origin Index Score of 1.0
Available in drums and pails
INCI: Ethyl Laurate
CAS#: 106-33-2
PELEMOL ELAUR is the monoester produced from the reaction of ethyl alcohol (fermentation grade) and lauric acid (coconut derived). ELAUR is 100% active and 100% vegetable derived. This raw material is has a very light oily feel on the skin and leaves a soft on rub-in. It has excellent solubility characteristics making this material formulator friendly for use in creams, lotions, make-up, spa and bath products and hand sanitizers.
Benefits:
- Very light oily ester
- Leaves the skin soft on rub-in
- Acts as a lubricant and improves appearance of skin
- Distinctive floral odor
Recommended Use Level:
2-25%
Refractive Index (25°C):
1.3625
Regulatory:
- ISO Natural Origin Index Score of 1.0
- Globally compliant
Available in drums and pails
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