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Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (50%)
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (50%)
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Description
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is a top-tier, naturally derived non-ionic surfactant that offers a myriad of advantages for cutting-edge cosmetic formulations. Ideal for cosmetic chemists and formulators seeking to elevate their product range, this ingredient is sourced from coconut oil and fruit sugars, ensuring a mild yet effective performance suited for all skin types.
Vegan suitable.
Key Benefits
- Gentle Cleansing: Exceptionally mild, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is perfect for facial cleansers, body washes, and baby products. It effectively removes oils and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural moisture, maintaining skin's delicate balance.
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Superior Solubilizing Power: This surfactant excels in integrating essential oils and fragrance ingredients into aqueous solutions, making it indispensable for crafting perfumed skincare and haircare products without the use of harsh solvents.
- Enhanced Foaming Properties: It produces a luxurious, stable foam, enhancing the sensory attributes of personal care products. Its excellent foaming capability is coupled with remarkable stability over a wide pH range, suitable for formulating products from acidic to slightly alkaline.
- Eco-friendly Choice: With an eco-certified status, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside represents an eco-savvy ingredient option that aligns with green chemistry principles. It is 100% biodegradable, supporting the development of sustainable cosmetic products.
- Skin and Hair Conditioning: Apart from its primary surfactant role, it offers conditioning properties that leave skin feeling soft and smooth and hair shiny and manageable. It is also non-irritating, enhancing product appeal to those with sensitive skin.
- Optimal HLB Value: With an HLB value of approximately 12 to 14, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is exceptionally versatile, ideal for emulsifying and stabilizing oil-in-water (O/W) formulations.
Applications
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is versatile for a variety of applications, including:
- Cleansers and Soaps
- Shampoos and Conditioners
- Shower Gels
- Facial Care Products
- Baby Products
- Makeup Removers
Compatibility and Use
It is compatible with all other classes of surfactants and is effective in products formulated at pH levels typically ranging from 4 to 8. It is readily soluble in water and can be incorporated into your formulation either at room temperature or at elevated temperatures, making it a flexible choice for diverse manufacturing processes.
Typical Usage Rate
- As main surfactant: 8.0 - 20.0%
- As co-surfactant: 1.0 - 5.0%
INCI Name(s)
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
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