Products in Personal Care: Surfactant

STEROL LG/492 is a hydrophilic emollient and refatting agent to for hair and skin, with solubilizing properties for lipophilic substances. It is clearly soluble in aqueous surfactant solutions. It is ideal as a superfatting agent in shampoos, shower and bath preparations, skin and facial cleansers, liquid soaps. Physical form: liquid, 100%

TEGO® Betain 810 MB is a very mild, amphoteric surfactant with very low mucous membrane irritation. It provides high foam volume and pleasant lather properties in presence of anionic surfactants. Free of preservatives.

Plantaren® 1200 N is a natural and highly versatile nonionic surfactant that enhances the performance of shampoos, shower gels, and bubble bath formulations. it helps improve viscosity and foam properties of non-sulfate based surfactant systems. This mild surfactant is compatible with all other surfactant classes, including cationic ingredients and is readily biodegradable, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a sustainable personal care solution.

Plantapon® LGC Sorb is an anionic surfactant that combines the characteristic mildness of APG® with excellent foaming and sensory properties, making it especially suitable for use in mild rinse-off applications. Applications for this product include body wash, face wash, liquid hand soap, shampoo, baby care, and sensitive skin care. This product has an active matter of 28.5-34.0%, a pH value of 5.5-6.5%, and a water content of 62.0-67.0%.

Plantapon® LGC Sorb NA is an anionic surfactant that combines the characteristic mildness of APG® with excellent foaming and sensory properties, making it especially suitable for use in mild rinse-off applications. Applications for this product include body wash, face wash, liquid hand soap, shampoo, baby care, sensitive skin care and wipes. This product has an active matter of 28.5-34.0%, a pH value of 5.5-6.5%, and a water content of 62.0-67.0%.

Sulfopon® 1216 G is a sodium coco-sulfate that has convenient handling, good storage stability and flowability, high bulk density, and good detergency. It is suited as a basic surfactant in cosmetic cleansing preparations such as shampoos, shower gels, and bath preparations.

Pluracare® 1307 is a versatile oil-in-water emulsifier, supplied in prill form, that can be used in a wide range of personal care products. It is particularly recommended for use in antiperspirant and deodorant formulations, where it provides excellent emulsion stability.

Plantapon® ACG 50 is a gentle anionic co-surfactant for enhanced body, hair, and oral cleansing applications. It is 100% naturally derived and biodegradable, being made from natural-origin amino acids and vegetable-based fatty acids. Plantapon® ACG 50 is gentle to skin and eyes and has good foaming properties. It is suitable for modern alternative surfactant systems.

Dehyquart® S18 NA is a surfactant that is used for manufacturing hair care products, specifically hair conditioners. Because of its cationic nature at acidic pH levels, Dehyquart S18 NA has a positive impact on the wet and dry combability of hair.

Gluadin® WQ PP is hydrolyzed wheat protein suitable as a conditioning agent in hair care and surfactant preparations. GLUADIN® WQ PP finds application in after-sun, body, color & face care, conditioning, liquid soaps, shampoos, and styling products. It is also used in baby care and cleansing, face cleansing, personal care wipes, and shower/bath formulations.

Plantaren® 1300 N is a high-active nonionic surfactant that contains no solvents or hydrotypes. It is recommended as a co-surfactant in shampoos, shower gels, and bubble bath formulations where mildness is required. It is compatible with all other classes of surfactants and exhibits excellent biodegradability. When used in conjunction with difficult-to-thicken surfactants, such as sulfosuccinates, it enhances viscosity build-up and increases foam in low-foaming formulations. Furthermore, Plantaren® 1300 N enhances the deposition of cationic polymers from shampoo formulations, which can improve the conditioning effect.

Pluracare® L 64 G is a block copolymer of ethylene glycol and propylene glycol that is used as an emulsifier in a wide variety of areas, from cosmetics to oral care products. It has a cloud point of 58-62°C, an average molecular weight of approx. 2,900, and a viscosity of approx. 850 mPas. This block copolymer is anhydrous and non-corrosive. Therefore, mild steel can be used for storage tanks, piping and conventional process equipment.

Texapon® K-30 UP is an anionic surfactant that appears as a slightly yellow liquid to slightly pasty substance with a concentration of approximately 29%. It has the ability to generate a very high initial foam and does not contain any preservatives. It is commonly used in the formulation of shampoos, shower and bath preparations, and skin cleansers.

Pluracare® E 400 NF PEG-FLEX has guaranteed low 1,4-dioxane levels to support formulators in meeting new regulatory limits. Pluracare® E 400 NF PEG-FLEX is a homopolymer of ethylene oxide and is especially suited for the demands of the cosmetics industry. It is a water-soluble polyether alcohol that can be employed as a solubilizer and viscosity control agent in a variety of applications.

BASF Lamepon S UP is a co-surfactant that is suitable for mild showers and foam baths, as well as shampoos and body cleansers. This ingredient is primarily composed of animal-derived proteins and anionic surfactants, specifically protein fatty acid condensate. It appears as a clear, light-yellow liquid with some mild inherent oil.

Plantacare® 1200 UP is a nonionic surfactant with good dermatological compatibility and viscosity-enhancing effects. It is therefore suitable for use as an additive or a co-surfactant in cosmetic surfactant cleansing preparations. It is a cloudy, viscous, aqueous solution of a C12 - C16 fatty alcohol polyglycolide.

Plantapon® SUS is an anionic surfactant for cosmetic cleansing preparations, such as shower and bath products, liquid soaps, and facial cleansers. It is composed of disodium C12-18 alkyl sulfosuccinate and appears as a white to light yellowish powder with a characteristic odor.

Plantapon® AF is a surfactant composition blend that is ideal for use in the preparation of bath and shower oils, as well as water-free body cleansing products. This ingredient has lipid layer enhancing properties. Plantapon® AF provides a range of benefits for skin care, including moisturization, particularly appealing for those with sensitive skin.

Jordapon® SCI is a very high-activity, solid sodium cocoyl isethionate. It is used in syndet bars, combo bars, liquid soaps, facial cleansers, body cleansers, and shampoos. It has high foaming performance, extreme mildness, as well as soft and silky skin after-feel characteristics.

Plantapon® PSC Benz is a mild surfactant with very good foaming properties. It is a mixture of C8-16 fatty alcohol glucoside, disodium C12-18 alkyl sulfosuccinate, and glycerin. The product appears as a clear, slightly yellowish liquid with a characteristic odor.

Texapon® SFA UP Powder is an innovative, very mild anionic surfactant suitable for solid, zero-waste rinse-off products and solutions not containing EO. Texapon SFA UP Powder is RSPO mass balanced and 100% natural origin according to ISO 16128. It provides excellent conditioning on hair, great skin compatibility, and a rich and creamy foam.

Plantacare® 2000 UP is a non-ionic surfactant made from 100% renewable, plant-derived feedstocks and is RSPO-MB certified sustainable. This product has first-rate environmental and skin compatibility profiles which help in creating perfect synergy of mildness, foam performance and effective cleansing.

Pluracare® F 127 NF Prill is a copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide and has the general functionality of surfactants, emulsifiers, solubilizers and stabilizers in preparations where the quality of poloxamer may be required. This product has an average molecular weight of 12,600, a viscosity of 3,100 cP, and a pour/melt point of 56°C.

Dehyton® PK 45 is an amphoteric surfactant that is suitable for universal application in cosmetic and pharmaceutical surfactant preparations. When combined with anionic surfactants, synergistic effects are achieved, resulting in a dermatological improvement of the consumer product. Its application properties are comparable to those of conventional cocamidopropyl betaine types.

Plantacare® 818 UP is a mild, non-ionic surfactant that is suitable for use as a base surfactant or co-surfactant in cosmetic cleansing preparations. It is a cloudy, viscous aqueous solution of a C8-C16 fatty alcohol glycoside. Applications include skin care, hair care, and oral care.

Plantapon® LC 7 is an anionic surfactant that is suitable for use in a range of personal care cleansing products, including mild shampoos, shower and bath preparations, facial washes, and cleansing wipes. It is particularly well-suited for use in formulations intended for skin care and hair care.

Dehyquart® F 75 T is a quaternary compound of conditioning and emulsifying ingredients. This product is suited for the preparation of hair conditioning creams and emulsions. Its typical application concentrations are 2 - 5%. Due to the high content of quaternary ammonium salt, the addition of further consistency giving factors like, e.g., Lanette® O, is recommended. Dehyquart® F 75 T is a white to yellowish wax-like product that is supplied in pellets. It has a cationic surfactant (MW 800) of 65 - 72%, an acid value of 5 - 12, a pH value (5%) of 2.0 - 3.5, and a color gardner of 0 - 4. The most favorable conditioning and stability properties are obtained in a pH range of 3 - 5.

Plantapon® SF NA is a mild, surfactant-based alternative to sulfate-based surfactants, particularly for baby cleansing concepts. It has superior foam behavior compared to other market benchmarks containing SLES alternatives. It is EO-free and alkyl sulfate free, making it suitable for the formulation of alternative shampoos, showers, and baths.

Dehyquart® A CA is a cationic surfactant commonly used as a conditioning agent in hair conditioning creams and emulsions. It appears as a clear liquid with characteristic inherent odor and is used as a hair conditioner and for hair coloring and shampooing.

Pluracare® E 400 is a versatile personal care ingredient with an average molecular weight of 400. As a homopolymer of ethylene oxide, it serves as a nonionic surfactant, solubilizer, and viscosity control agent. Its applications range from skincare to haircare, providing excellent performance in various formulations.

Pluracare® F127 NF Prill FLEX has guaranteed low 1,4-dioxane levels to support formulators in meeting new regulatory limits. Pluracare® F127 NF Prill FLEX is a block co-polymer with an average molecular weight consists of propylene oxide and ethylene oxide. It is used as a thickener, gelling agent, co-emulsifier and bodying agent in toothpastes, mouthwashes, creams and liquid emulsions.

Dehydol® LS 4 Deo N is a laureth-4 polymer used as a nonionic emulsifier, suited for the preparation of cosmetic oils and cream baths. It is clear to light turbid in appearance and has a standard odor. It is suitable for use in skin care cleansers, hair care shampoos and conditioners, bath and body products, and other personal care products.

Pluracare® F 108 NF Prill is a copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide and has general functionality of surfactants, emulsifiers, solubilizers and stabilizers in preparations where the quality of poloxamer may be required. This product has an average molecular weight of 14,600, a viscosity of 2,800 cP, and a pour/melt point of 57°C.

Plantacare® 810 UP is a nonionic surfactant with excellent solubilizing properties, making it ideal for use in a range of cosmetic cleansing preparations. It is commonly used in personal care products such as shower gels, shampoos, and mouthwashes. Plantacare® 810 UP is well-suited for use in formulations intended for skin care, hair care, and oral care, making it a versatile ingredient in the cosmetics industry.

Arlypon® F is a thickener in cosmetic surfactant preparations, such as shampoos, shower gels and foam baths. It can be used as an alternative to fatty acid alkanolamides. This product is suitable for use in Skin Care, Cleanser, Mother and baby, Hair care, Shampoo and Conditioner, Hair color, Bath and Body, Face Care.

Pluracare® E 600 NF PEG-FLEX has guaranteed low 1,4-dioxane levels to support formulators in meeting new regulatory limits. Pluracare® E 600 NF PEG-FLEX is a homopolymer of ethylene oxide and is especially suited for the demands of the cosmetics industry. It is a water-soluble polyether alcohol that can be employed as a solubilizer and viscosity control agent in a variety of applications.