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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Highlights
- MEADOWLACTONE contains a cyclical lactone ring derived from a 5-hydroxy moiety on the Meadowfoam fatty acid, in a Meadowfoam fatty acid matrix. The lactone ring confers a hydrophilic nature to that terminal end of the molecule while the long fatty acid chain confers lipophilic attributes to the rest of the molecule.
- MEADOWLACTONE has amphoteric properties, since the lactone ring will open and close as a function of pH and the ionic character of the environment.
- MEADOWLACTONE can help provide balanced moisturization, to improve tone, elasticity and help reduce dryness of the skin.
- MEADOWLACTONE can help reduce irritancy caused by some products
- Product Properties
- Provides measureable and meaningful consumer benefits
- Improves appearance of the skin, moisturizing and reducing the appearance of dry skin
- Reduces coefficient of friction on skin and hair
- Helps adjust hydration levels of interstitial spaces and provides skin moisturization and protection benefits
- Contributes to an elegant after-feel
- Improves elegance and texture of products
- Reduces irritancy in products, e.g. hair relaxers and hair dyes
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Recommended Uses & Known Applications
- Hair Shampoo
- Hair Conditioner
- Hair Setting Aid
- Hair Relaxer
- Hair Dye
- Skin Creams and Lotions
- Skin Toning
- Foundation
- Eyeshadow
- Blusher
- Lip and Eye Liners
Properties
- Physical Form
- Soluble in
- Ethanol
- Dispersible in
- Isopropyl alcohol
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Saponification Value 150-200 - - Iodine Number 40-70 - - Acid Number max. 130 mg - Melting Point 30 - 45 °C -
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Product Quality Assurance
Since 1992 the company is a holder of the ISO 9001 / ISO 9002 certificates, which guarantees that all operations are conducted according to the stipulated standards.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Product Sustainability
- MEADOWLACTONE is a raw material approved by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the Ecocert standard for Natural and Organic Cosmetics.
- MEADOWLACTONE is a raw material approved by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the COSMOS Standard.
Packaging & Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
Keep container sealed and store at room temperature.
- Shelf life
MEADOWLACTONE has a shelf life of 2 (two) years from date of manufacture.