Universal Conditioning Agent from Evonik

• Silicone Quaternium-22 (trade name: Abil T Quat 60) from Evonik represents a universally applicable conditioning agent with outstanding conditioning features such as easy detangling, smooth wet comb and superior feel, according to the company.

Verified by a new study performed with TRI/Princeton, Silicone Quaternium-22 also provides efficient protection against hair fiber breakage. It is effective in both conditioner and shampoo formulations. With its additional benefits like superior skin feel and good foam properties as well as excellent processability, strong reduction of combing forces, heat protection properties and improved color wash-fastness of dyed hair, Silicone Quaternium-22 is a premium, easy-to-use conditioning agent.

More info: www.evonik.com

Silicone SystemDelivers Sensorial Edge

• A pioneer in the field of silicones for personal care products, Shin-Etsu Silicones of America has recently developed a new generation of cosmetic silicone system products that collectively, and independently, offer formulators distinct characteristics that deliver key stability, functionality and sensory advantages based on their application for a wide variety of cosmetic products, according to the company.

The system is comprised of KSG-360Z silicone gel emulsifier, KSP-441 hybrid silicone powder and DMF-2 high purity, low residual dimethicone fluid. Each product in the system also provides an effective, quality alternative to D5 siloxanes and D5 derivative materials. Whereas the collective products in the system work well together−each product offers independent performance property and sensory benefits, including:

KSG-360Z: This series’ crosslinked elastomer silicone gels are emulsifying agents with an excellent, smooth-skin feel that can be used to produce unique water-in-silicone and water-in-oil products. The products are viscous gels utilizing dimethicone, volatile silicone or isododecane as the diluent. They function as unique emulsifiers with broad compatibility.

KSP-441: Specifically developed for achieving high absorption of organic oils, the KSP-441 is a unique hybrid silicone powder consisting of a silicone rubber core with a silicone resin shell. This unique combination offers both the flexibility of silicone rubber and the lubricity of silicone resin.

DMF-2: Designed specifically to provide cosmetic formulators with an effective, quality alternative to D5 siloxanes and D5 derivative materials, Shin-Etsu’s DM-Fluid-2cs (DMF-2) is a high purity, low residual dimethicone fluid. It delivers an enhanced sensory cosmetic solution for many applications, according to the company.

For more detailed information on KSG-360Z/KSP-441/DMF-2, contact:[email protected]

Silicone TechnologyHelps Save Water

• A new silicone technology for laundry fabric softeners can reduce the amount of water by half that it takes to rinse away remaining detergent in fabric. When used in rinse cycle fabric softeners, Dow Corning AC-8066 Antifoam substantially reduces or eliminates foam after the first rinse, while making the rinsing process more convenient and faster for the consumer.

The silicone-based Dow Corning AC 8066 Antifoam dispersion destabilizes and collapses the bubbles that cause the foam generated during the rinse process when hand washing or in semi-automatic machines. This can help reduce the amount of time and water needed to rinse the fabric of remaining detergent.

“Availability of fresh water is a global growing concern, particularly in developing countries, where laundry is a daily, water-intensive activity,” said Dow Corning Household Care global marketing manager Yan Cortes, about the technology.

More info: www.dowcorning.com

A New Addition to Croda’sSolaveil SpeXtra Range

• Croda is launching a new water-based variant to its Solaveil SpeXtra range of titanium dioxide (TiO2) dispersions. Like other products in the range, Solaveil XT-40W offers unprecedented broad-spectrum UV protection, according to the company. This enables the formulator to make globally-approved, high SPF sunscreen products that conform to EU guidelines for UVA protection (UVAPF at least 1/3 of SPF), using this single active ingredient.

Solaveil XT-40W’s aqueous base delivers formulation flexibility and the freedom to formulate light and spreadable o/w emulsions. With TiO2 in the water phase of the emulsion, Solaveil XT-40W is also ideal for organic sunscreens.Its natural composition and Ecocert validation ensures its credibility for use in green formulations. Solaveil XT-40W uses the novel Solaveil SpeXtra technology, which won The Best New Technology Award at In-Cosmetics.

More info: www.croda.com

Independent ChemicalCorporation IntroducesVariety Of New Products

• Independent Chemical Corporation of Glendale, NY recently rolled out an assortment of new ingredients. The products were placed on behalf of Vevy Europe, according to the company.

Keresine is ideal for skin care emulsions, gels, face and neck preparation as well as night treatments.

Its INCI is Prunus avium (cherry) extract with suggested use levels of 2-5%. A natural source of malic acid to provide mild exfoliation,this ingredient improves the skin’s moisture and reduces fine wrinkles, according to the company. It is globallyapproved. Trioxene LV significantly decreases lipid peroxides, said the company. Its INCI is isodecyl citrate with suggested use levels of 2-70%. Applications include as an active in skin care emulsions or lipidic systems, antiaging that inhibits the oxidative breakdown of biomembrane polyunsaturated fatty acids and free radicals scavenger. As an excipient, it is easily incorporated in formulations for topical use as a substitute of oleochemicals with film-forming capacity that confers emolliency and helps in preventing skin dehydration.

Salycuminol is a Vevy patented conjugate from the natural extracts of wintergreen, cumin, caraway and sweet birch. Its INCI isisobenzylsalicylate and isodecylsalicylate with a suggested use level of 0.3-1.3%. It is a topical non-systemic anti-inflammatory with anti-lipoperoxidant and keratoplastic activity at the epidermal level.Salycuminolis soluble in lipidic systems.

Isostearene is a liquid ester for use in all types of cosmetics, including o/w and w/o emulsions as a replacement for the common isopropylic esters to reduce irritation while maintaining a smooth and luxurious feel. Its INCI is isodecyl laurate with a suggested use level of 3-30%. According to the company, the isodecyl chain maintains excellent stability in the skin as compared to the light isopropylic esters which break down into irritant radicals.

More info: www.independentchemical.com

Skin Care Ingredient News From Indena

• Indena rolled out Xilogel, a tamarind polysaccaryde extremely well characterized with a molecular weight of 650.000D. Having a structure similar to hyaluronic acid and the capacity to complex water, it is the ideal candidate for deep hydration products, according to the company.

Another newly presented product is Omegablue, a bilberry seed oil obtained by clean CO2 extraction from the small bilberry seeds. The total fatty acids content is over 80%, having a unique balanced ratio of polyunsaturated omega-6/omega-3 fatty acids. The major components are linoleic and alpha linolenic acid. Linoleic acid isinvolved in the mechanism of cutaneous hydration, exerting a plastic-structural role for the skin, whereas alpha linolenic acid has a major anti-inflammatory component.

The naturalness of Omegablue, its uniqueness in terms of fatty acids composition, its restructuring functions on skin and hair and a pleasant sensorial feel qualify Omegablue as an innovative cosmetic active ingredient for skin and hair care.

More info: [email protected], www.indena.com