Cosmetics & Personal Care Formulations with Humectants
56 formulations found
Skin Care: Fast Absorbing Facial Moisturizing Cream
by Lubrizol
Novemer™ EC-2 Polymer offers excellent viscosity building, emulsion stabilization, and sensory modification to this moisturizer which is emulsified by naturally derived Glucate™ SS and Glucamate™ SSE-20 Emulsifiers. Glucam™ E-10 Humectant enhances humectancy and reduces the sticky feel of glycerin in the formulation. The proper combination of Schercemol™ DISM, SHS and CO Esters provides elegant emolliency with enhanced skin hydration as well as a cascading sensory experience to this fast absorbing moisturizing cream.
Toiletries: Lemon Curd Shower Cream
by Lubrizol
Carbopol® Ultrez 20 Polymer thickens this very low surfactant cleansing system effectively, while providing excellent stabilization of nourishing olive oil. This low pH cleanser is paraben-free and preserved using organic acids. Glucam™ E-20 Humectant retains moisture on the skin and Merquat™ 3330PR Polymer provides conditioning to skin, leaving it feeling soft and silky.
Sun Care: Extreme Exposure Water-Resistant Sunscreen (SPF 35)
by Lubrizol
Avalure™ UR-450 Polymer provides breathable water resistant property to this very water-resistant, easy-to-apply sunscreen which is ideal for people who partake in water sports or activities that require long exposure under the sun. This high SPF formulation with UVA and UVB protection is emulsified by the combination of vegetable derived emulsifiers: Glucamate™ SSE-20 Emulsifier, Glucate™ SS Emulsifier and Promulgen™ D Nonionic Emulsifier. It also contains light emollient Schercemol™ DIS Ester to improve the sensory of the formulation containing high levels of organic UV filters. It also contains Glucam™ E-20 Humectant to maintain skin moisture.
Humectants
Category overviewHumectants are available as clear viscous liquids or crystalline solids that attract moisture to the skin, preventing dehydration. They are widely used in serums, creams, and hair care for lasting hydration and improved spreadability.
Popular INCI ingredients in this segment include Glycerin and Sodium PCA. Regulatory focus includes purity and microbial stability in water-rich formulations. Subtypes include sugar-derived humectants for natural appeal and polyol-based options for enhanced hydration.
Sun Care: Daily Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion (SPF 30)
by Lubrizol
It is formulated to minimize the irritation caused by excessive use of emulsifiers in suncare formulations. The combination of Pemulen™ TR-2 Polymeric Emulsifier and Glucamate™ SSE-20 Emulsifier provides excellent stability to this low viscosity sprayable sunscreen lotion. Pemulen™ TR-2 Polymeric Emulsifier also offers water-resistant properties to this formulation. Schercemol™ DIS Ester provides light emolliency and improves the compatibility of the formulation to the skin sebum. Hydramol™ PGPD Ester enhances the moisturizing property of the formulation through its humectancy and emolliency. Algae extract calms the skin and minimizes skin redness due to sun exposure.
Skin care: Oil-Free Makeup Remover
Crystal-clear solution designed to remove eye makeup without leaving an oily
residue. Glucamate SSE-20 and Glucamate DOE-120 and the surfactant work
gently to dissolve makeup. Glucam P-10, a water soluble emollient, and
BIOCARE™ Polymer BHA-10, a substantive humectant, leave the delicate tissue
around the eye moisturized and conditioned. Suitable to use with pads.
Sun Care\Baby Care: Splash & Play Conditioning Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
by Lubrizol
This luxurious, very water resistant sunscreen allows to splash and play as it absorbs quickly into the skin. A water resistant mix of UV absorbers with an SPF of 30+ protects your skin while an emollient, ester and cationic conditioner package pampers your skin. Glucam™ E-20 Humectant helps to maintain proper skin moisture and softness and Schercemol™ NGDO Ester provides the skin with a light, sensory afterfeel. The exotic mix of ingredients in this elegant low pH cationic cream is stabilized by Carbopol® Aqua CC Polymer, the premier cationic compatible rheology modifier for low pH applications. In this formula, Carbopol® Aqua CC Polymer also provides film-forming properties, an SPF boost, and improved water resistance.
Skin Care: Ultra Mild Economical Kiwi Facial Wash
by Lubrizol
This facial cleanser with refreshing kiwi extract has very low surfactant content without forfeiting formula thickness. Carbopol® Aqua SF-1 Polymer provides good suspension to exfoliating jojoba ester beads that will help nourish skin. Novethix™ L-10 Polymer effectively thickens the mild cleansing system. Glucam™ E-20 Humectant gently moisturizes skin, leaving a pleasant afterfeel.
