Cosmetics & Personal Care Formulations with Smoothing Agents

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Toiletries: Smooth Antiperspirant Roll-On

STRUCTURE® XL starch provides thickening effect in this high salt system at low pH.

Toiletries: Mysterious Powder-to-Foam by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics

by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics (Clariant)

Mysterious Powder-to-Foam metamorphoses into a nice unctuous foam revealing its exfoliating particles. It is an active powder containing Matipure™ Oil Free which bypasses the problematic of introducing liquid active ingredients in anhydrous products. It is used to recover baby skin by offering smoothing effect and protective action. It is cold processed, oil-, paraben- and preservative-free. A formulation by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics.

Skin Care: B.Smooth Body Lotion

The elegant and attractive texture of this smoothing body lotion is promoted by STRUCTURE® CEL 500 HM rheology modifier. This naturally derived polymer imparts a surprising rheology to emulsions, even at low use levels, allowing the creation of rich, shiny and distinct textures that are able to please even the most picky consumer.

Smoothing Agents

Category overview

Smoothing agents appear as lightweight serums, creams, or silicone-based fluids with a silky texture. They work by filling in surface irregularities, reducing roughness, and enhancing softness. They are ideal for hair serums, primers, and anti-frizz treatments.

Popular INCI ingredients in this segment include Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, and Hydrolyzed Silk. Trends show these agents are now paired with botanical extracts or hydration-boosting ingredients. Some silicones may have regulatory restrictions in rinse-off products.

Toiletries: Smoothing Salt and Sugar Scrub

by Floratech (Cargill)

This cleansing scrub formula works well as a body polisher or as a moderate hand scrub. Florabeads Jojoba, sugar crystals, and salt crystals all provide gentle scrubbing action. The Florabeads Jojoba leaves a residual emolliency on the skin and Floraesters IPJ leaves an unmistakable silky smooth feeling.

Hair Care: Sleek and Smooth Hair Conditioner by P2 Science

by P2 Science

This Sleek and Smooth Hair Conditioner contains Citropol® 1A which provides lubricating properties to skin and hair care formulations when used at 1% or above, resulting in a silky sensory feel. It is a direct replacement of dimethicone.

A formulation by P2 Science.

Skin Care: Glow On by Dow

by DowDuPont (Dow)

Glow On is a daily Moisturizer and contains:

EcoSmooth™ Delight Polymer - Sensorial modifier enabling -Cushioned, smooth, non-greasy feel.
UCON™ 75-H-450 Fluid - For smooth, light feel.
NEOLONE™ PH 100 Preservative

A formulation by Dow.

Skin Care: Smooth Moisturizing Body Cream

STRUCTURE® XL starch provides stability, body, and a smooth feel to this moisturizing cream.

Skin Care: Smooth Face Illuminator – “Natural Radiance” by Eckart

by Eckart

This Smooth Face Illuminator – 'Natural Radiance' is an o/w emulsion. It provides a light feeling texture, illuminating shimmer and moisturizing effect. It features:

Syncrystal® Soft Ivory: which supports natural and healthy looking skin with homogeneous radiance effect on the complete face without being too shiny. The neutral nude color tone of the powder is suitable for medium skin tone.

Optigel® CK XR: which improves the stability of the formula through thickening and stabilizing effects. Furthermore, leads the specific rheology behavior to an excellent application.

A formulation by Eckart.

Toiletries:Shower & bath:Smoothing body wash

This body wash formulations uses Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate to delivery a rich, creamy product that provides a smooth skin feel. This body wash formulation takes advantage of the synergistic thickening effect that Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate starch has when combined with Acrylates/Aminoacrylates/C10-30 Alkyl PEG-20 Itaconate Copolymer

Skin Care: Shea Innovations Smooth and Shine Lip Treatment by AAK

by AAK

This Shea Innovations Smooth and Shine Lip Treatment is a beautifully simple formula. Designed to soothe, soften and enhance the appearance of the lips, this balm can be used as both a day treatment and an overnight conditioning mask. Its rich, creamy texture adheres brilliantly to the lips and leaves them with a natural, healthy sheen. It features:

LIPEX® L'sens™: which is a unique combination of soybean glycerides and shea butter unsaponifiables with softening, moisturizing and light-reflecting properties. It is present in high concentration.

A formulation by AAK.

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