Cosmetics & Personal Care Formulations with Solvents
46 formulations found
Skin care: GENTLE MAKE-UP REMOVER WIPES WITH JOJOBA AQUA SOL PEG-120
by Desert Whale Jojoba (Vantage Specialty Chemicals)
A gentle make up remover wipe containing JOJOBA AQUA SOL to moisturize the skin, while acting
as a mild, non-ionic surfactant. The product leaves the skin feeling clean and refreshed.
Skin Care: Zit Zap! - An Anti-Acne Cream for Oily Skin
by Lubrizol
This formulation demonstrates the use of Acrylates/Acrylamide Copolymer ; Mineral Oil; Polysorbate 85 as a rheology modifier and a primary emulsifier. Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate is utilized as a co-emulsifier to enhance stability and create attractive sensory benefits. The cream leaves a fresh and silky feeling on application with a smooth and soft after-feel.
Solvents
Category overviewSolvents and carriers are typically clear, low-viscosity liquids. They enhance product stability and texture, commonly used in serums, sprays, and emulsions.
Popular INCI ingredients in this segment include Ethanol, Propylene glycol, and Isododecane. Trends lean toward biodegradable and non-irritating carriers. Sub-types include volatile carriers for quick-dry formulas and emollient solvents for hydration. Regulations ensure compatibility with skin and active ingredients.
Skin care: Facial Cleanser
by Croda
A mild, clear foaming cleanser that removes dirt, excess oils and dried sweat
residues. It helps to dissolve and loosen epidermal flakes, thus making their
shedding less perceptible. Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Lauramide DEA and Babassamidopropylamine Oxide in combination provide the excellent thickening and foaming features. Sucrose Cocoate, an emollient nonionic, is beneficial for improved cleansing and improvement of skin feel on rinse off. PEG-75 Lanolin, because of its super fattening properties, helps to counteract the drying effects which are felt on repeated usage of most cleansers.
Hair Care: DEA Free Semi-Permanent Hair Color HP-212-2
by Croda
This semi-permanent hair dye formula can be made using either of the three dye mixes given and demonstrates the use of Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine and PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate; PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides; Water as replacements for DEA in systems of this type. Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine enhances foaming and aids in rinsing the dye from the hair. Optimum viscosity is achieved with PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate; PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides; Water . Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol forms a conditioning network on the hair, improving its moisture retention and giving it better combing and shine properties.
Hair Care: Florasolvs Brilliantly Clear Hair Gel
by Floratech (Cargill)
A brilliant, clear hair gel that provides hold without sacrificing flexibility. The Florasolvs PEG-150 Hydrogenated Jojoba acts as a plasticizer to keep hair flexible while holding it in place. This clear gel uses Floraesters K-20W Jojoba for two reasons: to impart shine, conditioning, and a degree of water resistance; and to act as the neutralizer for the polymer system, thus forming a clear gel without the need for synthetic amines or metal hydroxides.
Baby Care: PEG-Free Emulsion for Baby Wipe
by Lubrizol
This easy-to-formulate, PEG-Free emulsion is a starting point formula for baby wipes. Glucate™ DO Emulsifier, a vegetable-derived emulsifier, is combined with Pemulen™ TR-2 Polymer and Coco-Glucoside to afford efficient co-stabilization in a simple cold process. Schercemol™ 1818 Ester, also derived from vegetable sources, provides emolliency and a soft afterfeel to this emulsion for gentle, yet effective cleansing wipes.
