Cosmetics & Personal Care Formulations with Solvents
46 formulations found
Sun Care: Water-resistant Sunscreen Lotion
by Lubrizol
This sunscreen lotion was designed to provide long-lasting UV protection. Both Polyurethane-2 (35% solids)and Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, were used to deliver optimal water-resistant properties. Avobenzone, the newly approved UVA absorber, was included in this formulation. PEG-33 and PEG-8 Dimethicone and PEG-14, a water soluble silicone, was added to improve skin feel and detackify.
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.
Toiletries: Synthetic Liquid Soap
by Croda
This liquid soap displays good foaming and cleansing action due to the
synergistic effect Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate has with the other surfactants in the
formula. PEG-75 Lanolin acts as a superfatting agent to keep skin from drying
out. The ethylene glycol monostearate gives the system a pearly appearance.
Skin Care: Natural Botanicals PEG-free Facial Cleansing Balm by Natural Plant Products
by Natural Plant Products
This Natural Botanicals PEG-free Facial Cleansing Balm is a hot new product format gaining
popularity with Korean brands. It melts onto skin as you rub it in and upon rinsing forms a milky
layer. It imparts conditioned and clean, yet non-greasy skin feel. It contains:
A formulation by Natural Plant Products.
- Meadowfoam Seed Oil™: contributes substantive texture/after feel.
- Daikon Seed Extract: balances any potential greasiness for a smooth feel.
A formulation by Natural Plant Products.
Hair care: Hair Permanent Liquid Hair Color – Blonde HP-193
by Croda
It is well known that color treatment can cause hair to become excessively dry. To combat this problem, this formula includes moisturizers like Hydrolyzed Soy Protein and humectants like Lactamide MEA both of which help replenish the hair's moisture content. PEG-20 Almond Glycerides is an emollient and solubilizer for the dyes, while CocamidopropylamineOxide provides conditioning. Cocoamidopropyl Betaine and Cocamide DEA function as rinsing aids for the dyes.
Hair Care: AquaCera Hair Mould
by Floratech (Cargill)
Florasolvs PEG-150 Hydrogenated Jojoba provides body and hold to the hair in this water-based formula. The Floramac 10 provides slip to the product and helps disperse the mica pearl while Floraesters IPJ provides conditioning and shine to the hair.
Skin care: Baby Shampoo (Amerchol Corporation)
This mild, conditioning shampoo is ideal for babies, toddlers and pre-teens. Its
amphoteric surfactant system provides mild cleansing with good foaming
properties. PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate; Propylene Glycol; Water thickens the system at a relatively low use level, while improving the overall feel of the formulation. Polyquaternium-10 imparts conditioning properties and contributes to the foam feel.
