Cosmetics & Personal Care Formulations with Solvents

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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.

Hair Care: PEG-Free Shampoo

by Floratech (Cargill)

Floraesters K-20W Jojoba adds conditioning and shine to the hair from the deep cleansing shampoo.

Skin care: Facial Scrub

This formula uses Acrylates/Aminoacrylates/C10-30 Alkyl PEG-20 Itaconate Copolymer to suspend polyethylene beads used for cleansing and scrubbing the face.

Solvents

Category overview

Solvents 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.

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.

Toiletries: After Shave Balm – “Sporty” with AGENAFLO 9050 by AGRANA

by AGRANA

After Shave Balm – 'Sporty' with AGENAFLO 9050 contains:

AGENAFLO 9050 which reduces tackiness and greasiness while giving skin a velvety appearance.
Dow Corning HMW-2220 which imparts rich feel to skin care formulations.
Sympatens PEG-400 which acts as a solubilizer and is suitable for skin care.

A formulation by AGRANA.

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.

Hair Care: Satin Shampoo

by Floratech (Cargill)

This clear, conditioning shampoo adds sheen while the foam's creaminess and volume stand-out. Rinse-out is facilitated in part by the Florasolvs PEG-150 Hydrogentated Jojoba.

Hair Care: Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Styling Spray

by Croda

This styling spray is designed to demonstrate the enhanced curl retention properties of Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein. PEG-60 Almond Glycerides is used here as a plasticizer for the resin.

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.

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.

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