Bentone Gel® TN V

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Stearalkonium Hectorite (and) Propylene Carbonate. BENTONE GEL® TN V by Elementis is a non-animal origin rheological additive for cosmetics and toiletries. It is a specially prepared dispersion of an organically modified hectorite in C12-15 alkyl benzoate. It offers rheological control and suspension to organic- and silicone-based cosmetics. It is a non-abrasive ingredient which provides thermostable viscosity control of the emulsion's oil phase and improves application properties. It enhances skin-feel by masking greasy or tacky components and imparts a smooth & pleasant residual silky feel to the skin. It offers predictable, reproducible & stable viscosity control, shear-thinning viscosity and excellent suspension of pigments & actives. It helps to control the alignment of special-effect pigments, raises apparent melting point and ensures cost-efficient use of UV filters. It offers emulsion stabilization [w/o and o/w] and can be used as an alternative to traditional polymer or cellulose-based thickeners. It gives a high degree of formulating flexibility. It is suitable for cold process systems. BENTONE GEL® TN V is used in creams & lotions, sun care products, antiperspirants, facial make-up, hair grooming preparations and ointment bases. It is approved under the RSPO mass balance system. The shelf life of this grade is 2 years.