Glyceryl Caprylate is a monoglyceride, a monoester of caprylic acid with glycerin. Monoglycerides exhibit antimicrobial properties and are widely used as preservative busters in personal care formulations, providing additional benefits.
EcoCertified Glyceryl Caprylate is vegetable origin, non-petrochemical; natural fatty acids from pure, renewable resources provide broad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeast, and mold. It also exhibits natural emollient properties and provides additional refatting and moisturization.
Studies have shown that the antimicrobial efficacy of glyceryl caprylate depends on the formulation pH; under acidic conditions, it is more active against mold and bacteria, suggesting it as a potential acne treatment and preservative for cosmetic applications.
Glyceryl Monocaprylate has also been tested as a premiation enhancer for pharmaceutical and cosmetic active ingredients and has shown promising results, improving absorption and penetration rates. It is a safe and effective ingredient for topical personal care applications; however, there are reports of skin sensitization and allergic reactions with subclinical manifestations.
Glyceryl Undecylenate is a monoester glycerin and undecylenic acid (C11 acid) natural and multifunctional (emollient, co-emulsifier, and moisturizer) ingredient for preservative-free or self-preserving skincare formulas.
Lecithin is a mix of phospholipids, a miracle serum that leaves your hair smooth and healthy. This structure-forming component helps repair dry hair. It infuses your hair with moisture and restores its natural barrier.
Sorbitan Caprylate is a preservative booster derived from renewable raw materials. It is a sustainable ingredient that assists the efficacy of preserving agents.
Zemea® propanediol is a skin-friendly, natural, and petroleum-free glycol alternative for cosmetics and personal care formulations. A corn-derived natural ingredient approved by Ecocert™ and the Natural Products Association (NPA).
Approved by FDA as a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) ingredient, Sodium Benzoate is well-known, globally trusted, and remarkably effective preservative for skin, eye, lip, and hair care products.
Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid (EFA). EFAs are fundamental constituents of bio-membranes and precursors of biological substances such as prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and hydroxylated fatty acids.
Oleth-3 is an ethoxylated oleyl alcohol with three moles of ethylene oxide. It is an off-white, hazy liquid with a mild, characteristic odor (virtually odorless).
Butylene Glycol (1,3-butanediol) is organic alcohol (diol - contains two hydroxy groups) derived from natural renewable raw materials, a multifunctional ingredient included in formulas as a humectant, carrier, antiseptic, solvent, humectant, preservative booster, and emollient.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate is an emollient ester derived from isostearic acid that leaves a cushion feel with excellent spreadability and pigment-wetting ability.
