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.
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).
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.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate is a triglyceryl diester of isostearic acid. It is an unusually substantive, clear, odor-free, occlusive emollient that provides excellent inorganic pigment-dispersing properties in color cosmetics.
Glyceryl Hydroxystearate is an off-white waxy solid that functions principally as an auxiliary emulsifier in personal care preparations. Its waxlike properties approach those of beeswax. It has an HLB value of 3.4.
PEG-6 Propylene Glycol Caprylate/Caprate (Polyoxyethylene 6 Propylene Glycol Esters) is a blend of ethoxylated propylene glycol mono esters of caprylic and capric acids.
Glyceryl oleate (also known as glyceryl monooleate) is an ester of glycerin and oleic acid, in skincare formulas, acts as a skin lipid layer enhancer. It restores lost lipids to the skin and keeps hair from drying out.
