Zemea (Corn) Propanediol

Functions
Emollient
Humectant
Solvent
Viscosity controlling agent
Preservative booster
Anti-acne

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).

Benefits include its high purity, lack of skin irritation or sensitization, improved humectant, excellent aesthetics, and environmentally sustainable nature. It is currently being used in numerous major hair and skin care brands worldwide.

Zemea® propanediol can be used to replace glycols such as propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol), butylene glycol (1,3-/1,4-butanediol), or glycerin. Depending on your formulation needs, it can function as:

  •     Emollient
  •     Humectant
  •     Solvent
  •     Hand-feel Modifier
  •     Viscosity Enhancer
  •     Botanical Extraction and Dilution
  •     As a carrier for active ingredients
  •     Ingredient for natural esters and ethers
  •     Ingredient in natural preservative systems and anti-acne applications

Ingredients

F.A.Q.

What are the benefits of corn-derived propanediol?

Benefits include:

  •  100% natural - Approved by Ecocert™ and by the Natural Products Association (NPA)
  •  No Skin Irritation or Sensitization
  •  Improved Humectancy
  •  Excellent Sensory Aesthetics
  •  Improved Viscosity-Building
  •  Preservative-free
  •  High Purity (99.8% minimum)
  •  Enhanced Clarity
  •  Excellent Cloud Point
  •  Increased Foaming, if Desired
  •  High Freeze/Thaw, Heat Stability
  •  Antibacterial & Antifungal Properties
  •  Environmentally Sustainable Process (based on LCA)
  •  100% Renewably-sourced Ingredient from Corn Sugar
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References

The Use of Corn-derived Ingredients in Personal Care Applications
Author(s):
Journal:
Handbook of Formulating Dermal Applications: A Definitive Practical Guide. (ISBN:9781119364221; 2016)
DOI:
10.1002/9781119364221
Improved 1,3-propanediol production with hemicellulosic hydrolysates (corn straw) as cosubstrate: Impact of degradation products on Klebsiella pneumoniae growth and 1,3-propanediol fermentation
Author(s):
, , , ,
PMID:
21036601
DOI:
10.1016/j.biortech.2010.09.048
Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function
Author(s):
, ,
PMID:
37699769
DOI:
10.1111/ics.12911
Propanediol (and) Caprylic Acid (and) Xylitol as a New Single Topical Active Ingredient against Acne: In Vitro and In Vivo Efficacy Assays
Author(s):
, , , , ,
PMID:
34771112
DOI:
10.3390/molecules26216704