CETEARETH-12 Nonionic emulsifier for O/W emulsions.
CETEARETH-20 ýNonionic emulsifier for O/W emulsions, especially lotions.ý
CETEARETH-25 Nonionic emulsifier for O/W emulsions.
CETEARETH-30 ýNonionic emulsifier for O/W emulsions, especially lotions.ý
CETEARYL ALCOHOL ýMixture of higher saturated fatty alcohols, chiefly cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Base product and consistency medium for emulsions and hair conditioning
treatments.ý
CETEARYL ISONONANOATE Liquid fatty compound ester derived from cetearyl alcohol and isononanic
acid (branched-chain acid). Adjusted uropygial gland oil of waterfowl. Same
properties as cetearyl octanoate.
CETEARYL OCTANOATE ýLiquid fatty compound mixture of alkyl-branched fatty acid esters. Adjusted
uropygial gland oil of waterfowl. Spreads easily, improves the water vapor
permeability of emulsions, makes skin soft, smooth and supple.ý
CETETH-20 Nonionic emulsifier.
CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE ýQuaternary ammonium compound of cetyl amine. Cationic surfactant,
frothing agent, conditioning substance which binds onto the hairýs surface.ý
CETYL ACETATE Ester prepared from acetic acid and cetyl alcohol. Consistency medium in
emulsions and stick products.
CETYL ALCOHOL C16 fatty alcohol (palmityl alcohol).
CETYL DIMETHICONE Alkyl silicone with good spreading properties on the skin. It improves the
solubility of UV filters and increases the light protection factor.
CETYL LACTATE Ester prepared from cetyl alcohol and lactic acid. Used as a fatty component
with slightly hydrophilic character. Increases the lustre of hair care products.
CETYL PALMITATE ýEster prepared from saturated, long-chain fatty alcohols with fatty acids, chiefly
palmitic acid cetyl ester. Chemically, corresponds to spermaceti and is very
suitable as an oily component and consistency factor for cosmetic and
pharmaceutical preparations in emulsion form, and for make-up and stick products.ý
CETYL RICINOLEATE Cetyl alcohol ester of ricinoleic acid. Amber-coloured paste with weak
characteristic odour used primarily as an oily component in lipsticks because
it improves spreading capacity and gloss.
CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA ýCamomile flower extract and camomile oil contain ethereal oils and especially
alpha bisabolol and azulene. They have anti-inflammatory, soothing and
disinfecting properties. Camomile is an age-old household remedy for treating
various diseases, especially of the skin. For plant hair colourants the valuable
colouring ingredients are obtained from the delicate flower-heads. Gives
warm, light shades of blond.ý
CHITOSAN ýNatural polymer obtained from the shells of (sea) crustaceans. Film-forming
agent: improves the hairýs structure, protects it against outside influences
such as humidity and makes it naturally resistant and elastic.ý
CHITOSAN FORMATE Soluble chitosan salt.
CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE Microbicidal active substance with low toxicity and good dermatological
compatibility. Used as a preservative in emulsions and aqueous-alcoholic
solutions also as an antiseptic ingredient in oral hygiene products.
CHOLESTEROL ýCholesterol is a natural substance occurring in the human body, e.g. in the
brain, in nerve tissues, in the spinal cord and in the skin. Furthermore, high
quantities of cholesterol are found in egg yolk and in wool fat, from which it is
produced commercially. Used in cosmetic products, especially as a W/O
emulsifier and as an emulsion stabiliser.ý
CINCHONA Cinchona extracts are chiefly used in hair tonics to stimulate the scalp and to
control oiliness of the scalp. An age-old natural medicine in China. Still used
today as a specific in malaria (quinine).
CITRIC ACID ýOrganic acid occurring widely in the plant kingdom, has a significant astringent
effect. Often used in combination with salts of citric acid as a pH regulator.ý
CITRUS DULCIS Fruit wax obtained from orange peel.
CITRUS NOBILIS ýMandarine extract. Contains saponins, vitamins, proteins and flavonoids.ý
CLIMBAZOLE Combats bacteria and fungi on the scalp. Highly effective anti-dandruff ingredient.
COCAMIDE DEA ýCoconut oil acid diethanolamide. Small quantities are used as a consistency
regulator and foam stabiliser in shampoos, foam baths and shower bath
products.ý
COCAMIDE MEA ýCoconut oil acid monoethanolamide. Small quantities are used as a consistency
regulator and foam stabiliser in shampoos, foam bath and shower products.ý
COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE Amphoteric detergent with betaine structure on the basis of coconut oil.
Improves the dermatological and mucosal compatibility and lathering properties
of anionic surfactants and is therefore used in shampoos as a co-surfactant
with ether sulfates. Readily biodegradable.
COCAMIDOPROPYL Amphoteric detergent with betaine structure. High dermatological and mucosal
HYDROXYSULTAINE compatibility. Used as a surfactant and co-surfactant in hair cleansing and
conditioning products.
COCETH-10 Alkyl polyglycol ether on the basis of coconut oil alcohol: used in perm lotions
as an emulsifier for perfume oils.
COCOAMPHODIACETATE ýAmphoteric surfactant on the basis of coconut imidazoline, which has
extremely high dermatological and mucosal compatibility. Used mostly in
combination with anionic or nonionic surfactants in mild skin cleansers, e.g.
baby shampoos and syndet bars.ý
COCO BETAINE ýCoconut alkyl dimethylammonium betaine: amphoteric surfactant, acts as a
conditioning substance in acid perm fixatives.ý
COCODIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL Cationic hydrolized keratin. Gives hair bounce and elasticity. Improves curling
HYDROLYZED KERATIN results.
COCO GLUCOSIDE Non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier of the group of alkylpolyglucosides
obtained exclusively from starch and coconut oil and thus really environment-friendly.
These substances are completely biodegradable. They are used as
co-surfactants in particularly mild shampoos and shower gels and also as
non-ionic surfactants.
COCOS NUCIFERA ýCoconut oil. Soft, white to slightly yellow oil smelling of coconut, obtained
from the seeds of the coconut palm. It consists of triglycerides of coconut oil
fatty acids, especially lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, caprylic acid,
capric acid, oleic acid and stearic acid. Owing to its high content of lauric acid
it is a good raw material for producing surfactants and emulsifiers for body
care products.ý
COLLAGEN ýFibrillar, high molecular structural protein, chief constituent of connective tissue
fibrils, especially in the dermis. Young connective tissue mainly contains
unlinked, flexible collagen. This ýýsolubleýý collagen has a high moisture-binding
capacity and is responsible for the elasticity of young skin. With increasing
age, and especially under the influence of sunshine, cross-linking between
the collagen fibres increases, resulting in ýýinsolubleýý collagen which greatly
reduces the elasticity of the connective tissues. Soluble, native collagen,
mainly obtained from the skin of young cattle, is added to skin care products
in order to increase the elasticity and moisture-binding capacity of the skin.ý
CYANOPSIS TETRAGONALBA ýGuar gum, thickening agent consisting of the ground endosperm of guar
seeds (cultivated in India, Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Australia, South Africa
and the USA).ý
CYCLODIMETHICONE ýSilicone oils with a cyclic structure (8- and 10-membered rings with 4 or 5
silicone atoms) low-viscosity, volatile liquids. Oily components for skin care
product, they reduce tackiness and improve the feel on the skin. Conditioner
for hair care products to aid detangling and add shine.ý
CYCLOMETHICONE Non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier of the group of alkylpolyglucosides
obtained exclusively from starch and coconut oil and thus really environment-friendly.
These substances are completely biodegradable. They are used as
co-surfactants in particularly mild shampoos and shower gels and also as
non-ionic surfactants.
CYCLOPENTASILOXANE ýSilicone oil with a ring system (10-membered rings with 5 silicon atoms);
low-viscosity, volatile liquids. Oil component for skin care products, reducing
tackiness and improving the feel of the skin. Conditioner for hair care products
to improve the combability and shine of the hair.ý
CYNARA SCOLYMUS Aqueous extract of artichoke containing tannins. Has astringent properties.
DAUCUS CAROTA ýCarrot extract containing carotine, vitamin B1, B2 and C and ethereal oils,
sugar and pectic substances. Used in skin care products.ý
DEA-OLETH-10 PHOSPHATE ýSolvent for perfumes and active ingredients, emulsifier.ý
DECYL GLUCOSIDE ýNonionic, glucose-based surfactant, frothing agent, solubilizing agent.ý
DECYL OLEATE Slightly yellow-coloured oil which is closely related to biological skin oils and
is dermatologically tolerated. Oily component for O/W and W/O emulsions.
DECYLTETRADECANOL Liquid fatty alcohol
DEHYDROACETIC ACID ýPreservative, finally approved in the EU for use in cosmetic products.ý
DEXTRIN Product made of starch. It is used as a thickening agent.
DICAPRYLYL MALEATE Diester derived from of capryl alcohol and maleic acid. Cosmetic additive.
DIHYDROXYACETONE Active substance for self-tanning products. Simple ketose of glycerol; occurs
as a metabolite in the organism. Its action is due to a reaction with proteins
on the skin surface forming yellowish-brown dyestuffs. The colouration is on
the surface only and disappears when the uppermost epidermal layers are
shed off after a couple of days.
DIISOPROPYL DIMER DILINOLEAT ýFatty acid ester, emulsifier, cosmetic additive.ý
DIMETHICONE ýSilicone oils. Dimethylpolysiloxanes of varying molecular sizes and viscosities.
Clear, colourless and odourless liquids, insoluble in water and ethanol. Has
good spreading capacity. Used in skin care products, to reduce the ýýwhite
washýý of O/W emulsions, and in hair care products as a detangling aid,
conditioning agent, moisture protection and to add shine.ý
DIMETHICONE COPOLYOL ýDimethyl siloxane glycol copolymer. Balances absent fat constituents,
Stabilises the natural oil and moisture household.ý
DIMETHICONOL ýSilicone. Oily component for cosmetics and hair care products. Impoves
detangling, adds shine.ý
DIMETHYL ETHER ýPropellant, ensures an even distribution of the active ingredients in sprays
and mousse products.ý
DIOCTYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE ýExcellent wetting agent, chiefly used as an emulsifier.ý
DIPALMITOYL CYSTINE Lipoamino acid consisting of palmitic acid and cystine. Skin care product.
DIPALMITOYL HYDROXYPROLINE Lipoamino acid consisting of palmitic acid and hydroxyproline. Skin care
product.
DISODIUM Surfactant for hair and skin cleansing products that are highly tolerated by
LAURETHSULFOSUCCINATE the skin.
DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE Amphoteric surfactant with excellent dermatological and mucosal compatibility.
Readily biodegradable. Mostly used in combination with anionic or nonionic
surfactants in skin and hair cleansing products.
DISODIUM LAURYL ýAnionic surfactant with excellent dermatological and mucosal compatibility,
SULFOSUCCINATE used mostly in combination with other surfactants to enhance compatibility
and lathering capacity. Readily biodegradable.ý
DISODIUM EDTA Di-sodium salt of EDTA (see EDTA). Chelating agent for inactivating heavy
metal traces in hair and skin care products. Synergist (enhancer) for
anti-oxidants and preservatives.
DISODIUM PHOSPHATE Buffering substance. Keeps the pH value of fixatives constant and is also
used as a stabiliser for hydrogen peroxide which decomposes easily.
DISTARCH PHOSPHATE ýWhite, odourless, freely flowing powder which is a distarch phosphate based
on cornstarch, whereby the phosphate content is max. 0.1%. Used as a base
substance for powder and make-up products.ý
ECHINACEA PURPUREA Extract of echinacea purpurea contains echinacine which strengthens the
bodyýs immune response. Used in cosmetic products to strengthen the
defense mechanism of the skin against harmful outside influences.
EDTA ýAbbreviation for ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid. Chelating agent (complex
one) to inactivate traces of heavy metal in hair and skin care products
because heavy metals accelerate the decomposition of many active ingredients,
e.g. hydrogen peroxide, and the rancidness of natural oils. Synergist
(substance which enhances the effectiveness) of antioxidants and preservatives.ý
EQUISETUM ARVENSE ýHorsetail extract. Contains silicates, saponins, flavones. Enhances the
conditioning effect of the product.ý
ETHANOLAMINE Alkalizing and swelling agent.
ETHOXYDIGLYCOL ýEthereal alcohol, solvent. In hair care products, e.g. perm lotions, it is used
as a carrier substance to facilitate penetration of active ingredients and for
good curling results with low pH values.ý
ETHYL ACETATE ýAcetic acid ethyl ester. Colourless, clear, flammable liquid with weak,
pleasantly fruity fragrance and a boiling point of approx. 77 to 78 °C. Solvent.ý
ETHYL BUTYLACETAMINO Insect repellent. Provides protection against insect bites.
PROPIONATE
2-ETHYL-HEXYL-2-ETHYL- ýBranched-chain fatty acid ester, oily component for skin care products,
HEXANOATE improves the water-repellent effect on the skin.ý
ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE Oil-soluble UVB filter. It is a component of many sunscreen products.
ETHYLHEXYLSTEARATE Low-odour and dermatologically compatible oil with high spreading capacity.
Used as an oily component in O/W and W/O emulsions.
ETIDRONIC ACID Complexone on the basis of organophosphonic acids. Properties like EDTA.
FAEX ýYeast, or yeast extracts contain amino acids and the vitamins B (B1, B2, B6)
and biotin. Used in the treatment of oily skin and hair.ý
FORMIC ACID ýNaturally occurring organic acid, neutralizing agent.ý
FUMARIC ACID ýWhite, crystalline, water-soluble solid pH regulator, as unsaturated carboxylic
acid capable of removing reducing agents from hair after perming.ý
GELATIN ýPolypeptide obtained from hydrolysis of collagen from the tissues and bones
of slaughtered pigs or cattle. Dissolves in water and swells to form a viscous
solution which sets to a colloidal solid on cooling. Gelling agent for food,
capsule material for medicines, thickening agent and emulsion Stabiliser for
cosmetic products.ý
GENTIANA LUTEA Extract of the gentian roots. Mainly contains bitter principles and colouring matter.
GLUCOSE ýDextrose (grape sugar), made from cornstarch or cane sugar. A white, water-soluble
and sweet-tasting powder. Used as a natural setting agent in hair
care products.ý
GLUTAMIC ACID Widely distributed amino acid. Supporting substance of hair.
GLYCERIN ýTrihydric alcohol, obtained by the saponification of natural oils and fats, a
colourless, sweet-tasting, very hygroscopic liquid. Humectant for skin, scalp
and hair.ý
GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE ýEster derived from glycerine and isostearic acid. Emulsifier, consistency
regulator, Moisturising agent and Stabiliser for cosmetic emulsions and sticks.ý
GLYCERYL RICINOLEATE Monoester of glycerine and ricinoleic acid. Fatty component for lipsticks.
GLYCERYL STEARATE ýGlyceryl monostearates are obtained by the interchange of ester radicals of
natural oils and fats with glycerine, whereby a mixture of monoglycerides with
di- and triglycerides and free glycerine is produced. The term ýýglyceryl
monostearateýý is therefore not exact. Co-emulsifying agent, dispersing agent
and consistency regulator for O/W and W/O emulsions.ý
GLYCERYL OLEATE ýEster derived from glycerine and oleic acid. Emulsifier, consistency regulator
and stabiliser for cosmetic emulsions e.g. in combination with other emulsifiers.ý
GLYCERYL STEARTE SE Self-emulsifying (SE) emulsifier mixture consisting of glyceryl monostearate
and potassium stearate for O/W emulsions.
GLYCINE ýAminoacetic acid or glycocoll is present as the simplest naturally occurring
amino acid in most proteins. It forms colourless, sweet-tasting crystals that
are very soluble in water. Buffering substance in cosmetic products and
texturing agent and repair ingredient of hair care products.ý
GLYCINE SOJA Botanical name for the soy plant. Soybean oil and other ingredients of the
soy plant have to be declared in the shown way.
GLYCOL ABIETATE Ester derived from abietic acid (resin acid) and glycol improves the gloss and
adhesiveness of nail polishes.
GLYCOL DISTEARATE Opacifier improves product consistency.
GLYCOLIC ACID ýSimplest alpha-hydroxy acid ýýAHAýý. Present in many fruits as so-called fruit
acid. Has a keratolytic action. Used in anti-wrinkle products.ý
GLYCOL STEARATE ýMonoester of glycol (dihydric alcohol) with stearic acid. Wax-like substance,
emulsion stabiliser and consistency regulator.ý
GLYCOL STEARATE S.E. ýAnionic, self-emulsifying emulsifier, consisting of glycol monostearate and
sodium stearate.ý
GLYCYRRHIZIC ACID ýCan be obtained from liquorice root, forms colourless, very sweet-tasting
crystals that dissolve in hot water and in alcohol. Has anti-inflammatory properties.ý
GLYOXYLIC ACID ýHerbal acid, Wella-Balsam ingredient ýýbyogenýý. Neutralizes alkaline and
peroxide residues. Texturing conditioner.ý
GUANINE ýSilvery pigment (fish silver, purine derivative), obtained from fish scales.
Mother-of-pearl lustre agent.ý
GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM ýA cationic guar derivative, versatile additive in hair and skin cleansing
CHLORIDE products. Owing to its affinity to keratin it makes the hair easier to comb
and leaves the skin feeling in good condition.ý
HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANE ýWitch hazel extract, chiefly containing tannins and ethereal oils. Has astringent,
toning and anti-inflammatory properties.ý
HAYFLOWER EXTRACT ýContains ethereal oils and tannins, said to have a positive effect on the
circulation and regeneration of the epidermis.ý
ýHC ýýFARBEýý NO.ý ýClass of substantive dyestuffs, usually on the basis of nitro-dyes.ý
HEDERA HELIX ýIvy extract, used as a stimulating substance in skin care products.ý
HELIANTUS ANNUUS Sunflower oil
HELIOTROPINE ýOil-soluble, used as a bactericide and perfume.ý
HINOKITIOL ýActive ingredient of the hinoki cedar which is native to Taiwan, has microbicidal
properties. Used in skin and hair cosmetics, especially in hair tonics.ý
HONEY ýBee honey contains various sugars, amino acids, vitamins, enzymes and
trace elements. Used in early history in many beauty products. Reported to
have stimulating, skin smoothing and water-binding powers.ý
HUMULUS LUPULUS ýHop extract contains ethereal oils, adenine, bitter principles, tannins and
amino acids. Said to have soothing, relaxing and anti-inflammatory properties.ý
HYALURONIC ACID ýMucopolysaccharide acid consisting of alternating N-acetyl glucosamine
(hexosamine) and glucuronic acid constituents. Important constituent of con
nective tissue, usually occurs together with chondroitin sulfate and proteins in
joint synovial fluid, in vitreous humor and in the umbilical cord. Very hygroscopic
substance used as a humectant for cosmetic products.ý
HYDROFLUOROCARBON ýPropellant (alternative to CFC) in spray and mousse formulations. It ensures
even distribution of the active substance in sprays, mousses and neutralisers.ý
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE ýHydrogen peroxide is the most widely used oxidizing agent for perming
processes, hair colourants and bleaching treatments.ý
HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL ýHardened castor oil, waxy component in skin care and decorative cosmetics.
Has a consistency regulating and matting effect in day creams.ý
HYDROGENATED COCO-GLYCERIDES ýSee ýýHydrogenated Coconut Oilýý.ý
HYDROGENATED COCONUT OIL Hardened coconut oil. Melts on the skin. Used in soft creams and body lotions.
HYDROGENATED LARD GLYCERIDE Hardened lard.
HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDE Hardened palm oil.
HYDROGENATED PALM ýEmulsifier, solubilising agent and stabiliser for cosmetic
GLYCERIDE CITRATE emulsions; very well tolerated by the skin and mucous membranes.ý
HYDROGENATED PALM Hardened palm kernel oil.
KERNEL GLYCERIDE
HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE ýBranched-chain, synthetically produced hydrocarbon having a physical and
cosmetic structure roughly similar to squalane. Oily component in creams
and lotions.ý
HYDROGENATED RICE BRAN WAX Hardened wax derived from rice bran.
HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL ýMixture of different hardened vegetable oils, especially soybean oil.ý
HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN ýHydrolyzed protein obtained by enzymic or acid hydrolysis of collagen.
Improves the compatibility of skin and hair cleansers. Also exhibits substantivity
to skin and hair, and thus smooths down the surface.ý
HYDROLYZED ELASTIN ýElastin is the chief protein of all elastic fibres. Hydrolyzed elastins are used in
cosmetics to improve the moisture content, smoothness and elasticity of the skin.ý
HYDROLYZED KERATIN ýObtained by enzymic or acid hydrolysis of wool, which basically corresponds
to human hair contains the ýýstructural proteinýý of hair. Thanks to its good
affinity to hair it is capable of repairing damaged hair structures. Active
ingredient of Liquid-Hair.ý
HYDROLYZED SILK ýObtained from silk by hydrolysis (enzymatic or acid). Contains a specific
amino acid mixture, is suitable for use in hair conditioners.ý
HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN Processed soy protein. Conditioning substance for skin and hair.
HYDROLYZED SWEET Almond protein hydrolisate ý see also Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
ALMOND PROTEIN
HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN ýHydrolyzed protein obtained by an enzymatic process from wheat, improves
the dermatological and mucosal compatibility and the lathering properties of
shampoos and bath products.ý
ý1-HYDROXYETHYL-4,5-DIAMINO ýRed developer; In oxidative hair colouring, colourless dye precursors are
PYRAZOLE SULFATEý mixed with hydrogen peroxide to form the colouring agent proper within the
hair. The dye precursors are subdivided into two chemical classes, the developers
and the couplers. Pyrazoles are heterocyclical dye systems producing very
deep and long-lasting red colourants.ý
HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE ýModified cellulose. Used as a thickening agent and stabiliser, and to improve
general product qualities, viscosity regulator.ý
HYDROXYETHYL-P-PHENYLENDIAMIN ýOxidative dye, developer.ý
HYDROXYLATED LANOLIN ýNonionic Stabiliser for W/O emulsions, dispersing agent for pigments.ý
HYDROXYOCTACOSANYL Synthetic wax prepared from a long-chain fatty acid with a long-chain fat
HYDROXYSTEARATE alcohol. Used in cosmetic O/W and W/O emulsions.
HYDROXYPROLINE This amino acid is one of the main constituents of collagen. Used in cosmetic
products for instance as a humectant.
HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE ýChemically modified cellulose. Soluble in water and in alcohols. Viscosity
regulator, thickener and film-forming agent.ý
HYDROXYPROPYL CHITOSAN Cationic chitin derivative - detangling aid.
TRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
HYDROXYPROPYL GUAR ýCationic guar derivative, readily soluble in water, compatible with most
HYDROXYPROPYL TRIMONIUM surfactants. Good substantivity to hair and skin, thus improving wet and dry
CHLORIDE combability of the hair and reducing statics. It leaves a soft pleasant film on
the skin.ý
HYPERICUM PERFORATUM ýVegetable oil extract of Saint Johnýs wort flowers, contains ethereal oils,
resins, tannins and hypericin. Has healing, anti-inflammatory, soothing and
regenerating properties and is therefore used chiefly in skin repair oils, lotions
and creams for sensitive and rough skin.ý
IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA Very good preservative which protects cosmetic products against spoilage by
bacteria or fungi. Hydrolyzed from formaldehyde.
INDIGOFERA ARGENTEA ýIndigo is obtained from the reng plant, a natural or cultivated leguminus herb
found in Africa, India, Iran and South America. The leaves contain a colouring
substance, indigotin, which produces the typical indigo blue in conjunction
with oxygen.ý
INOSITOL Plays an important part in human metabolism.
IODOPROPYNYL BUTYL CARBAMATE Preservative for cosmetics
ISOBUTYLPARABEN Preservative
ISOCETYL ALCOHOL ýMixture of liquid, branched-chain fat alcohols with 16 C-atoms. Oily component
for care and decorative cosmetics.ý
ISODODECANE ýDetangling aid, top additive for 2-phase products.ý
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL ýSecondary aliphatic alcohol. Clear, colourless liquid of characteristic odour.
Miscible with water, acetone, alcohol etc. Has disinfecting properties, used
especially in hair care products and deodorant sprays as a solvent for the
active ingredients and constituents.ý
ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE Isopropyl alcohol ester of isostearic acid. Colourless oil which spreads easily
and is dermatologically compatible. Oily component for care cosmetics and
bath oils.
ISOPROPYL LANOLATE ýIsopropyl ester of lanolin fatty acid, has good spreading and softening properties.
Oily component for cosmetic creams and lotions, and a pigment dispersing
agent for decorative cosmetics.ý
ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE ýEster derived from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid. Colourless, odourless
and tasteless oil of low viscosity, insoluble in water, glycerine and propylene
glycol, soluble in vegetable oil, mineral oils and fat alcohols. Oily component
with good spreading ability in emulsions, bath oils, sunscreens and aerosol
products and a solubilizing agent for vitamins and perfumes.ý
ISOPROPYL PALMITATE ýEster derived from isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid. Similar properties to
isopropyl myristate, but subjectively slightly oilier.ý
ISOPROPYL STEARATE ýEster derived from isopropyl alcohol and stearic acid. Almost white, odourless
and tasteless oil that sets at temperatures below approx. 16 °C. Properties
and application: similar to isopropyl myristate and palmitate.ý
ISOSTEARYL ISOSTEARATE ýEster derived from isostearyl alcohol and isostearic acid. Yellowish, oily liquid.
Oily component for cosmetic emulsions.ý
ISOSTEARYL LACTATE ýIsostearyl alcohol ester of lactic acid. Low-viscosity, yellowish liquid that is
insoluble in water and readily soluble in oils. Used in cosmetic products as
skin care component with good dermatological and mucosal compatibility.ý
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