Cocamide DEA is a clear, viscous liquid based on the renewable vegetable lipid found in coconut oil. It is a uniquely natural complement for use in personal care products as a multi-functional foam booster and thickener with high biodegradability and low aquatic toxicity.
Organic compounds
Organic compounds are an inherent part of skin care products. These ingredients are structurally similar to natural body compounds, making them efficient in many functions. For example, they easily penetrate the layers of skin, stimulate the synthesis of skin proteins, fight free radicals, and ''dissolve" dead skin cells. Thus, organic compounds visibly ameliorate skin wrinkling, sagging, and scaling.
Cocamide MEA is a non-ionic vegetable-derived amide that provides excellent viscosity building and foam stabilization in anionic-based systems such as shampoos, hand washes, and body cleansers.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a premium surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. Betaine-derived surfactants are classified as amphoteric.
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine is a coconut-derived amido-amine, a cationic surfactant with excellent foaming properties for cleansing formulation for skin and hair care.
Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate is a clear yellow liquid derived from coconut oil used as a foamer and cleanser. It exhibits gentle cleansing, highly substantive skin conditioning, and effective broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
Coco-Betaine is an amphoteric and biodegradable surfactant that allows the development of extremely mild formulations, with rich, abundant, and creamy foam formation, and an excellent sensory profile.
Menthyl ester/menthol, contained in peppermint essential oil, have an apparent cooling effect when applied to the skin. However, Cooling Agent do not affect body temperature, the coolness is just perceived.
Cremophor® A 6 is a blend of nonionic emulsifiers manufactured by reacting higher saturated fatty alcohols with ethylene oxide and free stearyl alcohol. It is a whitish waxy substance with an HLB range of 10-12.
Approved for use in Europe, Cromollient™ SCE, a patented 100% active alkoxylated di-ester emollient that is both 'hydro-active' and surfactant-friendly.
Decyloxazolidinone is a heterocyclic organic compound with an oxazolidine ring and lipophilic decyl (C10 - 10 carbon atom chain) "tail".
Dehydroacetic acid (DHA) is a broad spectrum of fungicide; it has potent inhibition on bacteria, mold, and yeast, especially mold.
Di-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate is a soft, white paste (solid at 25°C or 77°F) with a mild characteristic odor, that melts near body temperatures (melt point ~40°C or 104°F). It delivers a light and silky emollience with excellent anti-tack properties.
Diacetyl Boldine (DAB) is a derivative of Boldine, an alkaloid initially found in the Boldo (Peumus boldus). It is also known under the Sederma's trade name Lumiskin™.
Diazolidinyl urea is a highly effective, broad-spectrum antibacterial preservative with excellent activity against Pseudomonas species. It is nonirritating to eyes, skin, and mucous membranes at use levels.
Dicaprylyl carbonate is a diester (double ester) of carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol (1-Octanol containing eight carbon atoms) and is the powerful performer in fast-spreading emollients.
Dicaprylyl Ether is a dioctyl ether, a colorless and odorless oily liquid with low molecular weight and low polarity. High-purity dioctyl ether is not susceptible to oxidation and is readily biodegradable. It is stable over the wide pH range (3-11).
Dicetyldimonium Chloride (Dihexadecyldimethylammonium chloride) is a high-quality cationic conditioning agent with low color. It is a very economical ingredient, the company maintains. It is also known under the trade name Incroquat DCMC.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate comprises 2-(4-Diethylamino-2-hydroxybenzoyl)- benzoic acid hexyl ester and is a stable UVA absorber. It is a yellow melt that crystallizes upon storage. It remelts easily without any decomposition by heating it up to approx. 70 – 80 °C.
Diethylhexyl Carbonate is a diester of ethylhexyl alcohol and carbonic acid. It is an emollient for cosmetics and personal care formulations that provides a light and silky skin feel.
Diethylhexyl Maleate is a light lipophilic ester, a clear, almost colorless liquid, that exhibits excellent properties fo
Diglycerin (Diglycerol) is a clear, colorless liquid that is more dense than Glycerin. Diglycerol has been incorporated into personal care products in Japan since the 1980s. It is a mild humectant, provides gloss to hair, and can enhance fragrance/flavor impact and longevity.
Dihydroxyethyl Cocamine Oxide is a surfactant with good foam-boosting and stabilizing properties. It is also used as a viscosity-controlling agent in formulations.
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate is a substantive liquid ester with both intense cushion and a high degree of gloss.
Dimethyl Isosorbide (2,5-dimethyl isosorbide; 1,4:3,6 dianhydro-2,5-di-o-methyl-D-glucitol) is a water-white liquid with excellent solvent properties that can solubilize poorly water-soluble active ingredients.
Dimethyl Phenylbutanol (4-Methyl-4-Phenyl-2-Pentanol; Vetikol) is a clear, colorless liquid with a low pleasant odor. It exhibits potent anti-bacterial activity fairly specific against gram positives responsible for body odor.
The anomalous accumulation of melanin and constant daily exposure to ultraviolet radiation are responsible for changes in skin pigmentation, that is, aging spots, melasma, freckles, and senile lentigines.
Dioctyldodecyl Fluoroheptyl Citrate is a triester of fluoro-alcohol, Guerbet alcohol (C20), with citric acid, a high-viscosity emollient ester insoluble in water. It is an oily liquid soluble in natural and mineral oils, fatty alcohols, and esters.
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisononanoate is a transparent and glossy ester of isononanoic acid with a pentaerythritol dimer used in decorative cosmetics, skin, and hair care applications. It provides a flashy, wet look and volume, enhancing the gloss of products.
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrabehenate/Polyhydroxystearate (known under the trade name Pelemol® DP-144B) is the reaction product of Dipentaerythritol, Tetrapolyhydroxystearate acid, and behenic acid. It is 100% active, hydrophobic, tacky, and substantive.
Dipropylene Glycol is a mixture of isomeric 1,2-dipropylene glycol ethers, a water-miscible, low-volatility solvent and humectant for applications in cosmetics. It is a condensation product of 1,2-propylene glycol.