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Bio-actives for skin and hair care

Bio-actives for skin and hair care

Bio-actives for skin and hair care

ALCOHOL

CAS Number	64-17-5
Chem/IUPAC Name:	Ethanol
EINECS/ELINCS No:	200-578-6
COSING REF No:	31401

ALCOHOL

Alcohol (also known as ethanol in the cosmetic industry) is a clear and colorless liquid that is used in a wide range of beauty products. The ingredient ethanol is commonly listed on products as denatured alcohol. Denatured alcohol or ethanol means that it has been treated with a denaturant that makes the formulation undrinkable. Alcohol helps clean the skin thoroughly and kills any microorganisms that may be lurking on the surface like fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Cosmetic grade ethanol also keeps ingredients together in a formulation and prevents them from separating. The chemical formula of alcohol is C₂H₅OH and it has a pungent taste with a wine-like odor.

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What is ALCOHOL used for?

Alcohol has various functions in the cosmetic industry and therefore can be found in a wide range of products - from foundations to hair sprays.

Skin care: It is a great ingredient for deep cleansing the skin and getting rid of the harmful microorganisms that may have found their way on the surface. It feels weightless on the skin and has quick-drying properties
Decorative cosmetics: It acts as a preservative to increase the shelf life of the products as well as prevent the other ingredients in the formulation from separating. It has also proven to increase the adhering properties of a product

Origin

Denatured alcohol in cosmetics is usually prepared by fermenting the sugar contained in either grains like barley, corn, and sorghum or the sugar in sugar beets and sugar canes. Ethanol can also be made synthetically in the labs.

What does ALCOHOL do in a formulation?

Antimicrobial
Cleansing
Solvent
Viscosity controlling

Safety Profile of ALCOHOL

Alcohol can be toxic if it is one of the main ingredients in a formulation. Too much concentration of ethanol in cosmetic or skin care products can strip the skin and hair of their moisture and make them dry and itchy. Moreover, this ingredient should not be used on skin that has been compromised or one can feel a burning sensation. Lower concentrations of alcohol ethanol and a patch test prior to full application are recommended.

ALCOHOL Alternatives

ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL

ALCOHOL Technical profile

Property	Values
Boiling Point	78.23°C
Melting Point	-114.14°C
pH	7.33
Solubility	Miscible in water
Viscosity	1.2 cP (at 20°C)

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FORMULATIONS with ALCOHOL

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Skin Care: Bouncy Jelly Mist by ADEKA

This Bouncy Jelly Mist helps defend the complexion and leaves the skin feeling fresher, looking hydrated and positively luminous. It is 95% natural and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It features: RETINAL O5: which helps protect from pollution and the effects of blue light. HALORUBIN™, Retinal and ADEKA NOL TPE-2424: which help to maintain skin moisturize. A formulation by ADEKA.

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Men Care: Beard Shampoo by Brenntag Specialties

This Beard Shampoo is a sulfate-free formulation. It forms a creamy foam easy to apply on the beard. It contains: CosVivet APG LG50: which is a very mild non-ionic surfactant. It is made from renewable raw material. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

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Skin Care: Youth Pursuit Eye Cream by Elementis

This Youth Pursuit Eye Cream is a rich eye cream with antioxidative resveratrol. It nourishes and hydrates the eye area and helps to fight the first signs of aging. It contains: BENTONE® LUXE XO: which acts as the sole emulsifier in this formula and helps to stabilize the emulsion along with an improved active suspension. FANCOR® MEADOWFOAM SEED OIL: which nourishes and soothes the skin. A formulation by Elementis.

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Sun Care: Double Protection Vitamin C Sunscreen & After-sun with AA2G™ by Nagase

This Double Protection Vitamin C Sunscreen & After-sun with AA2G™ is formulated with vitamin C derivative. It features AA2G™ which has strong antioxidant activities and shows effectiveness against skin damage and aging caused by UVA and UVB lights. The sunscreen formula helps suppress DNA damage as well as provides after-sun care. A formulation by Nagase.

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Sun Care: Sunscreen SPF 30 PA +++ by Fumei

This Sunscreen SPF 30 PA +++ is a non-greasy sunscreen lotion delivering high and broad UV protection while leaving skin soft and smooth. Several emollients are combined to dissolve crystalline UV filters while providing light skin feel. Cerafumei™ Synthetic Beeswax 3001 is used as an emulsion stabilizer. A formulation by Fumei.

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