Personal Care & Home Care Ingredients
Surfactants, thickeners, emulsifiers, humectants, preservatives and actives for cosmetic, personal care and home care formulators.
506 products on this shelf
Some products serve more than one application, so the totals beside each group add up to more than 506. Each product still has a single canonical product page.
Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
36 products

SLES 70%
High-foaming primary anionic surfactant for shampoos and body washes

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Strong-cleansing anionic surfactant for value shampoos, pastes and powders

Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB)
Amphoteric co-surfactant — shampoo and body wash formulation

Cocamide DEA
Foam booster and viscosity builder for surfactant cleansers

Cocamide MEA
Foam stabiliser and pearl-carrier base for cream cleansers

Decyl Glucoside
Mild non-ionic surfactant for sulphate-free and baby cleansers

Coco Glucoside
Mild non-ionic surfactant with good foam quality in facial cleansers

Lauryl Glucoside
Mild non-ionic surfactant used as a co-surfactant in gentle washes

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI)
Solid syndet surfactant — shampoo and body wash formulation

Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
Mild anionic co-surfactant — shampoo and body wash formulation

Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate / Lauryl Glucoside Blend
Non-ionic mild surfactant — sulfate-free shampoos and body washes

Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate
Non-ionic mild surfactant — sulfate-free shampoos and conditioning cleansers

Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
Non-ionic mild surfactant — structured sulfate-free shampoos and body washes

Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate / Arginine Cleansing Blend
Non-ionic mild surfactant — creamy facial cleansers and cleansing foams

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Non-ionic mild surfactant — micellar waters and clear cleansing liquids

Hexyl Glucoside
Non-ionic mild surfactant — hydrotrope in concentrated cleaning formulations

Sodium Laureth-6 Carboxylate
Sulfate-reduced shampoos and body washes

Laureth-6 Carboxylic Acid
Custom-neutralised cleansing bases

Sodium Laureth-13 Carboxylate
Baby and sensitive-skin cleansers

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate / Potassium Cocoate Blend
Mild anionic surfactant — facial cleansing foams and creams

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Mild anionic surfactant — facial cleansing foams and whips

Sodium / Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate Blend
Mild anionic surfactant — low-pH facial cleansers and cleansing gels
Thickeners & Rheology Modifiers
14 products

Xanthan Gum
Rheology modifier and thickener — cosmetics and personal care thickening

Carbomer 940
Crosslinked acrylic thickener for clear gels with high yield value

Carbomer 980
Crosslinked acrylic thickener for lotions and emulsions needing suspension

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)
Non-ionic cellulose thickener for surfactant systems and clear gels

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
Cellulose thickener and film former for gels and creams

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Cationic guar for conditioning and slip in rinse-off cleansers

Sodium Chloride
Viscosity builder for surfactant systems — viscosity building in cleansers and gels

Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Lip glosses and high-shine lip formats

Sodium Stearoxy PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Sulfonate
Associative thickening of sulfate-free cleansing bases

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Rheology modifier and thickener — associative thickening of cleansing and home care systems

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Specification review of Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer for personal-care and home-care formulation

PVP
Specification review of PVP for personal-care and home-care formulation

VP/VA Copolymer
Specification review of VP/VA Copolymer for personal-care and home-care formulation
Emulsifiers & Cream Base Ingredients
19 products

Emulsifying Wax NF
Oil-in-water cream and lotion bases

Glyceryl Stearate
Non-ionic emulsifier and body-building wax for creams

PEG-100 Stearate
Co-emulsifier paired with glyceryl stearate in O/W creams

Cetearyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohol blend for viscosity and emulsion stability

Cetyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohol for light body and smooth skin feel

Stearyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohol for firmer body and richer texture

Polysorbate 20
Liquid solubiliser for fragrances and oils in clear formulations

Polysorbate 60
Solid non-ionic emulsifier for cream and lotion bases

Polysorbate 80
Solubiliser and emulsifier for oil-containing lotions and cleansers

Sorbitan Stearate
Lipophilic co-emulsifier used with polysorbates in O/W systems

Sucrose Polystearate / Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Blend
Emollient and structuring agent — emulsion-based creams and lotions

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS)
Emollient and structuring agent — shampoo, body wash and conditioner opacification

Ethylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS)
Emollient and structuring agent — pearlised shampoo, conditioner and body wash

Glyceryl Stearate / PEG-100 Stearate Blend
Emollient and structuring agent — specification review of Glyceryl Stearate / PEG-100 Stearate Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient and structuring agent — specification review of Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate for personal-care and home-care formulation

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient and structuring agent — specification review of PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate for personal-care and home-care formulation

Polyacrylamide / Isoparaffin / Laureth-7 Blend
Coagulant / flocculant — specification review of Polyacrylamide / Isoparaffin / Laureth-7 Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Specification review of Potassium Cetyl Phosphate for personal-care and home-care formulation

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Mild anionic surfactant — specification review of Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate for personal-care and home-care formulation
Humectants & Emollients
29 products

Glycerin
Humectant and solvent — skin moisturising and hydration systems

Propylene Glycol
Humectant and solvent for actives and preservatives

Butylene Glycol
Light humectant and solvent with low tack in serums

Sorbitol
Humectant and sweet-tasting polyol for oral care and skin products

Panthenol
Provitamin B5 humectant for skin and hair conditioning claims

Mineral Oil
Occlusive emollient for barrier creams, baby oils and cleansers

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Light dry-touch emollient ester for serums and lotions

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)
Fast-spreading emollient ester that reduces greasiness

Glyceryl Glucoside & Glycerin Blend
Humectant and solvent — moisturising creams, lotions and serums

Petroleum Jelly
Skin protectant, lip and ointment bases

Xylitol
Personal care humectant use
Amodimethicone / Cetrimonium Chloride Emulsion
Cationic conditioning agent — specification review of Amodimethicone / Cetrimonium Chloride Emulsion for personal-care and home-care formulation
Cyclopentasiloxane / Dimethicone Blend
Specification review of Cyclopentasiloxane / Dimethicone Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation
Cyclopentasiloxane / Dimethicone Crosspolymer Blend
Specification review of Cyclopentasiloxane / Dimethicone Crosspolymer Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation
Hair Conditioning Ingredients
19 products

Cetrimonium Chloride
Cationic conditioner for wet detangling in rinse-off products

Behentrimonium Chloride
Long-chain cationic conditioner for heavy conditioning masks

BTMS
Cationic emulsifier and conditioner for conditioning creams

Polyquaternium-7
Cationic polymer for slip and conditioning in shampoos and body washes

Polyquaternium-10
Cellulosic cationic polymer for hair substantivity and combability

Hydrolyzed Keratin
Protein hydrolysate for hair strength and repair claims

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Plant protein hydrolysate for film forming and moisture retention
Silicone Emulsion
Pre-emulsified silicone for gloss and frizz control in rinse-off products

Hydrolyzed Collagen PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol
Specification review of Hydrolyzed Collagen PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydrolyzed Keratin PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol
Specification review of Hydrolyzed Keratin PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydrolyzed Silk
Specification review of Hydrolyzed Silk for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol Blend
Specification review of Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol
Specification review of Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Collagen
Specification review of Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Collagen for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Keratin
Specification review of Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Keratin for personal-care and home-care formulation

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Specification review of Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein for personal-care and home-care formulation

Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Specification review of Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin for personal-care and home-care formulation

Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Specification review of Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein for personal-care and home-care formulation

Polyquaternium-47
Specification review of Polyquaternium-47 for personal-care and home-care formulation
Preservatives
47 products

Benzoic Acid
Preservative — personal care and household formulations

Phenoxyethanol
Preservative — microbial protection of water-containing formulations

Sodium Benzoate
Preservative — microbial protection of water-containing formulations

Potassium Sorbate
Preservative — microbial protection of water-containing formulations

Dehydroacetic Acid
Organic acid / acidulant — microbial protection of water-containing formulations

Ethylhexylglycerin
Humectant and solvent — microbial protection of water-containing formulations

Laurimino Bispropanediol
Preservation systems for shampoos, body washes and facial cleansers

Lauramino Propylene Glycol
Humectant — preservation systems for cleansers, shampoos and body washes
Humectant — preservation systems for shampoos, conditioners and body washes

Lauramino Propylene Glycol / Cocamine Blend
Humectant — preservation systems for hair and body cleansing products

Laurimino Bispropanediol / Piroctone Olamine Blend
Scalp care shampoos and cleansing bases

Laurimino Bispropanediol / Hydroxyacetophenone Blend
Preservation systems for facial and body skin care

Laurimino Bispropanediol / Gluconolactone Blend
Mild facial cleansers and toners

Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Caprylyl Glycol Blend
Humectant and solvent — preservation systems for creams, lotions and serums

Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Ethylhexylglycerin Blend
Humectant and solvent — preservation and solubilising systems for facial skin care

1,2-Hexanediol
Specification review of 1,2-Hexanediol for personal-care and home-care formulation

Butylparaben
Specification review of Butylparaben for personal-care and home-care formulation

Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Specification review of Caprylhydroxamic Acid for personal-care and home-care formulation
Humectant — specification review of Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Butylene Glycol / Hexanediol Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Glyceryl Caprylate Blend
Specification review of Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Glyceryl Caprylate Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Propanediol Blend
Specification review of Caprylhydroxamic Acid / Propanediol Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation

Caprylyl Glycol
Specification review of Caprylyl Glycol for personal-care and home-care formulation

Caprylyl Glycol / Ethylhexylglycerin Blend
Humectant and solvent — specification review of Caprylyl Glycol / Ethylhexylglycerin Blend for personal-care and home-care formulation
pH Adjusters & Chelating Agents
9 products

Citric Acid Anhydrous & Monohydrate
pH adjuster — dishwasher and laundry detergents — chelating agent

Caustic Soda Flakes & Pearls (Sodium Hydroxide · NaOH 99%)
Alkali / pH control — soap, detergent and biodiesel manufacturing

Lactic Acid
Alpha-hydroxy acid for exfoliation and pH adjustment

Potassium Hydroxide
Alkali / pH control — pH adjustment of cosmetic and cleaning formulations

Triethanolamine (TEA)
Alkaline neutraliser for carbomer gels and acidic actives

Aminomethyl Propanol (AMP)
Low-odour neutraliser for carbomer and acrylate thickeners

Sodium Citrate
Buffering salt for stable pH in cleansers and creams

Disodium EDTA
Chelating agent and stability aid — pH adjustment of cosmetic and cleaning formulations

Tetrasodium EDTA
Chelating agent and stability aid — pH adjustment of cosmetic and cleaning formulations
Cosmetic Active Ingredients
333 products

Titanium Dioxide (TiO2)
Opacifier and colourant — cosmetics and sunscreens (food-grade)

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Antioxidant brightening active for serums, pH-sensitive in formulation

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3 active for brightening and barrier support claims

Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant polymer for surface hydration and plumping claims

Salicylic Acid
Beta-hydroxy acid exfoliant — facial serum and treatment formulation

Glycolic Acid
Organic acid / acidulant — facial serum and treatment formulation

Vitamin E Acetate
Antioxidant active and oxidation stabiliser for oil phases

Allantoin
Soothing active for sensitive-skin and after-sun formulations

Zinc Oxide
Mineral UV filter and skin protectant — facial serum and treatment formulation

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Organic acid / acidulant — brightening serums and essences

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Anhydrous vitamin C serums and oils

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Brightening emulsions and serums
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