Polyethylene Glycol 400
- INCI:
- PEG-8
- Also known as:
- PEG 400 · Macrogol 400 · Polyethylene glycol 400 · PEG-8
Liquid polymer of ethylene oxide, water-soluble and of low volatility. It is used as a vehicle, solvent and humectant in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations, and as a plasticizer and carrier in inks and other industrial applications.
Functions
Typical applications
- Pharmaceutical solutions and gels
- Cosmetic creams and lotions
- Inks
- Plasticizer in coatings and adhesives
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Vitamin B5 derivative used in formulations for skin and hair care, associated with humectant and conditioning properties. It is a classic active in hair products, hand creams and formulas for skin that needs comfort. It is also used in cleaning products, topical pharmaceutical and veterinary formulations and, according to applicable regulations, in nutrition.
Diethylene Glycol
Higher-boiling glycol used as a slow-drying solvent, plasticizer, and wetting agent in strictly industrial applications. It is used in the manufacture of resins, inks, and textile auxiliaries, and as a gas dehydrating agent in the oil industry. It must not be used in food, pharmaceutical, or personal care applications.
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Glycerin
Reference humectant in the cosmetics industry and one of the most versatile raw materials on the market. It attracts and retains water in formulations, improves spreadability and works as a solvent and plasticizer; in foods, pharmaceutical formulations and supplements, its use is governed by applicable regulations.
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Aqueous solution of sodium hyaluronate, a humectant biopolymer with a high water-retention capacity. Its liquid form makes incorporation into the aqueous phase easier without needing to hydrate the powder. It is used in serums, gels and other aqueous skin care formulations, as well as in pharmaceutical, veterinary and nutraceutical preparations.