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Ingredient Dictionary: Emulsifiers, Surfactants, & Structure

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

BTMS-50 conditioning agent pellets with plant-based skincare formulation

 BTMS-50 is a plant-derived conditioning system that combines a gentle emulsifier with a fatty alcohol to soften, smooth, and improve manageability. It helps create creamy, stable formulations while leaving hair and skin feeling silky and conditioned. 

Cetearyl Alcohol

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

Cetearyl alcohol wax pellets with coconut-derived skincare ingredients

 Cetearyl alcohol is a plant-derived fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient, thickener, and stabilizer. It helps create smooth, creamy textures while supporting soft, conditioned skin and hair. 

Cetyl Alcohol

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol (BTMS-50)

Cetyl alcohol pellets with plant-derived cosmetic ingredients

 Cetyl alcohol is a naturally derived fatty alcohol used to improve texture and consistency in formulations. It helps soften and smooth the skin and hair while enhancing product stability. 

Emulsifying Wax NF

Emulsifying Wax NF

Emulsifying wax pellets with cream formulation and botanical background

 Emulsifying Wax NF is a plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water into stable, uniform formulations. It contributes to smooth texture, consistency, and long-lasting product performance. 

Polysorbate 20

Emulsifying Wax NF

Polysorbate 20

Polysorbate 20 liquid with botanical oils in skincare formulation

  Polysorbate 20 is a gentle, plant-derived solubilizer that helps disperse oils into water-based formulations. It improves clarity, stability, and even distribution of ingredients.

Stearic Acid

Emulsifying Wax NF

Polysorbate 20

Stearic acid flakes with natural plant oil ingredients

 Stearic acid is a plant-derived fatty acid that helps thicken and stabilize formulations. It contributes to rich, creamy textures and supports the structure of emulsions. 

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan gum powder with gel texture skincare formulation

 Xanthan gum is a naturally derived polysaccharide produced through fermentation. It acts as a thickener and stabilizer, helping create smooth, uniform textures in formulations. 

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