Cosmetic active ingredients and formulation insights
Decyl Glucoside (CAS 68515-73-1) is a mild, plant-derived non-ionic surfactant made from decyl alcohol and glucose. It cleanses gently with soft foam — a trusted base for facial cleansers, baby care and sulfate-free formulations. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Decyl Glucoside CAS number: 68515-73-1 Appearance: clear to slightly yellow viscous liquid (typical 50% active) Solubility: […]
Polyquaternium-10 (CAS 68610-92-4) is a cationic cellulose-based conditioning polymer. It delivers soft feel, film-forming, antistatic and moisturizing benefits — a classic choice for shampoos, conditioners and styling products. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Polyquaternium-10 CAS number: 68610-92-4 Appearance: white to off-white powder or granules Solubility: dissolves in water to form clear solutions Ionic type: cationic […]
Polyquaternium-7 (CAS 26590-05-6) is a cationic conditioning polymer that enhances foam stability, wet combing and antistatic properties in hair and body care. It is one of the most cost-effective conditioning polymers for daily-use products. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Polyquaternium-7 CAS number: 26590-05-6 Appearance: clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid (typical 8–10% active) Solubility: fully […]
Coco-Glucoside (CAS 141464-42-8) is a mild, plant-derived non-ionic surfactant made from coconut fatty alcohols and glucose. It delivers gentle cleansing with rich foam — a preferred base for baby care, sensitive-skin cleansers and sulfate-free formulas. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Coco-Glucoside CAS number: 141464-42-8 Appearance: clear to slightly yellow viscous liquid (typical 50% active) Solubility: […]
Cetrimonium Chloride 30% (CAS 112-02-7) is a cationic conditioning surfactant widely used in hair care. It provides softness, manageability and antistatic benefits — a key ingredient in conditioners, leave-in treatments and rinse-off hair care. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Cetrimonium Chloride CAS number: 112-02-7 Appearance: clear to slightly yellow liquid (30% aqueous solution) Solubility: fully […]
Benzalkonium Chloride 80% (BTAC 80, CAS 63449-41-2) is a broad-spectrum quaternary ammonium compound — one of the most widely used cationic preservatives and disinfectants in cosmetics, personal care and cleaning products. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Benzalkonium Chloride CAS number: 63449-41-2 Appearance: clear to slightly yellow viscous liquid (80% aqueous solution) Solubility: fully water soluble […]
Bemotrizinol (Tinosorb S, CAS 187393-00-6) is a broad-spectrum UV filter offering balanced UVB and UVA protection with outstanding photostability. Its oil-soluble nature makes it easy to formulate in creams, lotions and sprays — a premium choice for high-SPF systems. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine CAS number: 187393-00-6 Appearance: pale yellow to yellowish […]
Bisoctrizole (Tinosorb M, CAS 103597-45-1) is a broad-spectrum UV filter combining UVB and UVA protection with excellent photostability. As an organic microparticle dispersion, it also provides some visible-light scattering — ideal for high-performance, photostable sunscreens. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol CAS number: 103597-45-1 Appearance: white to slightly yellowish powder / aqueous dispersion […]
Avobenzone (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, CAS 70356-09-1) is the most widely used UVA filter in sunscreen and SPF cosmetics. It provides strong UVA-1 protection and is a key building block of broad-spectrum sun protection systems. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane CAS number: 70356-09-1 Appearance: pale yellow to yellowish crystalline powder Solubility: oil-soluble; practically insoluble in […]
Dexpanthenol (D-Panthenol, CAS 81-13-0) is the stable alcohol form of pantothenic acid (pro-vitamin B5). It penetrates skin, converts to pantothenic acid, and supports barrier repair, hydration and soothing — a staple in moisturizing, after-sun, baby and hair care products. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Panthenol (D-Panthenol) CAS number: 81-13-0 Appearance: colorless to slightly yellowish viscous […]
