Cosmetic active ingredients and formulation insights
Stearyl Alcohol (CAS 112-92-5) is an 18-carbon fatty alcohol that stabilizes emulsions, builds cream body and provides conditioning. It is a fundamental texture ingredient in lotions, creams, conditioners and balms. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Stearyl Alcohol CAS number: 112-92-5 Appearance: white waxy solid (flakes or pellets) Solubility: insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, oils […]
L-Glutamine (CAS 56-85-9) is the most abundant amino acid in the body — a key building block for sports nutrition, gut health and recovery supplements, with growing use in skin care for barrier and hydration support. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Glutamine CAS number: 56-85-9 Appearance: white crystalline powder Solubility: soluble in water Molecular formula: […]
Ethylhexyl Palmitate (CAS 29806-73-3) is a light, non-greasy emollient ester that spreads easily and leaves a silky after-feel. It is a popular silicone alternative in creams, sunscreens, makeup and body care. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Ethylhexyl Palmitate CAS number: 29806-73-3 Appearance: clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid Solubility: oil-soluble; insoluble in water Molecular formula: […]
Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate, CAS 9067-32-7) is the gold-standard hydration active. It attracts and holds up to 1000x its weight in water, delivering deep, lasting moisture — essential in serums, moisturizers and masks. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate CAS number: 9067-32-7 Appearance: white to off-white powder Solubility: soluble in water, forming clear viscous […]
Polyglycerine (Polyglycerol, CAS 25618-55-7) is a mild, plant-friendly humectant and solubilizer. It moisturizes, softens and helps dissolve actives — a versatile building block for clean-label and natural-positioning formulas. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Polyglycerin CAS number: 25618-55-7 (polyglycerol family) Appearance: clear to pale yellow viscous liquid Solubility: miscible with water and glycerin Ionic type: non-ionic […]
EDTA Disodium (CAS 6381-92-6) is a chelating agent that binds metal ions (iron, calcium, magnesium) in formulations. It protects cosmetics from discoloration, rancidity and microbe growth — a quiet but essential stabilizer in nearly every water-based product. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Disodium EDTA CAS number: 6381-92-6 Appearance: white crystalline powder Solubility: soluble in water […]
Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6) is one of the most widely used broad-spectrum cosmetic preservatives. Effective against bacteria, yeast and mold, it is a key building block of paraben-free and clean-label preservation systems. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Phenoxyethanol CAS number: 122-99-6 Appearance: clear, slightly viscous liquid with faint aromatic odor Solubility: slightly soluble in water; soluble […]
Cetyl Alcohol (CAS 36653-82-4) is a single-chain fatty alcohol (C16) that stabilizes emulsions, builds viscosity and provides conditioning. It is a classic texture ingredient in creams, lotions, conditioners and balms. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Cetyl Alcohol CAS number: 36653-82-4 Appearance: white waxy solid (flakes or pellets) Solubility: insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, oils […]
Cetearyl Alcohol (CAS 67762-27-0) is a fatty alcohol blend (cetyl + stearyl) that stabilizes emulsions, adds cream body and controls viscosity. It is a fundamental texture ingredient in lotions, creams, conditioners and sunscreens. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol CAS number: 67762-27-0 Appearance: white waxy solid (flakes or pellets) Solubility: insoluble in water; soluble […]
Carbomer 940 (CAS 9007-16-3) is a high-viscosity cross-linked polyacrylic acid polymer — the classic thickener for clear gels, creams and lotions. It creates elegant, crystal-clear gel textures with excellent suspension properties. Physical & Chemical Properties INCI: Carbomer CAS number: 9007-16-3 Appearance: white fluffy powder Solubility: swells in water to form clear gels (neutralized) Ionic type: […]
