Moisture maker

Published: 13-Oct-2006
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Symdiol 68T is a patent-pending ingredient developed by Symrise cosmetic research. Symdiol 68T is a synergistic blend of 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol and tropolone, which has been found to have good moisturising and antioxidant properties. Due to these properties and its antimicrobial efficacy, Symdiol 68T is said to be a multifunctional ingredient, ideal for a wide range of applications in manufacturing cosmetic products.

Symdiol 68 is a well known moisturiser. By creating Symdiol 68T, Symrise has enhanced the efficacy of Symdiol 68 with an additional antioxidant. This makes Symdiol 68T even more versatile in cosmetic applications. The antimicrobial activity of Symdiol 68T helps reduce the need for preservatives like parabens and formaldehyde donors, currently suffering from negative connotations in the eyes of consumers. Symdiol 68T is a liquid with a light colour and odour that can be formulated in many types of products, including creams and lotions, shampoos and gels. I


Symdiol 68T is a patent-pending ingredient developed by Symrise cosmetic research. Symdiol 68T is a synergistic blend of 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol and tropolone, which has been found to have good moisturising and antioxidant properties. Due to these properties and its antimicrobial efficacy, Symdiol 68T is said to be a multifunctional ingredient, ideal for a wide range of applications in manufacturing cosmetic products.

Symdiol 68 is a well known moisturiser. By creating Symdiol 68T, Symrise has enhanced the efficacy of Symdiol 68 with an additional antioxidant. This makes Symdiol 68T even more versatile in cosmetic applications. The antimicrobial activity of Symdiol 68T helps reduce the need for preservatives like parabens and formaldehyde donors, currently suffering from negative connotations in the eyes of consumers. Symdiol 68T is a liquid with a light colour and odour that can be formulated in many types of products, including creams and lotions, shampoos and gels. It is compatible with almost all cosmetic components and can be used in a wide range of cosmetic products at a dose of 0.5 - 1%.

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