Next-generation emulsifiers for naturals

Published: 25-Aug-2015 Featured companies: Chemyunion BASF Personal Care and Nutrition GmbH Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant Gattefossé Vantage Personal Care Croda Beauty Gobiotics By Sweetch
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John Woodruff looks at emulsifiers approved for use in natural cosmetics

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Emulsifiers are used to make creams and lotions and these are the most important product forms in skin and sun care. Previously, emulsifiers that met natural claims were limited as this restricts the use of ethoxylated compounds, but the list is now growing as ingredient suppliers recognise the need. This feature will look at emulsifiers, with a focus on those that gain Ecocert and/or COSMOS approval for natural cosmetics.

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