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Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified, natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturisation and hydration due to the glycerin component.
Glyceryl Stearateis one of the best choices, for thickening and stabilizing, to use in combination with the lactylates, where it also functions as an emollient, and gives the emulsion more smoothness. Approved for Organic Products
Glyceryl Stearate (GMS)Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified.
Glyceryl Stearateis the natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturization and hydration due to the glycerin component.
Functions as a non-ionic opacifier, thickener, and formulation stabilizer, where it also imparts a softer, smoother, feel to your emulsions.
Glyceryl stearate (GMS) is one of the most commonly used ingredients in personal care formulations. But its a material that is not well understood by most formulators.GMSis normally used as a low-HLB thickening agent in lamellar gel network (LGN)-based oil-in-water emulsions, often combined with fatty alcohols.
LGN-based emulsions containing thickening polymers are the most common type of oil-in-water formulations sold globally.
Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skins surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skins surface. Glyceryl Stearate, and Glyceryl Stearate SE help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.
Characteristics
An interesting characteristic of glyceryl stearate is the ability to make the oils which are combined in the emulsion non greasy, so for example Sunflower can be combined, without adding greasiness to the final product, allowing creams and lotions to be produced which carry the properties of the oil without the greasiness.
Glyceryl stearate can be used to pearlise shower gel, shampoo and hand wash if added in combination with glycerine.
How to use
Heat the glyceryl stearate to 60c 70c within the oil stage of your formulations. Ensure the glyceryl stearate is fully dissolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation.
Recommended Usage Level
0 6%
Maximum Usage Level
40%
Products to Use inAt pure usage levels it can cause irritation to the skin.
When blending always take the following precautions:
Methylparaben is an antifungal and preservative that is widely used in cosmetics. There is a popular notion its not safe. Recommend below links before you make a purchase decision.
Healthline.com;EWG Skin deep Cosmetic Database;Lush;The Dermatology Review;Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Country of Origin: India
MethylParabenMethylparaben is an antifungal and preservative that is widely used in cosmetics. Because it is easily absorbed through the skin and is generally considered non-irritating, it is a very popular beauty product ingredient and is used to prevent fungal growth and to generally preserve formulas.
Although it is thought to be non-irritating, the CIR Expert Panel has acknowledged the paraben paradox, in which paraben-sensitive patients can tolerate paraben-containing cosmetics applied to normal, unbroken skin but not when applied to eczematous or ulcerated skin (Source).
Although parabens (the group of chemicals in which Methylparaben belongs) are generally considered safe when used in low percentages (.04% .08%), many studies have found a link between parabens and breast cancer. According to the CIR Expert Panel, however, the available acute, subchronic, and chronic toxicity tests, using a range of exposure routes, demonstrate a low order of parabens toxicity at concentrations that would be used in cosmetics (Source). After testing different levels of exposure to parabens in women, men, and children, the CIR Expert Panel found that these determinations are conservative and likely represent an overestimate of the possibility of an adverse effect (e.g., use concentrations may be lower, penetration may be less) and support the safety of cosmetic products in which parabens preservatives are used.
Ultimately, the cosmetics industry has found the low levels of parabens in cosmetics to be safe and the connection between parabens and breast cancer to be weak. The FDA (which has given Methylparaben its GRAS rating) finds that although parabens can mimic estrogen, the actual effects of this low level of activity on the body do not cause cancer in a higher incidence than naturally occurring estrogen. Nonetheless, many paraben-free products are being created to avoid the possible dangers of ethylparaben and other paraben-based preservatives.
Safety Measures/Side Effects of Methylparaben
However. In a 2004 study published by the Journal of Applied Toxicology, 18 of 20 malignant breast tumors showed high concentrations of parabens, which are known to mimic estrogen in the body and affect the growth of breast tissue. Dr. Darbre, one of the chief scientists on the study, acknowledged that One would expect tumours to occur evenly, with 20 per cent arising in each of the five areas of the breast But these results help explain why up to 60 per cent of all breast tumours are found in just one-fifth of the breast the upper-outer quadrant, nearest the underarm (Source). Not all deodorants contain parabens; however, many beauty products in addition to deodorant contain parabens, including face cream, body lotions, cleansers and shampoos.
Zinc Oxide is the best broad spectrum UVA and UVB reflector and can be added to creams and lotions to add sun protection. This makes it perfect for the DIY who is concerned about the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation on the skin.
Zinc Oxide(Please note this particular zinc oxide is non-nano which is what most people are looking for when it comes to skincare applications among other things.)
Philosophers Wool, Chinese White, and Flowers of Zinc, these are some of the names given to a compound thats uses range from rubber to ceramics; concrete to medicine; to food; paints to electronics and everything in between. Its official name is Zinc Oxide, and its uses are expanding as fast as technology is advancing. Many of its uses take advantage of its ability to conduct heat, antibacterial and UV-protection properties as well as its ability to act as a binding agent when mixed with other substances.
Zinc Oxide can occur naturally as the mineral zincite. This rare crystal has been found the Franklin and Sterling Hill Mines in New Jersey. These crystals can also be formed artificially and are a natural by-product of smelting zinc. Both natural and synthetic crystals can be colored dark red, orange, yellow and green. However to keep up with a nearly one million tons per year industrial demand for zinc oxide, most is created artificially by several different processes:
The American process involves heating zinc composites (such as the above mentioned by-products of zinc smelting) with carbon in order to create zinc vapor. This vapor then reacts with the oxygen in the air to produce zinc oxide that, as it cools, can be collected. The more common method is the French process. This similar process utilizes metallic zinc heated inside a graphite container that can withstand extreme temperatures.
Specialized laboratory processes can synthesis zinc oxide for various niche applications (such as creating nanowire, thin film, or mass production). The white powdered form can be created by running an electric current through a solution of sodium bicarbonate with a zinc anode inside. The resulting zinc hydroxide gas produced is heated and decomposes into zinc oxide. Extremely pure forms of zinc oxide have exciting applications in nanotechnology. Compatible with well-developed silicon technologies zinc oxide nanowires have potential use in computing, solar energy and beyond.
A long but vague history
Thought to be used to treat skin conditions for thousands of years, without modern classifications and terminology it is impossible to know for certain what our ancestors were using. Our first known use of the product was in paints and pigments in 1834. Because zinc oxide doesnt turn black in air contaminated with sulfur, it makes an excellent bright white permanent paint. It is also non-toxic and more economical than other available technologies at the time. One drawback was that zinc oxide itself becomes brittle as it dries. Art work from the late 1890s and early 1900s developed cracks over time.
Uses of Zinc OxideZinc Oxide can be added to creams and lotions to add sun protection. This makes it perfect for the do-it-yourselfer who is concerned about the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation on the skin. It is the best broad spectrum UVA and UVB reflector approved for use as a sunscreen by the Food and Drug Administration. This is because zinc oxide does not absorb into the skin when applied with a lotion. Instead it sits on top of the skin and reflects both UVA and UVB light. Because it isnt absorbed into the skin, it doesnt irritate or cause allergic reactions.
Roughly half of the worlds use of Zinc Oxide is done in the rubber industry. It is an important ingredient in turning sticky rubber into more durable and form with an ability to resist the growth of mold and fungi as well as impart a resistance to ultra violet light. It is also used in the ceramic industry to create various finishes. Small amounts added to a finish creates a glossy shiny surface. While larger amounts create a matte and crystalline finish. Its high heat capacity and temperature stability combined with its low expansion make it perfectly suited for ceramics.
One of the most significant advances in concrete has found zinc oxide quite beneficial. Self-compacting concrete is a relatively new form of concrete that is able to be poured inside formwork, around reinforcements and through narrow passageways. Self-compacting concrete is then able to consolidate by itself without vibration, simply by its own weight. A study, Sythesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Their Effect on the Compressive Strength and Setting Time of Self-Compacted Concrete Paste as Cementitious Composites, by Mohammad Reza Arefi and Saeed Rezaei-Zarchi found that the addition of zinc oxide nanoparticles at different concentrations improved the flexural strength of self-compacting concrete. This addition also reduced the number of harmful pores inside the concrete thus increasing the mechanical strength.
Found in calamine lotion, baby powder, anti-dandruff shampoos and diaper rash ointment, zinc oxide has many medical uses. The basic antibacterial and deodorizing properties also result in it being used as an additive in cotton fabrics, rubber and food packaging. These characteristic isnt exclusive to zinc oxide, but can also be found in silver. Both have fine particles with a relatively large surface area, but silvers use is uneconomical.
Added to charcoal, it used in filters to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals from smoke. As a pigment in paints it has resulted in a color called Chinese white. It also is a primary ingredient in many mineral makeup products.
It is also long been used to add a corrosive resistant finish on metals, especially useful on iron which reacts with organic coatings resulting in a loss of adhesion. Zinc Oxide coatings are used on energy-saving and heat-protecting windows. The coating lets visible light through while reflecting infrared radiation. Applied on the inside of a window helps keep heat inside a room, while on the outside help keeps the heat out.
Many have expressed concern that zinc oxide may be absorbed into the skin, however scientific studies have found no evidence that any ill-effects of direct contact with skin. Try adding zinc oxide into your repertoire of homemade ingredients. From adding SPF to your lotions and lip balms, to helping preventing dandruff in your shampoos, zinc oxide might become your best friend.
Emulsifying wax is an essential ingredient for making lotions and creams. It serves thickening agent in lotions, creams & emulsions. The wax helps bond the oils and water to ensure a better cosmetic product
Emulsifying WaxOur vegetable based Emulsifying wax is sourced fromnaturallyoccurring fats and esters, further processed into a convenient pastille flake form. Emulsifying wax is an ideal medium for the blending of fine creams, lotions and other fluid cosmetics which contain oil and water. The ability of emulsifying wax to bind oil and water in perfect union is unparalleled, and today it remains the most ubiquitous substance in a cosmetic manufacturers formulary. Formulators of natural cosmetics know all too well the frustration that can arise when the water and oil in our creations separate, and emulsifying wax is the solution to this persistent problem.The wax assists in improving the consistency and texture of final products without leaving a greasy film on the outer skin after application. It acts as a mild stabilizer and thickener which ultimately depends on the amount added to your recipe.
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In the personal care and cosmetic industry, carnauba wax is used in the formulation of many items such as deodorants, hair products, lipstick, mascara, and facial creams due to its emollient properties.
Carnauba Wax T1Carnauba wax is a vegetable wax obtained from the leaves of a Brazilian palm tree (Copernica cerifera) known as the Tree of Life. Carnauba wax is the hardest natural wax available. Commercially, it is widely used in the cosmetic, body care, food, pharmaceutical, automotive, and other industries. Carnauba wax is a wonderful ingredient to use in natural cosmetics. It is extremely durable, and dries to a glossy finish. Commonly found in lipsticks and lip balms, it may also be used in salves, balms, and in any recipe where beeswax is called for. It is a great alternative to beeswax, and a crucial ingredient in the vegan cosmetics industry. To use Carnauba wax in your recipe, it must be heated to a higher melting point than beeswax. It requires a temperature of 180-185 degrees in order to melt. Please note that Carnauba wax is harder than beeswax, and this must be taken into consideration when incorporating it into your recipes.
Carnauba wax is produced and sold in different grades with T1 being the highest quality and purity available. The T1 grade of carnauba wax is lighter in colour compared to other grades in the industry. It is a hard brittle wax known as the hardest natural wax, available in small flake form. It has a high melting point and light characteristic aroma.
T1 carnauba wax is widely used incosmetic, food, and industrial applications. In the personal care and cosmetic industry, carnauba wax is used in the formulation of many items such as deodorants, hair products, lipstick, mascara, and facial creams due to its emollient properties. It helps thicken and soften products applied directly on the skin. Carnauba wax gives many edible goods its glossy polish such as fresh fruit, nuts, coffee beans, and various fruit chews and hard candies. Carnauba wax is often combined with other waxes to create industrial polishes and finishes.
Geogard 221 is a clear, light yellow to orange liquid globally approved preservative for cosmetics and toiletries with broad spectrum activity. This preservative is based on dehydroacetic acid (DHA) and benzyl alcohol and meets NPA and Soil Association standards and is effective in a wide pH range.
The maximum usage level for Dehydroacetic acid and Benzyl alcohol in Cosmetic formulations within the EU is 1.1%
Country of Origin: Germany
Benzylalcohol-DHA (Geogard 221/Preservative Eco equivalent)Refered to by many names such as Geogard 221 / Cosgard it is an equivalent of Preservative Eco
INCI: Benzyl Alcohol (and) Dehydroacetic Acid
A multi-use, broad spectrum preservative system that is a combination of Organic acid and alcohol that can be added at room and elevated temperatures
Dehydroacetic acid & Benzyl alcohol are both Organic compounds which are accepted for use in natural cosmetics, offering a broad spectrum of stability at a wide range of pH. The Organic preservative compound is a non paraben, non-formaldehyde, non-isothiazolone based preservative system.
Dehydroacetic acid & Benzyl alcohol is suitable for use in various cosmetic applications such as shampoos, conditioners, moisturisers, cream lotions, bubble baths, wet wipes and sunscreens. The Organic preservative compound makes it suitable for use in products containing other Organic ingredients.
The preservative conforms to the requirements of COSMOS and ECOCERT.
Usage instructionsAdd the Organic Preservative compound at temperatures under 45c. The preservative has a slight yellowy tinge which isnt visible in creams, lotions and emulsified products. A small yellow tinge may be seen in clear shower products. The Organic preservative compound has a very low odour making it suitable for use alone or with essential oils, where the true scent of the oils can come through without fighting the scent of the preservative. The preservative system is safe for use with products between a pH of 2 and 7.
The maximum usage level for Dehydroacetic acid and Benzyl alcohol in Cosmetic formulations within the EU is 1.1%
PrecautionsNot for internal use. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from eyes. Always test for compatibility with your formulation.
Dehydroacetic acid is prohibited for use in aerosols within the EU
