Some ingredients, like fragrances, preservatives, colorants and propellants, are used for a specific purpose in a formulation and deliver a specific benefit. Others can provide multiple benefits within a system, creating a cost-effective and efficient way to create high-performance personal care and cosmetic products.
Check out the infographic to the left for examples of multitasking ingredients that go the extra mile (or ten) for your formulation.
Highlights from the infographic:
- Some ingredients are used for a specific purpose in a formulation to deliver a specific benefit. Examples include fragrances, preservatives, colorants and propellants.
- And some ingredients can deliver multiple benefits within a system.
- By putting research into materials selection, formulators can design efficacious, cost-effective products with few ingredients.
- Examples of multifunctional ingredients:
Glyceryl stearate – emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent-emollient
Cetrimonium chloride – emulsifying agent, anti-static agent and cosmetic biocide
Colloidal oatmeal – skin protectant, abrasive, absorbent and bulking agent
Lactic acid – exfoliant, humectant and pH adjuster. - Since cosmetic ingredients can have multiple functions, it’s important to do your research to be aware of the potential intended and unintended benefits.
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