Solution Approach
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Typical Formulation Workflow
1
Concept & Claim Definition
Define the product type, sensory and claim targets, and the regulatory and label framework (INCI, regional cosmetic regulations, certifications).
2
Ingredient Selection
Match emollients, emulsifiers, surfactants, actives, preservatives, or rheology modifiers to the formula, skin-feel, and compatibility window.
3
Bench Formulation
Build and stabilize the emulsion or system at the bench, checking pH, viscosity, preservative efficacy, and aesthetics.
4
Stability & Compliance Validation
Run stability and compatibility testing, confirm preservative efficacy, and finalize the INCI, CoA, and documentation.
Recommended Chemistries (6)
Cocobetaine 35%
CAS 61789-40-0
Surfactants
Amphoteric secondary surfactant and foam booster
Forms larger mixed micelles with harsher anionics, lowering free-monomer concentration so less protein/lipid is stripped from the scalp
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Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CAS 156028-14-7
Surfactants
Conditioning
Very low-irritation amphoteric (baby-shampoo class) that cleans while minimizing ocular and scalp sting
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Decyl / Undecyl Glucoside
CAS 58846-77-8
Surfactants
Gentle plant-derived glucoside cleanser
Alkyl polyglucoside with a high CMC and gentle skin profile, replacing part of the anionic load to cut irritation
Collision Cross Section: 192.6 Å2-
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CAS 61789-32-0
Specialty Additives
Mild syndet-bar cleanser
Isethionate with low protein denaturation gives a creamy, low-irritation lather
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Allantoin
CAS 97-59-6
Specialty Additives
Skin soother and cell proliferant
Skin-soothing agent that supports a calmer scalp feel in sensitive formulas
Melting Point: 239 °C /Racemic form/ Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, methanol, pyridine PH: pH = 4.5 - 6 (5% in water, 20 °C)
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D-Panthenol
CAS 81-13-0
Specialty Additives
Conditioning
Provitamin B5 humectant that conditions and supports scalp/hair feel
Melting Point: < 25 °C Boiling Point: Decomposes Density: 1.2 at 20 °C/20 °C
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Stabilizers & Processing Aids
Chelators, antioxidants, preservative boosters, pH buffers, and UV filters protecting formulation integrity through processing and shelf life
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Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
Anionic sulfates, mild glucosides, betaines, and amphoterics that generate foam and lift soil in rinse-off shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers.
SurfactancyCleansingFoamWetting
16 chemistries
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