Film Formers

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DL Marine Collagen

Derived from the scaled and skin of fish, DL Marine Collagen is renowned for its superior bioavailability and potential to improve skin elasticity and hydration. When incorporated into skincare products, it assists in promoting a youthful appearance by minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Moreover, its natural compatibility with human skin makes it an exceptional choice for formulators aiming to deliver enhanced moisturizing and anti-aging properties.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
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DL Oligoquat PF

Composed of Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides, DL Oligoquat PF serves as a multi-functional conditioning agent that elevates both skin and hair care products. Its unique structure lends itself to enhanced moisture retention, resulting in softer, more hydrated skin and lustrous, manageable hair. Additionally, its cationic nature provides excellent substantivity, ensuring long-lasting effects that consumers will love.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
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DL Wheat Protein

With its natural origin and superior water-binding properties, DL Wheat Protein imparts exceptional moisture retention capabilities, leaving skin and hair feeling nourished and hydrated. Furthermore, its unique ability to strengthen hair fibers and increase elasticity makes it an ideal choice for hair care products, promoting healthier and more manageable locks. Overall, DL Wheat Protein is a versatile ingredient that provides both hydration and structural support, making it an essential asset for formulators aiming to create high-quality cosmetics.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
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DL White Beeswax

DL White Beeswax, derived from natural sources and meticulously refined to achieve its pristine white appearance, is an exceptional cosmetic ingredient for product formulators. Produced without the use of Class 1, 2, or 3 solvents, it guarantees a solvent-free manufacturing process, ensuring the utmost purity. Its advantages are manifold, offering high binding strength, remarkable plasticity, and outstanding emulsification properties, which in turn enhance product structure, oil retention, application pay-off, and mold release in stick formulations. This versatile ingredient finds its applications in cosmetics, creams, lotions, pharmaceuticals, ointments, tablet coatings, candles, confections, hard shell candy coatings, as well as wood and floor polishes. DL White Beeswax exhibits compatibility with a wide range of vegetable and mineral waxes, as well as various natural and synthetic resins, making it an indispensable choice for cosmetic formulations.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
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Easyliance

Easyliance® by Givaudan Active Beauty acts as a smoothing and firming agent. It is a synergistic blend of a hydrolyzed biopolymer obtained by fermentation and Acacia gum. It is preservative-free grade. It offers smoothing activity by mechanical effect and visible lifting effect within 5 minutes. Easyliance® is used in eye contour and men care.

Manufacturer: Givaudan Active Beauty
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Easyliance® 2.0

Easyliance® 2.0 is an eco-friendly blend of hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum and responsibly sourced African Acacia Gum that delivers an instant lifting effect, making it ideal for anti-aging applications. Crafted using green fractionation and white biotechnology methods, it passes multiple regulatory standards, including INCI China IECIC and is Cosmos-approved and vegan-friendly. Within just 5 minutes of application, clinical tests show that it smooths the skin’s surface through a mechanical action, making it especially effective for mature skin, eye contour issues, men’s care, and reducing the appearance of crow’s feet. Its multifaceted benefits include anti-wrinkle properties, fine line reduction, and film-forming capabilities, offering formulators a versatile ingredient for developing premium skincare products.

Manufacturer: Givaudan Active Beauty
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Formulated Candelilla Wax

Unearth the magic of Candelilla Wax, a natural marvel extracted from the resilient leaves of the Candelilla shrub. Not only does this wax form a delicate protective barrier on the skin, preserving vital hydration for the epidermis, but it also ensures unparalleled consistency in anhydrous systems. Incorporate Natura-tec Formulated Candelilla Wax into your skincare routine and experience nature’s own safeguard for radiant, moisturized skin.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
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Glycoderm™ (P)

Glycoderm™ (P) is a unique liposomal moisturizer designed to enhance the skin’s hydration. Its innovative liposomal structure efficiently delivers biotechnologically produced hyaluronic acid and natural blossom honey into the skin, promoting rapid absorption and nourishment. Formulators benefit from its polyvalent approach, aiding in maintaining and restoring the skin’s lipid barrier while supplying vital components for water retention and skin moisturization.

Manufacturer: CLR Berlin
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Glycuron™ Marshmallow

Glycuron™ Marshmallow is a 100% natural active ingredient derived from the roots of the marshmallow plant (Althaea officinalis), known for its rich content of polysaccharides such as glucans and arabinogalactans. This ingredient forms a protective and soothing film on both skin and hair, providing a dual-action defense against the harsh effects of urban environments. By creating a barrier that prevents the adhesion of pollutants and aiding in their removal, Glycuron™ Marshmallow helps to maintain skin hydration and reduce signs of aging while also strengthening hair, reducing roughness, and enhancing shine. Ideal for products embracing the “skinification” trend, this versatile ingredient offers protection, repair, and moisturization in one for a powerful formulation.

Manufacturer: Seqens
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Maricol S

Maricol S is an ideal choice for formulators seeking to address dry, mature, or environmentally stressed skin, thanks to its exceptional film-forming and skin-protective qualities. Derived from fish skin, this native soluble collagen offers a natural and effective solution for skincare formulations.

Manufacturer: CLR Berlin
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Plantsil™

Natura-Tec Plantsil™ is a remarkable sensory enhancer and versatile alternative to traditional silicones in cosmetic formulations. Derived from plant-based materials, this transparent fluid oil offers a light, non-greasy feel with a smooth, elegant, and powdery finish on the skin. It replicates the volatile sensation of cyclomethicone, making it an excellent choice for haircare products as a conditioning agent, and it’s compatible with common surfactants. Whether used in skincare, sun care, men’s grooming, makeup, baby care, or shampoo formulations, Plantsil™ delivers a silky touch, long-lasting smoothness, and a natural solution for skin cleansing and protection, all while restoring suppleness and elasticity.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
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Plantsil™ Xcite 100

Natura-Tec Plantsil™ Xcite 100 is a plant-based silicone alternative with a low viscosity of ?100 cst. When used in cosmetic formulations, it exhibits excellent spreading properties and forms a delicate, protective, and lightweight film on the skin, leaving no greasy residue. This natural alternative to low-viscosity dimethicones, which are non-volatile silicones, offers medium spreadability, making it ideal for creating non-sticky moisture barriers in elegant skin protective formulas or haircare products, preventing long-term buildup. Additionally, its transparent, low-odor liquid form is easy to incorporate into modern formulations, enhancing the overall texture and sensory experience of the final products.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
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DL Marine Collagen

Derived from the scaled and skin of fish, DL Marine Collagen is renowned for its superior bioavailability and potential to improve skin elasticity and hydration. When incorporated into skincare products, it assists in promoting a youthful appearance by minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Moreover, its natural compatibility with human skin makes it an exceptional choice for formulators aiming to deliver enhanced moisturizing and anti-aging properties.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
View

DL Oligoquat PF

Composed of Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides, DL Oligoquat PF serves as a multi-functional conditioning agent that elevates both skin and hair care products. Its unique structure lends itself to enhanced moisture retention, resulting in softer, more hydrated skin and lustrous, manageable hair. Additionally, its cationic nature provides excellent substantivity, ensuring long-lasting effects that consumers will love.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
View

DL Wheat Protein

With its natural origin and superior water-binding properties, DL Wheat Protein imparts exceptional moisture retention capabilities, leaving skin and hair feeling nourished and hydrated. Furthermore, its unique ability to strengthen hair fibers and increase elasticity makes it an ideal choice for hair care products, promoting healthier and more manageable locks. Overall, DL Wheat Protein is a versatile ingredient that provides both hydration and structural support, making it an essential asset for formulators aiming to create high-quality cosmetics.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
View

DL White Beeswax

DL White Beeswax, derived from natural sources and meticulously refined to achieve its pristine white appearance, is an exceptional cosmetic ingredient for product formulators. Produced without the use of Class 1, 2, or 3 solvents, it guarantees a solvent-free manufacturing process, ensuring the utmost purity. Its advantages are manifold, offering high binding strength, remarkable plasticity, and outstanding emulsification properties, which in turn enhance product structure, oil retention, application pay-off, and mold release in stick formulations. This versatile ingredient finds its applications in cosmetics, creams, lotions, pharmaceuticals, ointments, tablet coatings, candles, confections, hard shell candy coatings, as well as wood and floor polishes. DL White Beeswax exhibits compatibility with a wide range of vegetable and mineral waxes, as well as various natural and synthetic resins, making it an indispensable choice for cosmetic formulations.

Manufacturer: Deveraux Specialties
View

Easyliance

Easyliance® by Givaudan Active Beauty acts as a smoothing and firming agent. It is a synergistic blend of a hydrolyzed biopolymer obtained by fermentation and Acacia gum. It is preservative-free grade. It offers smoothing activity by mechanical effect and visible lifting effect within 5 minutes. Easyliance® is used in eye contour and men care.

Manufacturer: Givaudan Active Beauty
View

Easyliance® 2.0

Easyliance® 2.0 is an eco-friendly blend of hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum and responsibly sourced African Acacia Gum that delivers an instant lifting effect, making it ideal for anti-aging applications. Crafted using green fractionation and white biotechnology methods, it passes multiple regulatory standards, including INCI China IECIC and is Cosmos-approved and vegan-friendly. Within just 5 minutes of application, clinical tests show that it smooths the skin’s surface through a mechanical action, making it especially effective for mature skin, eye contour issues, men’s care, and reducing the appearance of crow’s feet. Its multifaceted benefits include anti-wrinkle properties, fine line reduction, and film-forming capabilities, offering formulators a versatile ingredient for developing premium skincare products.

Manufacturer: Givaudan Active Beauty
View

Formulated Candelilla Wax

Unearth the magic of Candelilla Wax, a natural marvel extracted from the resilient leaves of the Candelilla shrub. Not only does this wax form a delicate protective barrier on the skin, preserving vital hydration for the epidermis, but it also ensures unparalleled consistency in anhydrous systems. Incorporate Natura-tec Formulated Candelilla Wax into your skincare routine and experience nature’s own safeguard for radiant, moisturized skin.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
View

Glycoderm™ (P)

Glycoderm™ (P) is a unique liposomal moisturizer designed to enhance the skin’s hydration. Its innovative liposomal structure efficiently delivers biotechnologically produced hyaluronic acid and natural blossom honey into the skin, promoting rapid absorption and nourishment. Formulators benefit from its polyvalent approach, aiding in maintaining and restoring the skin’s lipid barrier while supplying vital components for water retention and skin moisturization.

Manufacturer: CLR Berlin
View

Glycuron™ Marshmallow

Glycuron™ Marshmallow is a 100% natural active ingredient derived from the roots of the marshmallow plant (Althaea officinalis), known for its rich content of polysaccharides such as glucans and arabinogalactans. This ingredient forms a protective and soothing film on both skin and hair, providing a dual-action defense against the harsh effects of urban environments. By creating a barrier that prevents the adhesion of pollutants and aiding in their removal, Glycuron™ Marshmallow helps to maintain skin hydration and reduce signs of aging while also strengthening hair, reducing roughness, and enhancing shine. Ideal for products embracing the “skinification” trend, this versatile ingredient offers protection, repair, and moisturization in one for a powerful formulation.

Manufacturer: Seqens
View

Maricol S

Maricol S is an ideal choice for formulators seeking to address dry, mature, or environmentally stressed skin, thanks to its exceptional film-forming and skin-protective qualities. Derived from fish skin, this native soluble collagen offers a natural and effective solution for skincare formulations.

Manufacturer: CLR Berlin
View

Plantsil™

Natura-Tec Plantsil™ is a remarkable sensory enhancer and versatile alternative to traditional silicones in cosmetic formulations. Derived from plant-based materials, this transparent fluid oil offers a light, non-greasy feel with a smooth, elegant, and powdery finish on the skin. It replicates the volatile sensation of cyclomethicone, making it an excellent choice for haircare products as a conditioning agent, and it’s compatible with common surfactants. Whether used in skincare, sun care, men’s grooming, makeup, baby care, or shampoo formulations, Plantsil™ delivers a silky touch, long-lasting smoothness, and a natural solution for skin cleansing and protection, all while restoring suppleness and elasticity.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
View

Plantsil™ Xcite 100

Natura-Tec Plantsil™ Xcite 100 is a plant-based silicone alternative with a low viscosity of ?100 cst. When used in cosmetic formulations, it exhibits excellent spreading properties and forms a delicate, protective, and lightweight film on the skin, leaving no greasy residue. This natural alternative to low-viscosity dimethicones, which are non-volatile silicones, offers medium spreadability, making it ideal for creating non-sticky moisture barriers in elegant skin protective formulas or haircare products, preventing long-term buildup. Additionally, its transparent, low-odor liquid form is easy to incorporate into modern formulations, enhancing the overall texture and sensory experience of the final products.

Manufacturer: Natura-Tec
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