Preservative Boosters, Humectants & Solvents

Elixi-CARE HD

  • Cas No- 6920-22-5
  • INCI.- 1,2-Hexanediol

Elixi-CARE HD, 1,2-Hexanediol, is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient and fully effective in most cosmetic formulations like toners, gels, creams, lotions, wipes (including facial masks) as well as in rinse-off products like shampoos, bodywashes, etc. Additionally, it is a non-irritating ingredient and can be used safely for all kinds of skin types.

Elixi-CARE HD is used in personal care and cosmetic products as a solvent, a humectant, a viscosity decreasing agent and as an active with antimicrobial properties. As a solvent, it can help to dissolve other ingredients and improve the spread ability of products. As a humectant, it can help to moisturize the skin by attracting and retaining moisture from the air. As a viscosity decreasing agent, it can help to thin out products and improve their flow. As an active with antimicrobial properties, it will support the efficacy of different preservative ingredients.

Elixi-CARE HD is a versatile solvent that can also boost or aid the preservation of cosmetic formulations. It creates a biostatic environment that could prevent the growth of microorganisms. It is a multifunctional ingredient: moisturizer and solvent which can be used in cosmetic emulsion systems such as skin care creams and lotions or in surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers, and shampoos.

Recommended use concentration: 0.5 % - 3.0 %

Solubility: Completely soluble in water

Temperature stability: Up to 100°C

pH stability: Up to pH of 12

Appearance

  Clear colorless liquid

Odor

  Characteristic odor to odor free

Assay (%)

  99.0 min.

Water (%)

  0.3 max.

Benefits

  • Excellent booster for different preservative active ingredients

  • Improves moisturizing efficiency

  • Non skin sensitizer or irritating different skin types

  • Excellent sensory profile

Cosmetics

  • Skin care

  • Sun care

  • Baby care

  • Toiletries

  • Make up

  • Oral care

  • Hair care

  • Wet wipes (including facial masks)

Fragrances
Pharmaceuticals
Plant extracts