Preservative Boosters, Humectants & Solvents
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