Preservative Boosters, Humectants & Solvents
Elixi-CARE PDO is a naturally derived glycol with high purity produced from 100% renewable, GMO-free sources. It can be used as a solvent, emollient, humectant and/or antimicrobial agent as well as a carrier for actives in cosmetics and personal care products.
Elixi-CARE PDO acts as a humectant for hair and skin, attracting moisture and promoting water retention to provide a moisturizing boost.
Elixi-CARE PDO is made from naturally derived Glycol and is an excellent COSMOS alternative to petroleum-based Glycols such as Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol or Methyl-Propanediol. Pure Elixi-CARE PDO has a pH near 7. Even at a concentration higher than 70% no skin irritation or sensitization occurs. Compared to standard Glycols, Elixi-CARE PDO gives better performance both in skin moisturization (no tackiness and filming, soft feeling) and hair moisturization (higher water absorption, increased smoothness and softness). Elixi-CARE PDO has a synergistic effect in combination with Glycerine, giving a long-lasting moisturizing effect. Actives such as Allantoin, Glycolic Acid and various other antioxidants show a high solubility in Elixi-CARE PDO and better performance compared to water-based solutions. Its polar character mediated by the two hydroxy substituents causes the unlimited solubility in water.
Dosage level
Recommended use concentration
2-10% (as a booster)
Solubility
completely soluble in water at all proportions
We suggest adding the recommended concentration at the water phase of your formulation.
Specifications
Aspect | Colorless liquid |
Color (APHA) | 10 max |
Water content | 0,1% max |
Benefits
• Produced from 100% renewable sources
• GMO-free
• Excellent booster for preservative system
• Improve moisturizing efficiency
• Non skin sensitizing or irritating
• Excellent sensory profile.
APPLICATIONS
Cosmetics
Fragrances
Pharmaceuticals
Natural extracts