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    3. Cromollient™ DP3A

    Cromollient™ DP3A

    Rich emollient and skin care delivery system. Slow spreading oil that provides a distinctive, rich feel yet is dry to the touch. Excellent pigment dispersant, solvent and carrier for actives. Listed on IECIC for China.

    INCI name

    Di-PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Adipate

    Cromollient DP3A

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    Product details

    Physical form at 25°C

    • Liquid

    Chemistry

    • Emollient esters & ethers

    Functions

    • Pigment wetters
    • Skin conditioning
    • Solvents
    • Spreading agents

    Regional availability

    • Asia
    • Europe
    • Latin America
    • N America

    Category

    • Sun care
    • Colour cosmetics

    Applications

    • Antiperspirants & deodorants
    • After sun
    • Body care
    • Eye colour
    • Eye contour care
    • Face / neck skin care
    • Face colour
    • Lip care
    • Lip colour
    • Shaving / hair removal
    • Sun protection
    • Tanning

    Consumer benefit

    • Gloss / shine / vibrancy
    • Smoothing
    • Softness

    Regional compliance

    • IECIC

    Biodegradability

    • Readily biodegradable
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    Formulations

    Cationic Lotion with CROMOLLIENT DP3A

    This simple formula offers the economy and convenience of single phase production, yet produces a lotion with the elegant emollience of an upscale product. The formula is designed to showcase the superior emolliency of CROMOLLIENT DP3A and demonstrate the emulsifying power of INCROQUAT BEHENYL TMS....
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    Milky Moisturizing Body Spray

    This moisturizing body spray demonstrates the ability of CRODAFOS CS20A to produce a thin, milky emulsion. The product sprays easily and leaves a pleasant emollient after-feel that is provided by CROMOLLIENT DP3A and CROMOLLIENT SCE. SUPER STEROL ESTER imparts moisturization.
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    O/W Smoothing Spray

    This moisturizing body spray demonstrates the ability of CRODAFOS CS-20A to produce a thin, milky emulsion. The product sprays easily and leaves a pleasant emollient afterfeel which is provided by CROMOLLIENT DP3A and CROMOLLIENT SCE. SUPER STEROL ESTER imparts moisurization.
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    Shine-On Lipstick with CRODAMOL STS

    This lipstick formula features CRODAMOL STS with a mix of other Croda emollients. CRODAMOL STS is a silicone-like ester that has the shine and feel characteristics of the silicones, plus excellent wax solvency, pigment wetting and spreading.
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    Super Moisturizing Lipstick

    This Super Moisturizing Lipstick demonstrates the high pigment wetting and excellent wax solvency of CROMOLLIENT DP3A. Due to its slow spreading, the di-ester also helps prevent the stick from feathering or creeping. The lipstick acquires its "super moisturizing" from SUPER STEROL ESTER, an...
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    Soothing Eye Gel

    This smooth and creamy gel contains EYELISS™ and PHYTEXCELL™ CUCUMBER to sooth and reduce puffiness. VISCOPTIMA™ SE creates the unique texture and excellent skin feel, so no additional emulsifiers are necessary.
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    Smooth Appearance Liquid Foundation

    Create a silky smooth liquid foundation that is silicone free thanks to Arlasense V5 – which reduces tack and provides superior skin spreading. The combination of Arlasense V5 and Cromollient™ DP3A are a perfect pigment wetting duo delivering even coverage and a smooth appearance to the skin.
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    Dual-Action Youth Extender

    Boost your skin’s defense against environmental damage with this plant cell activated complex. MARRUCELL™ maximizes your "natural protection factor" by boosting your skin's detoxifying enzymes so they are ready "on-demand" when you face the elements. GARDECELL™ is a triple targeted collagen system...
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    Daily Renewal Sensitive Skin Exfoliating Serum with Phytessence Pink Pomelo EC

    This light-weight serum, specially formulated for sensitive skin, provides mild exfoliation, gentle enough for daily use. Phytessence Pink Pomelo EC is an organic-certified, natural exfoliator, that is proven to take days off of the skin cell renewal cycle without irritation, even for sensitive skin...
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    Ultra-Rich Cream

    This formulation is a thick cream demonstrating the excellent stabilisation characteristics of ViscOptima™ SE.
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    Pollution Defence Pressed Serum with Citystem™

    Weirdest. Texture. Ever. This emulsion is neither a cream nor a gel. It is a super concentrated serum that looks like a gel but is rich like a cream. The special combination of Volarest™ FL, ViscOptima™SE and gelling agents create this special jelly texture. It glides smoothly onto your skin,...
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    Matte Lipstick Duo

    e bold and make a statement with these super saturated shades that last all day. This ultra comfortable formulation uses Super Sterol Liquid™ and Crodamol™ ISIS to support the skin barrier and moisturise the lips, improving the condition of the lips over time. OleoCraft™ LP-20 provides film...
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    Metallic Fusion Lipstick – Sapphire Moon

    Break the rules with our Metallic Fusion Lipstick. This formulation adds alluring dimensions to your lips, made possible by the addition of our Moonshine™ Effect Pigments. These borosilicate-based pigments turn the ordinary into extraordinary, with their brilliant reflective properties creating a...
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    After Glow Body Oil

    Stand out from the crowd and shine like a star with our After Glow Body Oil. Formulated with Moonshine™ Effect Pigments, this body oil will immediately transform your skin from dull to dazzling! This oil does not just create prismatic perfection, but also provides intense skin conditioning using...
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    Limitless Wear Clean Kisses Lipstick

    Formulated to meet growing trends in clean beauty, this lipstick uses minimal, non-toxic ingredients to provide a long-lasting, clean formula perfect for wear all day, every day. Crodabond™ CSA is a naturally-derived film-forming agent that enhances wear potential, allowing consumers to kiss ‘n go...
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    Lippin Dots Lipstick

    Dip into this stunning deep red Lippin Dots Lipstick to complete any makeup look! This minimal ingredient formulation is sure to impress, without any synthetic waxes or preservatives. Crodabond™ CSA is a naturally derived film-forming agent that enhances wear potential, while Crodamol™ PTIS is a...
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    Cosmic Glaze Lip Topper – Pink

    Transport your look out of this world with this easy to apply formula, which glides on to give a dazzling sparkle effect on the lips. Transform the finish of any lip product with the help of our Moonshine™ Effect Series pigments which provide a hint of colour and a jewel-like sparkle. The larger...
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    Cosmic Glaze Lip Topper – Blue

    Transport your look out of this world with this easy to apply formula, which glides on to give a dazzling sparkle effect on the lips. Transform the finish of any lip product with the help of our Moonshine™ Effect Series pigments which provide a hint of colour and a jewel-like sparkle. The larger...
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    Solaveil Harmony Demonstration Prototype

    Luxuriously protect and nourish your skin with this PEG-free lotion. Not only does it enrich sensitive, dry skin with powerful hydrating agents, but also defends against UV rays and environmental pollution to keep your skin looking young and feeling smooth. Solaveil™ HTP1, our nature-identical...
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    Brow Bomb Pomade

    This multifunctional brow pomade’s natural, powdery finish creates defined brows for buildable coverage and treats your skin and hair with moisturising actives. Our vegan suitable and 47% bio-based silicone alternative, Crodamol™ STS, forms stationary films with low skin spreading and retains your...
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    Complexion Perfection Face Primer

    This double-action primer preps and improves your skin in one swipe, thanks to the addition of BB-Biont™ which has been proven to protect the skin’s microbiome to avoid inflammatory skin damage and promote healthy skin. Prolevis™, a high-molecular weight protein hydrolysate, also offers...
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    Defining Brow Pomade

    This multifunctional brow pomade’s natural, powdery finish creates defined brows with buildable coverage and treats your skin and hair with moisturising actives. Our vegan suitable* silicone alternative, Crodamol™ STS, forms stationary films with low skin spreading and helps retain your brow hair’s...
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    Naturally Boosted Pink Lipstick with ChromaPur™ CV7

    ChromaPur CV7 provides the perfect pop of colour in this bold pink lipstick. This 100% natural, readily biodegradable cellulose powder offers a direct sensory equivalent for Nylon-12, and is able to enhance pay-off, coverage and colour intensity in lipsticks. This formulation is included in the...
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