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NatraGem™ E145 NP

Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate (and) Aqua

NatraGem E145 NP is a versatile high HLB, oil-in-water emulsifier effective in the creation of sprayable to pourable lotions. Designed to be robust, NatraGem E145 NP is the perfect emulsification solution for difficult to work with actives often found in sun care and BB creams. With excellent compatibility with both low and high polarity oils and efficient electrolyte, pH and temperature tolerance, NatraGem E145 NP is the emulsifier of choice for stable cosmetic formulations. NatraGem E145 NP is 100% naturally derived and suitable for use in hot and cold processed emulsions.

NatraGem™ EW

Glyceryl Stearate (and) Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/ Succinate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol

NatraGem EW is a highly effective emulsifying wax designed offer outstanding efficiency and versatility. With an excellent electrolyte tolerance and compatibility with both high and low polarity oils, NatraGem EW can create pourable lotions to high viscosity creams which are non-whitening on the skin and have great sensory benefits. NatraGem EW is also 100% naturally derived and is approved natural by Ecocert.

NatraGem™ S150 NP

Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate (and) Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/Caprate (and) Water

NatraGem S150NP is a high performance solubiliser and make-up cleanser, developed to incorporate lipophilic cosmetic actives and their carrier oils into clear formulations and provides fantastic cleansing properties. With proven counter irritancy benefits, NatraGem S150NP can be used on even the most sensitive of skin types. It is a perfect ingredient for micellar cleansers/micellar waters. NatraGem S150 NP is an easy to handle, cold processable solution that can be used within gel, alcohol/aqueous, cleansing solutions or detergent systems, without affecting the foaming properties of a formulation. NatraGem S150 NP is also 100% naturally derived and approved by Ecocert.

NatraGem™ S140 NP

Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate (and) Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate (and) Water

NatraGem S140 NP is a versatile solubiliser and effective cleanser designed to incorporate a wide range of lipophilic ingredients into clear formulations and can provide fantastic cleansing properties. With proven counter irritancy benefits, NatraGem S140 NP can be used on the most sensitive of skin types. NatraGem S140 NP is an easy to handle, cold processable solution that can be used within gel, alcohol/aqueous, cleansing solutions or detergent systems, without affecting foaming properties. NatraGem S140 NP boasts exceptional performance with essential oils which would indicate excellent solubilisation performance with fragrances. It is 100% naturally derived and approved natural by Ecocert.

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Natragem EW BB Cream SPF 30

Natragem EW is a high performance oil-in-water emulsifying wax designed to stabilize and thicken formulations. Crodamol ISIS increases skin barrier performance and moisturisation. Resistem helps the skin to build its own anti-ageing defence system. Lumiskin lighten the skin effectively. Solaveil XT-100 has been used to provide broadspectrum protection as well as prevent UV and HEV induced free radicals.

Skin Base with Natragem E145

This formulation contains Natragem E145 that is a naturally derived emulsifier, ideal for creating creams and lotions for a variety of cosmetic applications. In association with DuraQuench IQ SA offers an innovative solution to skin dryness, delivering long lasting moisturization claims and smoother, more radiant skin to all ethnicities. Crodamol ISIS, is a 100% naturally derived ingredient that works in synergy with the stratum corneum lipid lamellae, improving its performance for optimum hydration and protection.

NatraGem™ EW Demo Skin Care Formulation

This demonstrative formulation provides fresh and soft skin sensorial. It uses NatraGem™ EW which is a 100% natural emulsifier system approved by Ecocert, it is recommended for sensitive skin due to its mildness and offers excellent electrolyte tolerance and a light feel. Emollient Crodamol™ STS provides lubricity and richness during application with a conditioned after-feel. Volarest™ FL improves viscosity and stability offering a nice texture to the formulation.

SenStories™ Simple Formulation: NatraGem™ E 145 / Span™ 20

This simple formulation was developed as part of SenStories, with the key differentiator within each formulation being the emulsifier system.

SenStories™ Simple Formulation: NatraGem™ EW

This simple formulation was developed as part of SenStories, with the key differentiator within each formulation being the emulsifier system.

Daily Skin Conditioning Cream

Keep your skin in tip-top condition with this Daily Skin Conditioning Cream. NatraGem EW is a high-performance emulsifying wax delivering both formulator and consumer-appealing benefits. From premium-looking, glossy creams with no whitening to easy-to-use, performance-driven benefits, NatraGem EW can satisfy many different market needs. The inclusion of Crodamol ISIS, a 100% naturally derived ingredient provides a novel mechanism of hydration. Crodamol ISIS is able to work in synergy with the natural skin barrier, altering its structure to significantly improve its performance for optimum hydration and protection while Supermol L provides additional skin conditioning benefits. The combination of emollients, Crodamol SSA and Crodamol IPIS creates a good spreading, light cream with a soft, smooth finish to the skin.

Hair Styling Cream with Volarest FL

This Hair Styling Cream is composed of a few key ingredients to provide a medium hold with a natural look without a greasy feel. Volarest FL is a high performance polymer that provides a bouncy effect and appearance while Natragem E-145 is an eco-certified green emulsifier that increases the styling effect of waxes. Arlacel 2121 and Brij C20 act as co-emulsifiers to help create a styling cream with excellent spreading properties on the hair.

Calming Daisy Baby Face and Body Cream

NatraGem™ EW is a 100% natural emulsifier system approved by Ecocert. It is recommended for sensitive skin due to its mildness and offers excellent electrolyte tolerance and a light feel. Pacifeel™ improves the comfort of sensitive and reactive skin, and Phytessence™ Blue Daisy soothes sensitive skin and reduces skin discomfort.

Naturally Thick & Rich Cream

Pamper yourself with this all natural, luxuriously thick cream. NATRAGEM™ EW is a higly effective emulsifying wax designed to stablize and thicken personal care emulsions.

Baby Diaper Rash Cream with DS-Cerix5

This light and smooth cream gives hydration for baby’s sensitive skin. NatraGem™ EW is a 100% natural emulsifier system approved by Ecocert. It is recommended for sensitive skin due to its mildness and offers excellent electrolyte tolerance and a light feel. DS-Cerix-5™ is a complex lipid that also contains ceramide NP, it helps to reduce inflammation of the skin and is suitable for sensitive skin.

Be Cool Basic Lotion

This cold process lotion is achieved using the liquid co-emulsifier SPAN™ 20 with NATRAGEM™ E145. The viscosity increase is achieved by using high levels of water phase thickeners.

Natural Cream Base

A light, non-greasy cream that comes with the benefits of a nature-friendly emulsifier Natragem™ EW approved natural by Ecocert. Crodamol™ GTCC and Crodamol™ ISIS impart moisturisation benefits as well as maintain the light-feel of this lotion, making it perfect for use in the tropical weather by leaving a cooling sensation after application.

Moisturising Butter

Give your body the attention it truly deserves with this luxurious body butter. Created with NatraGem™ EW, the body butter boasts a sumptuous texture which is non-whitening on the skin upon application and has a desirable sensorial feel. To add to its lavish feel, Crodamol™ ML imparts a velvety feel and melts on the skin when applied. The inclusion of Crodamol ISIS provides the skin with essential moisturisation delivering optimum hydration.

The Natural Way Body Lotion Spray

This vegan suitable* body lotion spray is ideal for the eco- conscious. It has 100% Natural Origin Content according to ISO16128. NatraGem™ E145 and Span™ 20 gives fantastic emulsifier stability while Crodamol™ SSA provides a touch of elegance. This formulation has excellent spreading; easy absorption by the skin; a pleasant, non-greasy after feel and a soft, velvety emollience. Hydronesis™ beautifies the skin and makes it incredibly soft and Cosme-Phytami™ Cotton has a comforting and soothing effect.

Hybrid Gel Cream SPF50+

This high protection sunscreen gel cream has a unique texture with light and no white-cast effect. The combination of Span™ 20 and SP NatraGem™ E145 MBAL, a 100% natural derived oil-in-water emulsifier, creates a light and stable formulation and makes an easy-to-apply gel cream. Crodamol™ DA helps to solubilize organic UV filters and Solaveil™ CT-100 provides high SPF efficacy with true transparency.

Curl Definition Mask

98,3% ISO 16128 O/W emulsion with a creamy and gel-like texture. Formula based on Cithrol™ GMS40 as a co-emulsifier in support of the SP Natragem™ EW MBAL emulsifier. Syncrowax™ HRC thickens the formula. Amigum ER is a 100% natural gelling agent. Crodamol™ GTIS brings shine and Cropure™ Shea butter nourishes the hair. Phytolea™ Baobab EC, as a magic tree, brings a soothing touch perfect for hair conditioning products.

Almond Body Cream

Get smooth skin with this rich almond body cream! It contains Cropure™ Almond and Cropure™ Mango Butter, high-purity natural oils that give an elegant feel to the skin. NatraGem™ EW is a 100% naturally derived emulsifier with a high-performance emulsifying wax. Aqualance™ moisturizes the skin to reduce the drying effects on the skin. Sweet Almond Extract EC moisturizes, nourishes, and smooths dry skin; it soothes irritated skin and helps the growth of new tissue in the case of damaged skin or superficial burns.

Amazingly Transparent Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 25

This lotion is a transparent mineral sunscreen with SPF 25 which utilises Solaveil™ CT300 and Solaveil™ CZ300 to have a broadspectrum protection while getting a very minimal white cast on skin. Combination of Natragem™ E145 and Span 20 provides a strong and stable emulsion while having a light and non tacky sensory.

Naturally Elegant Cream

This vegan-suitable* light, yet intensive cream is perfect for everyday moisturisation. It is at least 96% natural origin content according to ISO16128. Crodamol™ SSA delivers a soft, velvety skin feel and is easily absorbed leaving no greasy after feel. Crodamol™ IPIS gently hydrates the skin whilst NatraGem™ EW creates an elegant texture for this cream. OptimHyal® helps to maintain an optimal hyaluronic acid renewal to moisturise and plump the skin, and to increase its suppleness. Saffron is well known for its fortifying and anti-ageing properties and Crodarom™ French Saffron features in this formulation.

Rich Cocoa Hand Crème

Created with nourishing emollients such as Seatons Cocoa Butter and Seatons Shea Nut Butter, this sumptuous Rich Cocoa Hand Crème is a real treat for the skin. The inclusion of the botanical extract Heliami™ Banana Flower EC helps to protect the skin against external aggressors. Revidrate™ recreates the skin’s own natural moisture by supporting the water and lipid balance in the epidermis; whilst NatraGem™ EW is a 100% naturally derived emulsifying wax that ensures a robust high viscosity system, without compromising on sensory.