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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.
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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.
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Five ways SPF boosters can power up sunscreen formulations
Discover how SPF boosters can elevate your sunscreen formulation, delivering lighter textures, higher protection and smarter solutions that consumers will love.
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Croda Beauty at in-cosmetics global 2026: Innovation in every drop
All the exciting new ingredients, research and formulations we showcased at in-cosmetics global 2026.
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Peach Fuzz
Peach Fuzz is the Pantone 2024 colour of the year. Here we outline what that means and how to get on-trend with this relaxed and comforting colour.
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Sun care trends
The latest sun care trends in the personal care industry
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Colour cosmetics trends
The latest colour cosmetics trends in the personal care industry
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Hair care trends
The latest hair care trends in the personal care industry
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Skin care trends
The latest skin care trends in the personal care industry
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Zenakine innovative neurocosmetic ingredient
Developed from extensive studies on skin-brain communication, Zenakine is the first cosmetic active ingredient proven to enhance overall well-being through innovative, comprehensive protocols, leveraging skin chronobiology in its action.
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Colour cosmetics
We provide solutions that get the best out of your colour cosmetic formulations; effective pigment wetters for pressed eyeshadow formats, film-formers for long-lasting mascaras, vegan-suitable or natural emollients and waxes for smooth and hydrating lip formulas and effect ingredients for skin blurring primers and foundations.
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Decarbonisation timeline
Learn more about what Croda are doing to make an impact, and how we can help you on your own decarbonisation journey.
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What's hot in sustainability? Insights from the beauty market for 2026 and beyond
Discover the sustainability movements informing the future of beauty. Explore the opportunities presented by the rise of data, join the transition towards truly circular beauty, and gain insights into the climate adaptive skin care trend.
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Preventative hair care: protecting from environmental aggressors
Hair care has long been about reactive solutions. For years, the primary focus was on addressing mechanical, chemical, and thermal damage and often overlooking other crucial factors that influence hair health, including environmental aggressors. We wait for damage to appear, and then we try to fix it. But what if we could shift our approach? What if we focused on prevention rather than repair?
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How the wellness trend is impacting beauty formulation: Top tips for personal care innovation
Beauty has expanded to encompass both external appearance and health and wellness. We explore the factors driving the trend, its impact on beauty innovation and provide our top tips for personal care wellness formulating.
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SP Natrineo™ CR8 MBAL - Top 5 high-performance formulations scientists need to know
These five formulations showcase the potential of SP Natrineo™ CR8 MBAL. Each one highlights its ability to elevate textures and performance, inspiring you to rethink what’s possible in innovation.
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Which beauty consumer persona are you? Top tips on formulating for indie beauty brands
By tailoring formulations to meet their specific expectations, we can create beauty products that resonate deeply with these discerning individuals and enhance their beauty routines in extraordinary ways.
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The science of split end repair: SEM studies on Crodabond CSN
Explore how Crodabond CSN addresses split ends and cuticle damage, backed by robust claim substantiation data.
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The Timeless Greatness of Rose in Natural Cosmetics: A Journey from Ancient Times to a Promising Future
Explore the greatness of rose in natural cosmetics, from its historical significance to its relevance in today's beauty industry.
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Future-proof beauty: How longevity is redefining the future of beauty
Explore the future of beauty through longevity-focused innovations in skin care, wellness, and age-positive solutions for every generation.
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A deep dive into the slow ageing trend in hair care
As people increasingly focus on living longer, healthier lives, beauty care is evolving too. The traditional “anti-ageing” narrative is giving way to slow ageing, a positive, proactive approach that emphasizes preserving natural beauty over time.
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Beauty trends 2023
In this blog, we’ve analysed the latest WGSN report and selected the most relevant and high-performing beauty trends that will attract consumers in 2023 and help you to create a successful product.
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Croda Beauty at in-cosmetics Global 2025
Everything we showed off at in-cosmetics Global 2025
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Emollients - Your essential selection guide
Shortcut to smarter formulation choices with our new guide containing clear, comparative data on the technical parameters, application performance, credentials and sensory profile of our emollient ingredients. Featuring a fresh layout, application-focused sections and a handy summary table, finding the right emollient for your next beauty innovation is simple.
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The power of natural oils and esters in hair care
Oils are a cornerstone of hair care, blending time-honoured rituals with modern science. Discover how today's data-driven oils deliver performance, shine, smoothness, and frizz control in advanced formulations.
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A Deep Dive into Emerging Hair Care Trends in APAC
This blog explores the latest trends shaping the APAC hair care market and highlights how Croda's specialised ingredients can help brands meet these evolving demands.
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Heritage beauty trend: bridging tradition and technology
The traditions and rituals trend celebrates ancestral knowledge, timeless practices, and ingredients passed down through generations. We explore the key elements driving this trend and show how brands can balance modern science and ancient insight to meet evolving consumer needs.
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Solaveil™ SPF calculator
Our Solaveil Calculator helps formulators to meet a range of SPF and UVA labelling requirements by providing data on inclusion levels and achievable SPF
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Formulating beauty and personal care products for indies
Our guide for indie beauty brands
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Everything you need to know about lab created and natural ingredients
Our guide for indie beauty brands
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Resources
Our resources section has everything you need, from technical data sheets and product guides, to webinars and tools, to support you and your product and formulation development needs.
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Creating smarter, more sustainable beauty at NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2025
Everything we discovered and demonstrated at NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2025
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How to guide everything you need to know about working with contract manufacturers
What are the questions you need to ask?
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How to incorporate sustainability into your indie beauty brand
A one page guide to mastering sustainability claims
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Transparency the essential guide
Our guide for indie beauty brands
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Hair Repair and Bond Building Explained Expert answers to your most common hair care questions
Confused about hair repair, damage and bond building? Hair experts explain what hair bonds are, how damage happens and how to care for weakened hair.
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Croda Beauty at NYSCC Suppliers Day 2026
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Advancing the future of textured hair solutions
Join us for an in-depth exploration of textured hair, where consumer needs meet innovation!
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Mastering protein selection: Unlocking the secrets to optimal hair care solutions
In the fiercely competitive landscape of hair care product development, selecting the right protein is paramount to success. When choosing the perfect protein for a formulation, knowledge of the diverse sources of proteins that exist, how to differentiate between proteins based on various factors including molecular weight, amino acid composition and different derivatization methods that can be employed in developing different types of proteins to impart certain functionalities, are all crucial pieces of information when making an informed decision.
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Beautiful hair starts from the scalp
For many cultures hair has symbolic power, such as seduction in women and strength in men. A healthy scalp ensures beautiful hair; but it is regularly subjected to damage from the effects of grooming, drying, dyeing, thermal or chemical straightening, which in theory, are intended to beautify the hair.
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Protein myths, debunked: The truth about proteins in hair care
Proteins are a cornerstone of hair health and repair, yet they’re often misunderstood. From concerns about build-up to doubts about vegan keratin, myths about proteins can get in the way of great formulations
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The future of touch: Emerging body care trends
Explore the trends shaping the future of body care and discover how brands can leverage these insights to stay ahead!
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Top 6 trending emotive cosmetic ingredients for 2024
2024 will be all about freedom! The botanical experts of Croda invite you to discover how emotive botanical extracts can be ideal cosmetic ingredients to address consumer’s major trends this year.
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Hair care
Our extensive range of quality hair care ingredients are consumer-inspired, sustainability-driven, and science-based to satisfy the diverse and complex needs of the modern consumer.
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Trending in hair care: the rise of repair
Following an increased awareness of – and fascination with – hair health, demand has accelerated for products that strengthen and repair hair damage. This blog explores the elements driving the trend, including social media and changing consumer routines and demands.
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ICI 2026
Join us at Indonesia Cosmetic Ingredients (ICI), the premier cosmetic ingredients exhibition in Jakarta that brings together global suppliers, formulators, and industry experts. Experience how new ingredient innovations and technologies are transforming what’s possible in beauty and personal care.
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NYSCC Suppliers' Day
Join the cosmetic chemistry community in the beauty capital of the world for two days of innovation, education, and connection. Suppliers’ Day is your opportunity to: Discover cutting-edge ingredients and technologies Network with industry leaders and innovators Attend expert-led educational sessions Explore solutions that will shape the future of beauty
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Cosmetic Business 2026
Cosmetic Business brings together the cosmetics industry with its suppliers and finds solutions for the development of all cosmetics products from active ingredients to manufacture and packaging.
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in-cosmetics Korea 2026
Join us at in-cosmetics Korea, the leading cosmetic ingredients event that brings together personal care professionals from South Korea and around the region to discover cutting-edge innovations and industry advancements.
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HPCI 2026
HPCI is the annual trade fair for Central and Eastern Europe for Home and Personal Care Ingredients, where suppliers, manufacturers, and experts gather to showcase ingredients, raw materials, and technologies for cosmetics and cleaning products.
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IFSCC Congress 2026
From cutting-edge advancements in cosmetic science to meaningful conversations on sustainability and innovation, IFSCC 2026 provides a unique platform designed to spark new ideas and drive our industry forward.
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IFSCC Congress 2026
The most important annual global scientific conference for the cosmetics industry that brings together scientists and industry experts from around the world to present research, discussion innovations, and foster connections.
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Beauty World Middle East
The largest international trade fair for the beauty industry in the Middle East that serves as a platform for businesses in beauty, hair, fragrance and wellness to showcase products, and explore business opportunities in the region and globally.
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SEPAWA Congress 2026
A major annual European event for the detergents, cosmetics, and fragrance industries, the SEPAWA Congress is a meeting point for professionals to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and learn about the latest research and innovations through lectures, presentations, and an exhibition featuring over 250 companies.
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Cosmetorium 2026
Join us for the leading annual trade fair for the cosmetic and personal care industry in Spain for professionals involved in cosmetic product formulation, manufacturing, and distribution, focusing on innovation, technology and scientific advancements.
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in-cosmetics Asia 2026
In-cosmetics Asia brings together beauty creators across the Asia Pacific, connecting them with global suppliers of cutting-edge ingredients, fragrances, equipment, and regulatory solutions. The event offers everything from product discoveries to emerging trends, providing the expertise needed to develop formulations that meet evolving consumer needs and values.
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SCS Formulate 2026
Join us at the UK's largest annual event for the cosmetic and personal care industries, focusing on raw materials, ingredients, and formulation services.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Charcoal mud pack
This formulation is Mud pack containing charcoal. NatraGemTM EW is used as an surfactant and CrodamolTM ISIS is used as a moisturizer. The details of each description are as follows; NatraGemTM EW is a highly effective emulsifying wax designed to offer outstanding efficiency and versatility. With an excellent electrolyte tolerance and compatibility for both high and low polarity oils, NatraGem EW can create from pourable lotions to high viscosity creams which are non-whitening on the skin and have great sensory benefits. NatraGemTM EW is also 100% naturally derived and is approved natural by Ecocert. CrodamolTM ISIS is 100% naturally derived emollient to offer skin moisture-barrier effects. Its novel technology provides moisturising and protecting the skin. Working in synergy with the skin’s lipid bilayers to reduce water loss and naturally maintain optimum levels of hydration. Crodamol ISIS is suitable for use in skin care and colour cosmetic formulations（JP0364））