PersonalCare - HARKE Group

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06/13PersonalCare 

HARKE PersonalCare 

a Business Unit of the 

HARKE Chemicals GmbH 

Xantener Straße 1 

45479 Mülheim an der Ruhr 

Germany 

Internet www.harke.com 

Stefan Dörger 

Product Manager 

Phone +49 (0) 208 3069-2560 

Fax +49 (0) 208 3069-2561 

E-mail sd@harke.com 

Karolin Rouette 

Technical Sales Manager 

Phone +49 (0) 208 3069-1150 

Fax +49 (0) 208 3069-1151 

E-mail kr@harke.com 

No guarantee, warranty or representation is made, intended, or implied as to the correctness or sufficiency of any information, or as to the suitability of any chemical compounds for any particular use. 

Each user should conduct a sufficient investigation to establish the suitability of any product for his intended use. The information contained above are to the best of our knowledge.

Index of Contents 

INTRODUCTION 

INTRODUCTION3 

Active Agents 4 

• Anti Aging 4 

• Moisturizer 6 

• Self-Tanning Ingredient 8 

• Anti-Dandruff 8 

• Silicones 8 

• Peeling8 

PersonalCare – Cosmetic Raw Materials 

Whether shower gel, shampoo or toothpaste – cosmetic products belong to our everyday life. They underline our natural 

beauty, protect us against external influences, provide our well-being, maintain, clean, warm and indulge our skin and 

hair. So various the products and their applications, so innovative are our actives, auxiliary materials and raw materials. 

Together with our strong partners, as listed below, HARKE PersonalCare provides you the full technical support and service 

in order to find the perfect product for your individual cosmetic application. 

Additives & Filler 10 

Antiperspirant11 

Bleaching12 

Cationic Conditioner 13 

Cationic surfactants 14 

Conservation15 

Emulsifier16 

film former 17 

Resins19 

Rheology Modifier 20 

Surfactants24 

oTHERS25 

inci index26

Active Agents 

4 5 

Active Agents 

Anti-Aging 

Astaxanthin 

AstaTROL ® HP obtained from micro algae haematococcus pluvialis distinguishes itself by its high antioxidative potential: 

• 550 times greater singlet oxygen quenching ability compared to alpha-tocopherol 

• 10 times more effective than beta-carotene and lutein 

Astaxanthin is suitable for anti-aging products as it adheres free radicals. It disposes these free radicals and can affect the 

aging process and stop wrinkles. This effect of the natural „wonder weapon“ is 550 times greater than the effect caused 

by Vitamin E and 40 times more striking than β-carotene. 

Astaxanthin improves also the elasticity of the skin and its amount of moisture. Beyond this the orange-red pigment is also 

convincing by its light-protecting qualities. It prevents sunburn and works inflammation restraining against damages which 

have been caused by solar irradiaton. In comparison to other carotinoids or Vitamin C, Astaxanthin has the unique ability 

to protect cell membranes from the inside to outside. 

• oily extract, especially purified for cosmetical purposes, standardized on min. 4,5 % astaxanthin (as free form) 

INCI Properties Application Dosage 

Astaxanthin Carprylic/Capric 

0,02 - 0,07 % 

Triglycerides Tocopherol 

Sodium Hyaluronate 

Anti-inflammatory 

Anti-melanin 

Combats premature aging 

from UV exposure 

Lowers radical damage 

Maintains internal 

antioxidant balance 

Anti-aging creme 

lotion 

serum 

essence 

Sun protection products 

AstaTROL ® HP is produced by FUJI CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO., LTD. 

Sodium Hyaluronate is a natural moisturizing factor which plays an important role in cosmetics. It can be widely used in 

cream, lotion and essence to maintain skin smooth and elastic. It can be added to any cosmetic matrix containing water 

owning to its excellent compatibility. High purity with low protein content and neutral pH make it ideal skin moisturizer. 

Skin care: product special for eye, suntan lotion, anti-aging serum. The small molecular Hyaluronic Acid penetrates to scalp 

and accelerates the absorbance of functional factors. 

Hair care: Hyaluronic Acid endues shampoo and hair cream with excellent moisturizing action which leaves hair feeling 

soft and manageable. The macromolecular Hyaluronic Acid helps to relive dry conditions of the scalp. 

Make-up: It is safe and stable to use in formulations including puffcake, lipstick and foundation cream. 


Sodium Hyaluronate Moisturizing 

Anti-aging 

Film-forming 

SLMW: 8000-50000 Da 

LMW : 1,0 - 1,5 Mill. Da 

MMW : 1,5 - 2,0 Mill. Da 

Cosmetics 

Shampoo 

Hair Care 

Bath liquid 

Hand wash 

Make-up 

0,5 - 1 % 

Coenzyme Q10 

Water soluble Coenzyme Q10, which is a vitamin-like substance responsible for preventing the cellular damage caused by 

unstable oxygen molecules called free radicals. Research suggests that topical application of CoQ10 has antioxidant, antiaging 

and preventing again UV damage effects. It is an attractive active ingredient for cosmetic formulations. 

The solubility of solution (0,1 w/v) is more than 95%. Excellent solubility of the powder makes it ideal to be used in hydrating 

lotions, creams, gels, shampoos and conditioners. It is also a more suited ingredient for applications in tooth pastes, 

mouth waters and other personal care products. 


Ubiquinone Glycerin Water 

0,1 - 10 % 

Lecithin 

Tocotrienol 

Anti-Oxidant, Anti-aging 

Preventing against UV 

damage 

PHYTOPOLYAMINE-S – Soybean Germ Extract 

Eye care 

Essence 

Gel Mask 

This extract is a polyamine-rich botanical from soybean germ by using a special aqueous extraction technology. 

Polyamines are small molecules, exist in all organisms, and are known as physiologically active substances. Their stress 

resistant effects toward temperatures, drying and active oxygen have been revealed through botanical researches. It has 

been found that lives of cut rose flower are extended by the treatment of polyamines. Polyamine amounts in human body 

decrease by aging, and thus polyamines are recognized as anti-aging substances. Polyamines exist in human skin and seem 

to protect from UV-aging. The polyamine-rich extract is expected as an anti-aging ingredient. 

Property & Advantages 

• Activation of fibroplasts 

• Promoting collagen production 

• Antioxidant action 

• Protection from external stress 

Key Applications 

• Creams for face and eyes 

• Lotions 

• Cleansers 

• Care products for hand, body, hair and lips 


Glycine Soja (Soybean) 

Germ Extract 

Cell activation 

Collagen production 

Skin care 

Hair care 

0,1 - 2 % 

PHYTOPOLYAMINE-S is produced by TOYOBO Co., LTD. 

Tocotrienol is 60 times more effective than other forms of Vitamin E and assures a better skin penetration. 

Tocotrienol provides photo-protection for hair by scavenging free radicals that cause poor hair condition via oxidative damage, 

particularly after sun exposure. This helps to maintain the health and cosmetic value of the hair shaft. 

Topically applied anti-oxidants have been shown to reduce the sunburn reaction and reduce skin damage by limiting UV 

ray damage to the epidermal layers. With their well-documented antioxidant activities, Tocotrienol thus has the potential 

to serve as a key ingredient in high SPF sunscreen products. 

Topically application of Tocotrienol on the skin may also reduce water loss through the epidermis, maintain the skin 

barrier‘s lipid balance and strengthen the skin‘s barrier function. Application of a Tocotrienol-rich-moisturizer has also 

recorded lower transepidermal water loss rates in skin barrier function test. 


Tocotrienol 

Anti-Oxidation, Moisturizer 

Helping maintain connective 

tissue, Defensing against 

harmful UV rays 

Skin Care 

Hair Care 

Body Care 

0,5 - 5 %

Active Agents 

6 7 

Moisturizers 

Methyl Glucoside Derivative Humectants & Emulsifier 

Methyl Gluceth (Methyl Gluceth-10/Methyl Gluceth-20/Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate) series are excellent humectants, 

moisturizer and film plasticizer from vegetable origin. 

Property, Advantages & Applications 

Methyl Gluceth 10 

• Mild humectants for sensitive skin 

• Good moisturizer with less tacky feel in formulations 

• Applications: Lotions for dry skin, Shampoos, Shaving creams, Shower gels 

Methyl Gluceth 20 

• Enhance after-feel of formulations 

• Prevent de-fatting of skin 

• Light & Smooth feel 

• Applications: Skin lotions for dry skin, sunscreen cream, soap bars, bath/shower products, liquid hand soaps 

INCI Application Function Dosage 

Methyl Gluceth-10 

Skin/Sun care, Make-up Moisturizer 2 - 5 % 

Methyl Gluceth-20 

SurfMellow – Pseudozyma tsukubaensis/Olive Oil/Glycerin/Soy Protein Ferment 

This ceramide-like glico-lipid is produced by plant yeast from olive oil. The handling and blending of 

the hydrophobic humectant are easier than those of ceramide. The yeast was discovered on the flower in Mt. Tsukuba. 

The moisturizer is thought to be released from the yeasts to protect themselves from dried environment. 

AminoPGALE – Sodium Polyglutamate 

Sodium Polyglutamate is a high molecular weight polymer consisting of L-glutamic acid. It is a hydrophilic humectant, 

which is produced by fermentation of halophilic archaebacteria: Natrialba aegyptiaca. 

The microorganism was discovered on the coast of salt lake in Egypt. Poly-gamma-L-glutamic acid is produced by the archaebacteria 

protecting themselves from the salted and dried environment. The moisturizing performance of AminoPGALE 

is less affected by salt than that of DL-form polymer: poly-gamma-DL-glutamic acid. 


• Holds and retains moisture 

• Leaves the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparts volume, lightness, gloss, etc. 

• Maintains the skin in good condition 


Sodium Polyglutamate Humectant 

Moisturizer 

Skin care 

Body care 

Hair care 

Make-up 

0,1 - 2 % 

Panthenol 

DL-Panthenol is the Provitamin of DL-Panthothenic acid (Vitamin B5), which plays a key role in the human intermediary 

metabolism. Deficiency of Vitamin B5 can result in many dermatological disorders. DL-Panthenol is applied in pharmaceutical 

industry and almost all types of cosmetic preparations. It cares hair, skin and nails. Providing revitalizing and conditioning 

effects, panthenol possesses humectant-like properties that aid in skin absorption. 


Panthenol 

Moisturizer 

Wound healing 

Anti-inflammatory 

Skin Care 

Hair Care 

Nail Care 

0,5 - 5 % 

0,5 - 2 % 

0,5 - 2,0 % 



• Moisturizing 

• Smoothing 

• Firming/Botox-like 

• Bodylotion 

• Treatment (body) 

• Toner 

• Facial moisturizer 

• Hair protection 


Pseudozyma tsukubaensis/ 

Olive Oil/Glycerin/Soy Protein 

Ferment 

Moisturizer 

Skin care 

Body care 

Hair care 

0,05 - 2 % 

SurfMellow and AminoPGALE are produced by TOYOBO Co., LTD. 

Allantoin 

Allantoin can be used in various cosmetic preparations (skin conditioning agent) and pharmaceutical compounds (skin 

protectant). As a moisturizer Allantoin helps to restore the soft and supple feeling to the skin. Allantoin should be used at 

conditions of pH 5.0 - 7.0. 


Allantoin 

Moisturizer 

Keratolytic 

Promoting cell proliferation 

Wound healing 

Anti-irritant 

Skin Care 

Sun Care 

Oral Care 

0,1 - 0,3 %

Active Agents 

8 9 

Self-Tanning Ingredient 


Erythrulose 

Natural, homogenous and Self-tanning products 1 - 5 % 

long lasting 

Anti-Dandruff 


Zinc Pyrithione 

Antimicrobial to fungus and Hair 

20 - 40 % 

bacteria 

Baby Care, Body Care 

Silicones 


PEG-12 Dimethicone Water solubility to provide 

foam stability and moistholding 

Shampoo, Hair styling 

Body wash, Hand soap 

Shaving product 

Facial cleanser, Skin lotion 

Toner 

Antiperspirant product 

0,5 - 3 % 

Cylclotetrasiloxane 

Cylclopentasiloxane 

Amodimethicone 

Cetrimonium Chloride 

Trideceth-12 

Cyclomethicone 

Dimethiconol 

Peeling 

PROPOL ® ISLB 

Volatile carrier 

Excellent spreading 

Transient effect 

In-depth condition for 

damaged hair with excellent 

depositing ability 

Fresh feel like velvet,forming 

a soft silicone protective film 

Skin care, Make-up 

Antispirants, Deodorants 

Hair sprays 

Shampoo, Hair conditioner 

Hair treatment mask 

Hair color product, Hair oil 

Skin cream, Make-up 

Sun care, Hair care 

To be determined according 

to specific formulation 

0,2 - 5 % 

0,5 - 5 % 

PROPOL ® ISLB is a plant-gel coated exfoliating agent. The exterior gel layer becomes soft by interacting with the moisture 

in the formulation. The elastic-touched particles used in the formulation help to massage your delicate facial skin, and 

adsorb impurities (excessive oil, dirt etc.) effectively. Propol ISLB supports the skin to maintain the healthy 28-day cycle. 

The particles act in an innovative way -oil, impurities and plaque is removed without „scratching-off“ the skin surface and 

tooth enamels. The natural plant-gel-covered particles act so gentle, that Propol ISLB is suitable for daily-skin and oral care 

products. 

Polyethylen Spherical Particles (PSP) 

PSP are spherically shaped thermoplastic powder, the unique product of years of experience in powder micronization technology, 

are currently produced using either polyethylen or ethylen-acrylic acid copolymer as the raw material and come 

in various particle sizes. They are perfectly spherical and feature excellent flowability and dispersibility, they are widely 

used in a diverse range of products from paint delustering agents, adhesive, ink modifiers and rubber surface lubricants to 

cosmetics. 

CL Series of PSP feature, a superb feel due to their excellent particle size distribution and perfectly spherical shape, making 

them ideal for cosmetics. 


• Thermoplastic powder perfectly spherical in shape 

• Approximately uniform particle size, with a distribution close to the normal distribution curve 

• Available in various grades with an average partikel size of 6 to 850µm 

• Usable as a core particle for surface modification with inorganic or organic materials 

• Capable of meeting needs for coloring 


• Foundation garments 

• Antiperspirant 

• Deodorant 

• Lotion 

• Cream 

• Washing face agent 

Application Grade Function and Effect 

Cosmetics Foundation garments CL-2080 Matrix, Dispersibility, Lubricant 

Lotion Cream CL-2080 Flexibility, Lubricant effect 

EA-209 

Hydrophilic/Hydrophobicity 

Toiletry 

Washing face agent 

Cream 

CL-2507 

CL-5007 

CL-8007 

and coloration product 

Flexibility, Scrub effect 

Antiperspirant CL-2080 Matrix, Hydrophobicity, Silky feeling grant 


Mannan 

gently massages, gentle to 

sensitive and dry skin 

facilitates the flow of blood 

removes impurities, skinbrightening, 

moisturizing 

oil/dirt adsorbing, revitalising 

Cleansing cream 

Body shampoo 

Massage gels 

Toothpaste 

Exfoliating cream 

Shampoo 

To be determined according 

to specific formulation 

Propol ® ISLB is produced by Shimizu Chemical Corporation

Additives & Filler/Antiperspirant 

10 11 

Additives & Filler 

Antiperspirant 

Glycerin – We can offer you a so called raw glycerin with an activity of 86,5 % and 99,7 %. It is an excellent alternative 

to other external carbon sources. 

Neusilin ® – Problem Solver for the formulation of solid dosage forms 

A synthetic Magnesium Aluminometasilicate (MSA) with exceptional excipient properties for improving actives delivery and 

quality of cosmetic preparations. 

Although chemically the same as traditional crystalline MAS, Neusilin® is both structurally and functionally very different. 

Fuji Chemicals‘ proprietary manufacturing process and spray-drying produced a totally unconventional product. 

Aluminium Chlorohydrate – used as an active agent in Deodorants. Because of his skinfriendly and efficient 

characteristics the product provides a well balance between an effective antitranspirant and a skinfriendly product. Based 

on this ability that the product is able to include it in clear solutions and alcoholic formulations there will be the opportunity 

for the producer to produce intrinsic products for each market with the product Aluminium Chlorohydrate. They can 

produce is for the wishes of their customers. 

Neusilin ® – Neusilin is a synthethic Magnesium Aluminometasilicate with extraordinary characteristics in range of active 

agent delivery and quality in cosmetical use. The high porous textureadditive is resistant against heating, aging and not 

soluble in water. 

The highly porous texture additive can take up 300% of oil, nevertheless being free-flowing. It is resistant to heat, to age 

and is not water soluble. 

Manyfold Applications 

Thanks to these qualities Neusilin ® is qualified very well for the application in cosmetics products like make up, powder, 

rouge or eye shadow. Products including Neusilin ® are applied pleasantly, lend the skin a matt finish, reduce obviously 

little fold and adjust the humidity. 

Besides Neusilin ® neutralises smells, it can be used for deodorant and dental care products. It removes not only disagreeable 

smells, it can also contribute that pleasent smells do not vanish too fast. Thus Neusilin® is also an ideal substance to 

save perfumes. 


• Improves powder flowability 

• Anti-caking agent for hygroscopic powders 

• Oil adsorbing of poorly water soluble actives 

• Stabilisation of deliquescent drugs 

• Excipient for direct compression 

• Improves tablet and powder capsule quality 

Phosphates, different – Phosphates are the description for the salt of phosphoric acid. They are used e. g. in fertilizers, 

detergents, for metal treatment, in feeding stuff, colours and in the textile industry. We have various qualities available. 

Potassium Carbonate – Among others potassium carbonate is being used for the production of detergents, liquid 

soaps, fertilizers and glass. Furthermore it is applied in the plating, pigment industry, the graphic and textile, leather and 

ceramic industry. 

Sodium Carbonate – Sodium carbonate (also known as washing soda, soda crystals or soda ash), Na 2 

CO 3 

, is a sodium 

salt of carbonic acid. We have different types we can offer you. 

Sodium Carbonate/Sodium Disilicate – These multifunctional co-Granules are manufactured in a specifically to 

the end products adapted production process. Since long they have shown a good performance as co-Builder/Builder and 

due to their favourable characteristics they will fit the different requirements also in future. 

Sodium Metasilicate 

Sodium Carbonate – Sodium sulfate is used e. g. in detergents, for the pulp production as well as in the glass -, 

textile- and dyestuff industry. 

Chemical Adsorption – Neutralize Odor 

• Yes: Nitrogen-containing 

• Yes: Fatty Acid-containing 

• No: Sulfur-containing 

Physical Adsorption - Preload & Release 

• Antibacterial 

• Antimicrobial 

• Antiperspirant 

• Fragrance 

Neusilin ® is produced by FUJI CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO., LTD.

Bleaching 

Cat. Conditioner 

12 13 

Bleaching 

For applications in range of bleaching we can offer you different products. There are products for oral care, 

health care and also for disinfection range. 

Ixper ® – Calcium/Magnesium Peroxide 

An important use of Ixper ® products is in toothpaste formulations, where through the release of hydrogen peroxide to 

enhance the removal of superficial staining, the generation of oxygen bubbles to help removal of particles, and calcium 

hydroxide to neutralize food acids, IXPER ® 75C products help to clean teeth and improve oral hygiene. 

The low solubility of IXPER ® products means that they are easier to formulate into stable and safe products with longlasting 

activity than other forms of active oxygen. 

Product name INCI Application 

Ixper ® 75C Calcium Peroxide Toothpaste 

Ixper® 35M 

Magnesium Peroxide 

Oral hygiene 

Hair bleaching 

EURECO – PAP (ε-phthalimido-peroxy-hexanoic Acid) 

For pure skin 

Skinirritation, impurities and redness are often the reason for feeling unpleasent in our skin. EURECO HC provides for 

relief. The active ingredient is talcum-decreasing, inflammation restraining and reduces pimple and blackhead, without 

releasing allergies or sensitisations. 

EURECO HC also influences and reduces the expansion and coloring of very pigmented skin areas. The substance lightens 

freckles or age spots. This effect is depending on dosage and is reversible. EURECO HC is the ideal active substance 

for anti-aging and cleaning cosmetic formulations. 

For white teeth 

Phtalimid-peroxo-caproic-acid (PAP) works against plaque, contributes to the control of the bacterial layers and lightens 

the dental color carefully without causing inflammations or injuries of the mucous membranes or the dental glaze. 

Product name INCI Application 

EURECO TM HC P11 ( Pulver) Phthalimido-Peroxo-Caproic Acid Skin Care 

EURECO TM HC L17 (Liquid) 

Phthalimido-Peroxo-Caproic Acid 

Oral Care 

Hair Care 

Oxyper ® – Sodium percarbonate is used as bleaching agent and oxidant. 

Product 

INCI 

Oxyper ® S 131 

Sodium Percarbonate 

Oxyper ® SCS 

Sodium Percarbonate 

Oxyper ® SCB Sdium Carbonate/Sodium Percarbonate – 40 %/60 % 

Ixper ® , EURECO HC and Oxyper ® are produced by Solvay Chemicals International SA 

Cationic Conditioner 

Polyquats 

Polyquaternium is a neologism used to emphasize the presence of quaternary ammonium centers in the polymer. Our polyquaternium 

products have different polymers. It is used in the personal care industry, such as particular apply in conditioners, 

shampoo, hair mousse, hair spray, hair dye, and contact lens solutions. 


Polyquaternium 4 

Water-solubility 

Thickening 

Anti-static 

Conditioning 

Low accumulation 

Skin care 

Hair care 

0,1 - 1 % 






Excellent conditioning effect 

for hair care 

Contributes luster 

Silky feeling 

Excellent moisturization 

Contributes luster 

Soft silky feeling 

Water-solubility 

Provides thickening 

Antistatic 

Conditioning 

Shine 

Softness 

Lubricious feeling 

Improved wet and dry comb 

Curl retention 

Moisturizing 

Non-tacky feeling 

Antistatic 

Film forming 

Skin care 

Hair care 

Skin care 

Hair care 

Skin care 

Hair care 

Hair care 

Permanent waves and 

relaxers 

Shampoos 

Conditioners 

Styling products 

Skin care 

Shampoos 

Hair care 

Hair Care 0,5 - 1 % 

Skin Care 1 - 2 % 

0,5 - 5 % 

0,1 - 0,8 % 

0,1 - 1 % 

0,5 - 5 % 

Hydrogen Peroxide is a colorless, liquid compound of hydrogen and oxygen. It is, for example, used as bleaching 

agent and for disinfection. 

Product/INCI 

Grade 

Hydrogen Peroxide 35 % 

Hydrogen Peroxide 50 %

Cat. Surfactants/Conservation 

14 15 

Cationic Surfactants 

We supply various surfactants as cationic emulsifier and a mildness enhancer of conditioning agent for personal care products, 

such as hair conditioner, cream rinse applications, softening agents, surface treating agents and so on. 

Alkyl distribution is varied from C12 to C22, and various choices in accordance with cationic content & solvent are possible. 

Cationic charge of our quarternary makes dissipate the static charge and keeps hair becoming flow-away and it gives hair 

excellent detangling for superior wet comb and skin a powdery softness for smoother feel. 

INCI Application Dosage 

Behentrimonium Chloride 

Very effective in hair care mildness 1 - 10 % 

Skin protection 

Anti-static Shampoos & conditioners 

Behentrimonium Methosulfate & Additive for personal care products to 3 - 5 % 

Cetearyl Alcohol 

enhance hair mildness, Skin protection 

Anti-static 

Steartrimonium Chloride 

Very effective in hair mildness 3 - 5 % 

Skin protection, Anti-static 

Cetrimonium Chloride 

Very effective in hair mildness 

Skin protection, Anti-static 

3 - 5 % 

Conservation 

DMDM Hydantoin 

DMDM Hydantoin is a unique and cost effective preservative that provides a high level of antimicrobial activity in a wide 

variety of cosmetic and personal care products. It is much proficient in inhibiting the growth of gram positive and gram 

negative bacteria. 

Functional at low concentrations, DMDM Hydantoin is completely compatible with cationic, anionic or nonionic surfactants, 

emulsifiers and proteins. 



• Good compatibility with surfactants and emulsifiers, 

irrespective of their ionic nature 

• Most cost-effective, safe broad spectrum preservative 

• Supplied as an aqueous solution readily incorporated 

into cosmetics 

• Stable at pH ranges typical of personal care products 

• No color or odor imparted to cosmetic products 

• Low toxicity at recommended use levels 

• Shampoos and hair conditioners 

• Hair and body gels/bubble baths 

• Sun products: Screens, lotions, oils 

• Shaving lotions, creams and gels 

• Surfactants and raw materials for cosmetics 


DMDM Hydantoin 

Shaving lotion, Cream, Gel 

Skin, Sun, Hair, Body, Baby care 

Make-up 

Preservative 

Antimicrobial agent 

0,035 - 0,15 % 

Methyl Chloro Isothiazolinone and Methyl Isothiazolinone 

Methyl Chloro Isothiazolinone and Methyl Isothiazolinone are highly effective antimicrobial agents recommended for use 

as the preservative in all cosmetic and toiletry products. The safety and efficacy in rinse off formulations have been well 

established. 


• Good compatibility with surfactants and emulsifiers, irrespective of their ionic nature 

• Broader spectrum of activity 

• Supplied as an aqueous solution readily incorporated into cosmetics 

• Effective over the entire pH range normally encountered in cosmetics 

• No color or odor imparted to cosmetic products 

• Low toxicity at recommended use levels 


• At recommended levels, 0,035 to 0,15 % by weight 


• Hair and body wash 

• Bubble baths 



Methyl Chloro Isothiazolinone Rinse off product 

Preservative 

0,035 - 0,15 % 

Methyl Isothiazolinone Hair/Body care 

Antimicrobial agent

Emulsifier 

Film Former 

16 17 

Emulsifier 

Ceteareth 


Ceteareth-6 O/W emulsifier/Co-Emulsifier Bodying agent for creams 0,5 - 5 % 

Ceteareth-25 

and lotions 

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate 


Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Anionic O/W emulsifier and Skin care 

O/W emulsions: 1 - 3 % 

analogue of the natural Sun care 

Emulsion stabilzation: 

Pohospolipids in the skin 

0,25 - 0,5 % 

Laureth 


Laureth-4 

Non-ionic surfactants Bath, Eye, Facial, Hair, 1 - 5 % 

Laureth-8 

emulsifier, solubilizer Cleansing 

Sunscreen products 

Cuticle softeners 

Deodorants 

Stearate 


Glyceryl Stearate & 

O/W emulsifier recommended 

Skin care, Hair conditioners 1 - 15 % 

PEG-100 Stearate 

for low pH systems 

Antiperspirants 

Polyglycerine and their Esters 

Polyglycerol is used as a high quality emulsifying agent for controlling the balance between lipophilicity and hydrophilicity 

in pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food industries. Because it is derived from plants, polyglycerols are environment-friendly 

and nontoxic. Polyglycerols can be used as a fabric softener, a wetting agent, a thickening agent, an antifoaming agent, 

a dispersing agent and a lubricant. 


Diglycerin 

Skin/Sun/Hair/Body/ Moisturizer 

2 - 5 % 

Polyglycerin-3 




Polyglycerin-2 Oleate 

Baby care 

Make-up 

Cream 

Humactant 

Moisturizer 

Make-up 6 - 10 % 

Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate Suncare 

Emulsifier 

Lotion 1 - 2 % 

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate 

Lotion 

Solubilizer EO-free 

Shower 

Non-irritating emulsifier 

Polyglyceryl-10 Monolaurate 

Polyglyceryl-10 Trilaurate 

Poyglyceryl-10 Dioleate 

Polyglyceryl-5 Laurate 

Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate 

Polyglyceryl-6 Tricaprylate 

Polyglyceryl-6 Monolaurate 

Film Former 

Acrylates/VA copolymer 

Acrylates / VA copolymer is designed specifically to boost the efficacy of sunscreen ingredients. The use of boosting polymer 

should permit formulators of sun protection products to reduce the high cost of major sunscreen ingredients. 


Acrylates/VA copolymer Sun cream 

Skin/Sun care 

Make-up 

Film former, Boosting effect 

of SPF and PA values 

Reduce the high cost of 

active SPF ingredients 

Excellent non-tacky and 

light skin feel 

Provides water resistance 

properties and film elasticity 

Easy to spread, easy to use 

1 - 5 %

Film Former 

Resins 

18 19 

Polyvinylpyrrolidone 

PVP is obtained by free-radical polymerization of N-vinylpyrrolidone in water or isopropanol, yielding the chain structure of 

PVP K series products. 

PVP-K30 is a white powder with a weak characteristic odor. It is soluble in water and many organic solvents and it forms 

hard, transparent, glossy film. It is compatible with most inorganic salts and many resins. It stabilizes emulsions, dispersions 

and supensions. 

VP/VA64 is a copolymer of 1-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone and vinyl acetate in ration of 60:40 in the form of powder. It is used as a 

film-forming agent and fixative in hair care. 


PVP K30 

Film former 

Hair styling products 0.5 - 5 % 

PVP K30 A30 Emulsion stabilizer 

Hair colorants 

0.5 - 5 % 

PVP K90 

Dispersant foam 

Toothpastes 

0.5 - 10 % 

Stabilizer & gelling agent Skin lotion/cream 

PVP K90 A20 0.5 - 10 % 

VP/VA Copolymer 64 

VP/VA Copolymer 73 

Shellac 

Film former 

Hair fixing agent 

Film former and stiffener 

Dispersants and stabilizers 

Thickeners 

Hair styling products 

Skin care 

Styling gel 

Mousses 

Hair styling products 

1 - 10 % 

1 - 10 % 

Shellac is the refined form of the natural resin lac, the resinous secretion of the insect Kerria Lacca. 

Bleached shellac decolourized by an oxidizing bleaching process, is also mainly used for technical applications and as a 

coating agent for citrus fruits. From alcoholic solutions, bleached shellac is also used for the glazing of confectionary products. 

In the pharmaceutical industry dewaxed flake shellac refined by solvent extraction and available in a uniform and constant 

quality, is preferred. 

Resins 

Resins for Nail Lacquer Base 

Our resins are high quality ingredients used in nail lacquer, paints, adhesives and coatings. There are two kinds of series 

depending upon basic ingredients. The formaldehyde resin series improve attachement, gloss, and hardness when used in 

nail lacquer, paints, adhesives, coatings. 

Polyester resin series are a product which trimellitic anhydride and glycols is mixed and enhances attachment, gloss, hardness 

when used in nail lacquer, paints, adhesives and coatings. 

Our resin series offer high adhesive and brilliant polish properties to make final nail lacquer. They are soluble in most of 

the usual lacquer solvents such as alcohols, ethers, esters, ketones and aromatic hydrocarbons. 


Adipic Acid 

Neopentyl Glycol 

Trimellitic 

Anhydride Copolymer 

Nail Polish 

Excellent adhesiveness 

Superior Polisher 

Sunlight stability 

5 - 15 % 

Toluene Sulfonamide 

Formaldehyde Resin 

Nail Polish 

Excellent adhesiveness 

Superior Polisher 

Sunlight stability 

5 - 15 % 

In the manufacture of cosmetics, it is the binding, film-forming as well as the gloss-giving properties of shellac which are 

crucial. Also its outstanding resistance to UV radiation and its compatibility with other polymers and additives make the 

natural resin into a universal raw material for the world of cosmetics. 

• Hair spray, hair setting lotion and conditioner-shampoo bring a satin gloss to hair using shellac. 

• In mascara and eye shadow shellac is used as binder for the colour pigments. 

• In diverse cosmetics shellac is used for micro-encapsulating aromatic substances. 

• Shellac wax as a by-product of shellac production is also used in the cosmetic industry, espacially in the manufacture 

of lipstick.

Rheology Modifier 

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Glycerin and Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer and Propylene Glycol 

Different mixtures of „Glycerin and Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer and Propylene Glycol” are excellent moisturizers, 

rheology modifiers and emulsion stabilizers. 


• Viscosity anhancer/different grades 

• Excellent moisturizer: Hydration, high polymerized chemical structure holding water 

• Colorless, transparent and viscous gel 

• Water-soluble lubricant: good sensory feeling 

• Origin: synthetic or vegetable 

• Appropriate pH range for skin: pH 5-6 


Glycerin Glyceryl Acrylate 

Acrylic Acid Copolymer 

Propylene Glycol 

Skin cream & Milk lotion 

Essence 

Skin/Sun/Hair/Body/Baby care 

Make-up 

Methyl Glucoside Derivative-Thickener 

Moisturizer 

Rheology modifier 

5 - 50 % 

Oil 3 - 5 % 

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate is effective non-ionic thickening enhancer for hair care and skin care products. 


• Highly efficient thickening enhancer that works synergistically with surfactant system to build viscosity 

• In the test of eye irritation observed low irritating. This offers minimized eye irritation potential of formulations 

in surfactant system 

• Low eye irritation: best for baby care products 


PEG-120 Methyl Glucose 

0,1 - 5 % 

Dioleate 

Baby shampoos 

Body & face washes 

Make-up removers 

(Anti-bacterial) Liquid hand 

soaps 

Acne treatments 

Vegetable-derived viscosity 

builder 

Mildness 

Broad compatibilty with 

various surfactant systems 

Polyacrylamide & C-13-14 Isoparaffin & Laureth-7 

Polyacrylamide & C-13-14 Isoparaffin & Laureth-7 is convenient emulsifier, rheology modifier and acting as a stabilizer. 

It serves a soft and smooth sensory feel to your formulations and can be used for wide pH range. 


Polyacrylamide & C-13-14 

Isoparaffin & Laureth-7 

Skin cream 


Make-up 

Emulsifier 


Thickener 

Stabilizer 

Softness and suppleness feel 

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer 

Emulsion 0,5 - 2 % 

Gel Cream 1 - 5 % 

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer is a gelling agent that thickens, emulsifies, and stabilizes 

products and solutions. It is very easy to use in liquid form and provides a sensation of freshness followed by a melting 

effect on contact with the skin. It leaves a feeling of velvety softness. 


Hydroxy Ethyl Acrylate 

Sodium Acryoydimethyltaurate 

Copolymer & 

Hdrogenated Polydecene & 

Polysorbate 80 

Polyacrylic Acid Polymer 

Skin cream 


Make-up 

Emulsifier 


Thickener 

Stabilizer 

Softness and suppleness feel 

Emulsion 0,5 - 2 % 

Gel Cream 1 - 5 % 

These polymers are based on crosslinked acrylic acid chemistry. The products are crosslinked at different levels providing a 

portfolio of functionally diverse performance options.These polymers are efficient and effective rheology modifier providing 

exellent thickening, suspension and stabilization benefits. They provide a wide range of flow characteristics allowing 

the formulation of a broad varity of product form. 


• High efficient thickening, suspending and stabilizing ability at low dosage 

• Outstanding short flow (non-drip) property 

• High clarity 

• Resist temperature effect to viscosity 


Carbomer 

Clear hydroalcoholic gel Rheology modifier 

0,1 - 0,5 % 

Acrylates/C10-C30 Alkyl 

Acrylate Crosspolymer 

Lotion and cream 

Hair styling gel 

Shampoo 

Body wash 

Make-up 

Suspending agent 

Stabilizing agent 

Acrylates Copolymer 

Shampoo 

Body wash 

Thickener cost-effective 

Film former 

2 - 15 %


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Phosphomer ® CEM Series 

Phosphomer ® CEM Series have lots of unique characteristics due to their molecular net structure and the biomimetic nature 

of Phosphorylcholine group. These copolymers not only modify rheological properties but also enhance skin barrier function. 

Sensory Features 

• High spreadibility 

• Low stickiness 

• High film forming ability 

• Rich feeling 

Rheological & Physical Features 

• High viscosity 

• High suspending ability 

• High clarity 

• High uniformity of aqueous dispersion 

• Improved elasticity 


Acrylic Acid 

Phophorylcholine Glycol 

Acrylate Crosspolymer 


Make-up 


Moisturizer 

Skin Barrier function 

• Reducing irritation 

• Reducing transepidermal 

water loss 

• Moisturizing skin 

• Preventing skin from 

being damaged 

0,1 - 0,5 % 

Phosphomer ® is produced by KCI LTD. 

Cellogen ® – CMC 

Cellogen ® (Sodium Carboxy Methylcellulose) is a water soluble cellulose ether with manifold applications in a variety of 

industries. The compound is physiologically inert, forms strong transparent films, has favorable rheological features and is 

soluble in cold and hot water. 

For skin care products and hair care products 

Cellogen ® is suited for hair care products and styling products. It creates a creamy character in shampoo and generates 

a stable foam. In dyestuff for hair it improves the dispersibility and thickens the base components. In addition Cellogen ® 

provides for the fact that hand cremes, bodylotions and shower gels feel pleasant, are good spreadable and not sticky. 

For the dental hygiene 

In oral care products Cellogen ® is an important component. Cellogen ® thickens, stabilizes, emulsifies, forms films and 

binds water. With it the cellulose provides for the right creaminess in toothpaste, ointments or balm. The different Cellogen 

® types optimize the viscosity and elasticity of your products and help to develop the „comfortable touch“ for your 

customers. 


• Readily soluble in hot or cold water and makes a viscous solution 

• Time-related viscosity change is virtually none 

• Excellent emulsifiability and solid dispersibility 

• Forms a strong and transparent film and has adhensiveness 

• Highly corrosion-resistant in comparison with natural gums 

• Insoluble in oil, grease or organic solvents 

• Physiologically harmless 

• Stable and uniform quality. High purity grades are available 

• Cellogen ® series covers a wide range well as from low to extremely high DS 


• At recommended levels, 0,035 to 0,15 % by weight 


• Hair and body wash 

• Bubble baths 


Xanthan Gum 

Xanthan Gum is a naturally occuring polysacharide produced by fermentation using a pure culture of Xanthomonas 

campestris. It functions as an exceptional rheology control agent in water-based systems and can be used in a varity of 

cosmetics and personal care applications, such as lotions, creams, shower gels, shampoos, shaving foams, face masks and 

make-up. 

• Natural and organic 

• Excellent quality 

• Pleasant skin feel 

• Highest purity 

Xanthan gum solutions are highly pseudoplastic, their viscosity is reduced instantly when high shear rates are applied. This 

property allows easy pumping and spraying. In contrast, xathan gum solutions at lower shear rates show a high viscosity 

and therefore trigger its excellent ability to stabilize emulsions, suspensions and foams. 


Xanthan Gum 

Lotions 

Creams 

Shower gels 

Shampoos 

Shaving foams 

Face masks 

Make-up 

Stabilizer 

Thickener 

0,05 - 1 % 

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride 

Guar Gum is known to be very effective in preventing alkalization of the hair and protecting the keratin of the hair when 

hair dyeing. It‘s also excellent in recovery and manageability of the damaged hair. 

Cationic Guar Polymer is widely used for many products including shampoos, conditioners, body cleansers and some products 

for infants and so on. 



• Shaving products 

• Bath and shower gels 

Cellogen ® is produced by DAI-ICHI KOGYO SEIYAKU CO., LTD. 

• Skin and hair creams and lotions 

• Personal care products for infants 


Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium 

Hair care 

Conditioning agent 0,2 - 1 % 

Chloride Body wash 

Humectant

Surfactants 

Others 

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Surfactants 

Alkyl Polyglucoside 

Alkyl Polyglucoside surfactants (APG) are non-ionic surfactants, obtained from renewable, natural raw materials, such as 

vegetable oils and starch. Their first-rate environmental and skin compatibility profiles fit in well with consumer demands 

for wellness, green solutions, mildness to human skin and safety for human health. Furthermore, they contribute to various 

performance benefits in personal and home care products as well as I&I applications. 


• Non-ionic surfactant, low surface tension 

• Good foaming ability, the foams are fine, smooth, abundant and stable 

• Good wettability, strong decontamination 

• Good compatibility with all other types of surfactants. Synergetic and thickening effects can be found, 

especially when mixed with CAPB, SLS, SLES, etc. 

• No turbidity point, easily soluble in water and high solubility even in high concentration of electrolyte, easily be 

diluted, no gelling phenomena and hard water tolerante 

• Non-toxicity, extreme mildness to skin 

• High degree of safety for consumers and the environment 

Product name INCI Properties Active % Dosage 

FM8170 Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside C8-C10 70 % Cosurfactant: 1 - 5% 

FM1200 Lauryl Glucoside C12-C14 50 % Main surfactant: 8 - 20 % 

FM2000 Decyl Glucoside C8-C16 53 % 

FM 818 Coco Glucoside C8-C16 52 % 

D-Limonen 

Our D-Limonene 99 % makes a clear and reliable difference among other citrus terpenes imported from other countries 

overseas. 

D-Limonene, up to more than 99 % purity, contains a very low level of peroxides. Furthermore, the method of extraction 

of D-Limonene by other producers, using alkalis and high temperature concentration, is more abrasive and aggressive with 

the raw material, resulting a product not suitable for food applications, cosmetics, soaps and detergents, etc. Our supplier 

is using „Steam Stripping” process of extraction, undoubtedly the best-performing and less harmful to the natural raw 

material from which we obtain our D-Limonene 99 %. 


Limonen 

Antiviral 

Flavouring 

Solvent 

Skin care 

Hair care 

Fragrance 

Ethereal oil 

Aromatherapy 

0,1 - 5 % 

Acids 

Benzoic Acid 

Malic Acid 

Oxalic Acid 

Tartaric Acid 

Alkalis 

Potassium Hydroxide 

Sodium Hydroxide 

FM 0810 Caprylyl/Decyl Glucoside C8-C10 62 - 65 % To be determined according 

FM225 (pH 6-9) Caprylyl/Decyl Glucoside C8-C10 70 % 

to specific formula- 

FM225 (pH 11,5-12,5) Caprylyl/Decyl Glucoside C8-C10 70 % 

tion 

FM8170N (pH 7-9) Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside C8-C10 70 % 

FM600 Lauryl Glucoside C8-C14 50 % 

FM0814 Coco Glucoside C8-C14 50 % 

FC4 Butyl Glucoside C4 

FC6 Hexyl Glucoside C6 

FC8 Caprylyl Glucoside C8 

FC10 Decyl Glucoside C10 

Natural Foam Booster 


Soyamidopropylamine Oxide Shampoo/Body wash Foam Booster, Cleansing 

agent, Foaming property 

with fine & strong foam 

Foamin stability at alower pH 

formulation, Mild & low irritant 

product using less SLES 

1 - 5 %

INCI Index 

A – Z 

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A 

B 

C 

D 

E 

G 

H 

Acrylates/C10-C30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer ___ 21 

Acrylates Copolymer ____ 17 

Acrylates/VA Copolymer ____ 17 

Acrylic Acid (blend) ____ 22 

Acrylic Acid Copolymer (blend) ____ 20 

Adipic Acid (blend) ____ 19 

Alkyl Polyglucoside ____ 24 

Allantoin ____ 7 

Aluminium Chlorohydrate ____ 11 

Amodimethicone (blend) ____ 8 

Astaxanthin (blend) ____ 4 

Behentrimonium Chloride ____ 14 

Behentrimonium Methosulfate (blend) ____ 14 

Calcium Peroxide ____ 12 

Carbomer ____ 21 

Cetearyl Alcohol (blend) ____ 14 

Ceteareth-6 ____ 16 

Ceteareth-25 ____ 16 

Cetrimonium Chloride ____ 14 

Cyclomethicone (blend) ____ 8 

Cylclotetrasiloxane (blend) ____ 8 

DMDM Hydantoin ____ 15 

Erythrulose ____ 8 

Glycerin ____ 10 

Glyceryl Acrylate (blend) ____ 20 

Glyceryl Stearate (blend) ____ 16 

Glycine Soja Germ Extract ____ 5 

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride ____ 23 

Hydrogen Peroxide ____ 12 

Hydroxy Ethyl Acrylate (blend) ____ 21 

M 

P 

S 

T 

U 

Mannan ____ 8 

Methyl Chloro Isothiazolinone (blend) ____ 15 

Methyl Gluceth-10 ____ 6 

Methyl Gluceth-20 ____ 6 

Methyl Isothiazolinone (blend) ____ 15 

Panthenol ____ 7 

PEG-100 Stearate (blend) ____ 16 

PEG-12 Dimethicone ____ 8 

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate ____ 20 

Phophorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Crosspolymer (blend) ____ 22 

Phosphates ____ 10 

Phthalimido-Peroxo-Caproic Acid ____ 12 

Polyacrylamide & C-13-14 Isoparaffin & Laureth-7 ____ 21 

Polyquaternium ____ 13 

Potassium Carbonate ____ 10 

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate ____ 16 

Pseudozyma Tsukubaensis (blend) ____ 6 

PVP ____ 18 

Shellac ____ 18 

Sodium Acryoydimethyltaurate Copolymer (blend) ____ 21 

Sodium Carbonate ____ 10 

Sodium Carboxy Methylcellulose ____ 22 

Sodium Hyaluronate ____ 4 

Sodium Metasilicate ____ 10 

Sodium Percarbonate ____ 12 

Sodium Polyglutamate ____ 7 

Sodium Sulfate ____ 10 

Soyamidopropylamine Oxide ____ 24 

Steartrimonium Chloride ____ 14 

Tocotrienol ____ 5 

Toluene Sulfonamide (blend) ____ 19 

Ubiqinone (blend) ____ 5 

L 

M 

Laureth-4 ____ 16 

Laureth-8 ____ 16 

Limonen ____ 25 

Magnesium Aluminometasilicate ____ 10 

Magnesium Peroxide ____ 12 

V 

X 

Z 

VP/VA Copolymer ____ 18 

Xanthan Gum ____ 23 

Zinc Pyrithione ____ 8

PersonalCare - HARKE Group

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