Cosmetics Industry
There are many chemical combinations used for the preparation of these cosmetics. The chemicals added is what gives the texture and feel for these kinds of beauty products. Cosmetics are made from a range of ingredients which are the so called industrial chemicals. Industrial chemicals may be either synthetic chemicals or naturally occurring processed chemicals.
Oils, Butters & Waxes
Surfactants
Humectants & Moisturizers
- Butylene Glycol
- Glycerin
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Oleic Acid
- Panthenol
- Polyquat-10
- Polyquat - 7
- Propylene Glycol
- Sodium PCA
- Sorbitol
- Urea
Preservatives
-
Benzyl Alcohol
- Chlorphenesin
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Formaldehyde Donors (Dmdm Hydantoin, Imidazolidinyl Urea)
- Parabens (MPS, PPS, MP, PP)
- Phenoxy Ethanol
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
Thickeners, Stabilizers & Gelling Agents
- Acrylates Copolymer
-
Bentonite
- Carbomer
- Guar Gum
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
Emulsifiers
Vitamins
- Alpha-Arbutin
- Avobenzone
-
Benzophenone
- Ceramides
- Glycolic Acid
- Kojic Acid
- Lactic Acid
- Octocrylene
- Salicylic Acid
- Titanium Dioxide
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
Colorants & Pigments
- Carmine
- FD&C; Synthetic Dyes
- Iron Oxides
- Mica
- Titanium Dioxide
- Ultramarines
Fragrances & Denatural & Cooling Agents
- Synthetic Fragrance Compounds (Linalool, Limonene, Coumarin)
- Thymol
Antioxidants & Chelating Agents
- Gallic Acid
- Propyl Gallate
- Resveratrol
Anti Acne Agents
Antimicrobial Agents
- Benzalkonium Chloride 50% / 80%
- Boric Acid
- Chloro Butol
Cleansing Agents
PH Adjuster
Opacifier, Filler, Bulking Agents & Whitening Agents
Hair Dyes
Natual Exfoliants
Oxidising Agents