MONHEIM, Germany—Cosmedia Triple C is a new liquid polymer dispersion from specialty chemicals supplier Cognis. It improves the viscosity and stability of skin and hair formulations, while also offering sensory and conditioning properties.
It consists of a cationic inverse emulsion polymer (IEP), a cosmetic emollient and an ethylene oxide- (EO) free emulsifier as an activating agent. It is tolerant toward electrolytes, and generates improved viscosity behavior in skin and hair care products. It also improves combability of both wet and dry hair. It contains no ethoxylated and alkoxylated emulsifiers and is also free from preservatives. Cosmedia Triple C is cold and hot-processable and does not require neutralization. It can be used across a broad pH range. The polymer compound is suitable for pH-neutral skin care formulations, as well as acidic formulations such as hair conditioners and DHA self-tanning products.