Description

Polyglyceryl-10 Hydroxypropyl Lauryl Ether r is an ether formed by the reaction of a glycerin polymer containing 10 glycerin units with lauryl alcohol and propylene oxide. these ethers are valued for their emollient, emulsifying, and moisturizing properties, making them useful in various cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND STRUCTURE

chemically, polyglyceryl-10 hydroxypropyl lauryl ether consists of a polyglycerol backbone with ten glycerin units etherified with lauryl alcohol and propylene oxide. this structure imparts unique moisturizing and solubilizing properties to the compound.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: generally a clear to pale yellow liquid.
Odor: characteristic mild odor.
Solubility: soluble in oils and various organic solvents; not soluble in water.
Density: varies based on specific formulation and concentration of the ether.

PRODUCTION PROCESS

Preparation of Polyglyceryl-10: glycerin is polymerized to form polyglyceryl-10.
Etherification: polyglyceryl-10 is reacted with lauryl alcohol and propylene oxide under controlled temperature and pressure conditions to form the ether.
Filtration and Purification: the resulting ether is filtered and purified to remove impurities and obtain a high-quality product.
Packaging and Storage: the final product is packaged and stored in a cool, dry place to maintain its properties.

APPLICATIONS

Medical: used in topical formulations for its emollient and moisturizing properties, helping to improve skin health.
Cosmetics: commonly found in creams, lotions, emulsions, and hair care products as an emollient and solubilizer. enhances texture, spreadability, and stability of cosmetic products.
Others: used as a solubilizer and stabilizer in various industrial formulations.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Biodegradability: polyglyceryl-10 hydroxypropyl lauryl ether is biodegradable, making it environmentally friendly.
Toxicity: generally considered non-toxic and safe for use in personal care and pharmaceutical products. however, it is essential to ensure that the product is free from contaminants and complies with regulatory standards.
Allergenicity: as with all chemical and natural compounds, individual reactions of intolerance or allergy cannot be excluded.

INCI


Cleansing agent. Ingredient that cleanses skin without exploiting the surface-active properties that produce a lowering of the surface tension of the stratum corneum.

Surfactant - Emulsifying agent. Emulsions are thermodynamically unstable and are used to soothe or soften the skin and emulsify, so they need a specific, stabilising ingredient. This ingredient forms a film, lowers the surface tension and makes two immiscible liquids miscible. A very important factor affecting the stability of the emulsion is the amount of the emulsifying agent. Emulsifiers have the property of reducing the oil/water or water/oil interfacial tension, improving the stability of the emulsion and also directly influencing the stability, sensory properties and surface tension of sunscreens by modulating the filmometric performance.

Surfactant - Cleansing agent. Cosmetic products used to cleanse the skin utilise the surface-active action that produces a lowering of the surface tension of the stratum corneum, facilitating the removal of dirt and impurities.
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