actives cationics

GreenTAC®

Natural conditioner as a sustainable replacement of synthetic quaternary ammonium salts

conditioner – liquid crystals emulsifying properties

INCI name

Polyglyceryl-4 Dicocoate/Betainate Lactate

     

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GreenTAC, a patented natural cationic conditioner, enhances hair manageability, appearance, and texture while effectively competing with synthetic alternatives. It also shows emulsifying properties, promoting emulsions characterized by long-lasting liquid crystal structures. Notably, it reduces wet combing force significantly, comparable to CTAC.

Compared to quaternary ammonium salts like CTAC, GreenTAC stands out as an eco-friendly alternative. It is readily biodegradable and non-toxic for aquatic life, in contrast to CTAC, which is harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.

In the EU, China, Brazil, Korea, and the ASEAN countries, Cetrimonium Chloride (CTAC) faces usage restrictions due to its skin-irritating properties, thus limiting its applicability in various cosmetic formulations. Conversely, GreenTAC® is not subject to any limitation.

Scientific assessments confirm its non-irritating nature, allowing for broader application scope, including professional-grade and solid formulations. GreenTAC® can also be used at higher concentrations, offering formulators greater flexibility.

LIQUID CRYSTALS

WET COMBING
  • Solubility: Disperses in water and propylene glycol; insoluble in vegetable and mineral oils.
  • Wet Combing: Reduces force by 42-69%, comparable to CTAC.
  • Sensory Comparison: Similar to CTAC, but offers greater hair affinity.
  • Viscosity Control: 4% GreenTAC linearly increases viscosity with Cetearyl Alcohol; varying concentrations provide emulsion behavior flexibility.
  • Eco-Sustainability: GreenTAC is biodegradable and environmentally safe, unlike CTAC’s high aquatic toxicity.
  • EU, China, Brazil, Korea, and the ASEAN countries Regulations: GreenTAC is non-irritating and widely usable in cosmetics, unlike restricted CTAC.

ORIGIN

Chemical synthesis of natural raw materials

 

 
Appearance Viscous Paste
Colour Amber
Odour Characteristic
Dry residue (105°C) > 90%
pH (5% water solution at 25°C) 3 – 5

Hair conditioners, hair treatments, Shampoos, Skincare emulsions

% OF USE:

5% – 15% as conditioning agent

5% – 10% as emulsifier*

 

*FORMULATION TIPS:
• Recommended usage range as emulsifier: oil phase not exceeding 10-15%.
• Heating GreenTAC® in the oil phase is suggested for better performance.
• A rheology modifier in the aqueous phase is required to ensure the stability of the system over time.
• GreenTAC® shows good compatibility with medium/high polarity oils, including vetable oils.

Detangling Oily Shampoo: woman from back washing her hair with a shampoo in the shower.

 

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