Personal Care Ingredients

Polycos HCA-501 is a naturally derived conditioning polymer that provides very high clarity over a wide range of surfactant systems. It imparts excellent conditioning without build-up on the hair. In skin care applications, Polycos HCA-501 conditions the skin, leaving a soft soothing after-feel. The product can be used for a wide range of hair and body care applications and is particularly recommended for clear/transparent formulations such as shampoos, conditioners, body wash, shower gels, liquid soaps as well as skin care formulations.

Polycos A-2500 is a multifunctional bio-based, non-ionic, transparent rheology modifier, film former, emulsion stabilizer, and conditioning polymer for skin care and hair care applications. It has good electrolyte tolerance and helps to provide skin conditioning. This polymer is compatible with electrolytes and is stable over a wide pH range. It's also suitable for hydroalcoholic systems.

Polycos ECOGUM Clear is a 100% natural, non-ionic, and biodegradable biopolymer ideal for clear formulations. This unique grade of guar gum provides a smooth texture with a honey-like flow, offers high clarity, and acts as an excellent natural film former – outperforming traditional hydrocolloids like xanthan gum.

It helps stabilize emulsions, restore skin moisture, hydrate hair and scalp, reduce static, and form a protective barrier against environmental stressors. A sustainable, high-performance choice for face and body care, as well as hair styling and treatment formulations.

Polycos ECOGUM is a 100% natural, non-ionic, and biodegradable thickening, texturizing, and film-forming biopolymer. This high-quality grade of guar gum provides a smooth texture with a honey-like flow and offer good compatibility across a wide range of surfactant systems. It is suitable for a wide range of formulations, both in leave-on and rinse-off applications. The product also acts as an excellent natural film former, enhances conditioning properties and stabilizes lather in cleansing systems.