Personal Care Ingredients

Cosphaderm® CHA is the Hydroxamic Acid of caprylic acid. The natural organic acid is a chelator and antimicrobial with a strong efficacy against a broad spectrum of microorganisms, especially yeasts and molds. In contrast to other organic acids, Cosphaderm® CHA remains undissociated even at neutral pH and is therefore applicable over a broad pH range up to pH 7.5. The combination of chelating and antimicrobial properties in one molecule allows for use of Cosphaderm CHA for stabilization of cosmetic formulations against metal ion-induced oxidation and protection against microorganisms at the same time.

Cosphaderm® GMUD is made from natural undecylenic acid linked to plant-based glycerol. It is a natural multifunctional compound with emollient, emulsifying and skin conditioning properties. Additionally, it can support antimicrobial product protection approaches with its mild surface activity and corresponding disruption of the microorganism’s membrane integrity. As an antimicrobial multifunctional, it is especially effective against yeasts and molds.

Cosphaderm® T-70 NON GMO is a blend of sunflower oil and mixed tocopherols from NON GMO vegetable sources. It contains a minimum total amount of 70% tocopherol with high proportions of beta, gamma and delta isoforms. Mixed tocopherols are widely used as ideal natural antioxidants for protection of oil and fat components susceptible to oxidation. Cosphaderm® T-70 NON GMO can therefore stabilize cosmetic formulations in terms of discoloration as well as odor and ideally facilitates shelf-life extension.

Cosphaderm® LA-T palm free is a multifunctional blend of natural levulinic acid and its sodium salt solubilized in water and glycerol. As a liquid and water-soluble product, it is conveniently applicable in all kinds of cosmetic formulations. This combination of a mild organic acid with a classical moisturizer unites skin conditioning and humectant properties.