Beauty and Innovation in Harmony with Nature – Polygal AG’s Hydrocolloid Solutions

POLYCOS RS-UF is a natural, soft, physically modified, surface active rice starcg with a specific softness due to its fine particle size. Rice Starch offers high adsorption of oils and fats and specifically developed for dry hair shampoos.

Polycos CAT-1000 is a naturally derived conditioning polymer. It provides high clarity across a wide range of surfactant systems, improves wet combability, and offers effective wet and dry conditioning. The product can be used for a wide range of hair and body care applications. Suitable for silicone, silicone-free as well as sulphate-free shampoo and body wash formulations.

Polycos CA-50 ECO is a biodegradable, conditioning and styling polymer derived from natural guar gum. The product is Vegan, COSMOS compliant, and produced with a water saving process technology. The product can be used for a wide range of hair and body care applications where conditioning properties are desired. It can help to increase foam volume and enhance the delivery of active ingredients. In styling formulations like mousses as well as leave-on styling treatments and creams, it helps to elevate styling properties as well as provide conditioning benefits.

Polycos CA-3002 ECO is a conditioning polymer with high a cationic charge, derived from natural guar gum. The product is Vegan, COSMOS compliant and produced with a water saving process technology. It is substantive to hair, has a superior effect on wet and dry combability, and enhances foam-boosting properties. It delivers a silky, smooth feel to hair without build up, as well as a soft skin feel. It is ideal for use in shower gel, body wash, liquid soaps, soap bars, shampoos, conditioners, and other personal care products.

Polycos CA-3001 ECO is a conditioning polymer, derived from natural guar gum. The product is Vegan, COSMOS compliant and produced with a water saving process technology. It is substantive to hair, has a superior effect on wet and dry combability, and enhances foam-boosting properties. It delivers a silky, smooth feel to hair without build up, as well as a soft skin feel. It is ideal for use in shower gel, body wash, liquid soaps, soap bars, shampoos, conditioners, and other personal care products.

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 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.

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 Soft Touch is a 100% natural biopolymer with a unique particle design that enhances the sensory profile of any personal care and cosmetic product. It also serves as a sebum absorber, talc and TiO2 replacer, and natural opacifier in a wide range of products.

Polycos CA-3000 ECO is a conditioning polymer, derived from natural guar gum. The product is Vegan, COSMOS compliant and produced with a water saving process technology. It is substantive to hair, has a superior effect on wet and dry combability, and enhances foam-boosting properties. It delivers a silky, smooth feel to hair without build up, as well as a soft skin feel. It is ideal for use in shower gel, body wash, liquid soaps, soap bars, shampoos, conditioners, and other personal care products.

Polycos ECOGUM Sense is a 100% natural, non-ionic, biodegradable biopolymer, offering thickening, texturizing, stabelizing and film-forming properties. It delivers a luxurious sensory experience with a light, elegant moisturizing texture and outstanding lubricity. Derived from carefully selected carob tree kernels, Polycos ECOGUM Sense guarantees the highest quality of locust bean gum. This versatile product is suitable for a wide range of surfactant-free 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.