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Cetiol® Ultimate (Undecane (and) Tridecane)

BASF Beauty Care Solutions France S.A.S

Description :
Innovative, ultra-light, non-polar and volatile.
100% renewable-based, Ecocert & Cosmos & Natrue approved. Readily biodegradable.
Ultra-fast spreading: > 2,500 mm2/10 min
The sensory benefits: easy distribution, less oiliness, dryness and smoothness
The formulation benefits:
Dry smooth textures for face creams / body creams and oils / sun creams/ foundations
Create ultra thin W/O emulsions with a very good stability. Improved skin feel with natural cosmetics. Easy preparation of color cosmetics.
Performance benefits: Very similar skin feel to Cyclomethicone. No crystallization of UV filters in clear sun care system. Good pigment wetting
Improved coverage and powdery sensation in liquid foundation. Improved color shade consistency of liquid foundation. Perceivable effects in lipstick

Product family :
Intermediate products > Functional additives

Sectors/Markets :


Bio-based content
Coconut & Palm Kernel oil
100%, Calculated by weight percentage

Environmental gain
100 % derived from renewable feedstocks
Silicone alternative
Approved by COSMOS, recommended for natural / organic formulation concepts

Geographical target markets, Manufacturing place, Place of supply in plant biomass
Last update 09/05/2019
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