At the SEPAWA Congress in Berlin from October 23 to 25, BASF is presenting the company’s latest solutions for applications in the personal care markets.
Texapon SFA is a very mild, innovative anionic surfactant based on sustainable, RSPO-certified renewable resources. The product is extremely gentle on the skin and eyes, making it especially suitable for delicate baby skin and formulas for tear-free shampoo products. Clinical tests have shown that Texapon SFA does not cause a burning sensation in the eyes, is easy on the skin and mucous membranes, and creates an extremely porous, stable and creamy foam. Sensor tests have confirmed these results.
Texapon SFA is extremely stable in terms of storage and temperature, and can be used across a wide pH range. It is 100 percent biodegradable and suitable as an alternative to surfactants containing sulfate. The product reinforces the beneficial effect of the cationic polymers in shampoos and has been proven to make it easier to comb hair – including when added to formulas that do not contain polymers.
Dehyton SFA is an innovative blend of Texapon SFA and betaine. It is cold-processable, easier to formulate and comes with very low risk of irritating the eyes. It is extremely gentle on the skin and mucous membranes and can be used as a micellar thickening agent in formulas.
The global trend toward finding ways to unwind and do things at a slower pace has also taken root in the skincare industry. BASF's skin-to-soul care concept is designed to enable its customers to meet this consumer need. Taking the time out of a busy schedule to do an intensive skin care routine can reduce stress and improve physical and mental wellbeing. The transforming textures of BASF's cream-to-oil formulas offer an intensive sensory experience that leave the user feeling cared for and relaxed following their skin care routine. The light, pleasant O/W formulas are rich in oil (up to 50 percent), which becomes evident as soon as it is applied to the skin. The result is an oily texture that glides across the skin. With this latest generation of cream-to-oil technology, BASF is able to meet the demand among consumers today for environmentally friendly ingredients, and opens the door for a huge range of new formula concepts that fulfil the requirements of the COSMOS standard for natural cosmetics. BASF customers can also opt for the most environmentally friendly UV filters on the European market for all new cream-to-oil sunscreen formulas based on the assessment by the EcoSun Pass.
