Emulium® Dermolea MB, Gattefossé's new plant-based O/W emulsifier will be officially launched at in-cosmetics global Barcelona. Emulium® Dermolea MB reduces skin stress and brings long-term soothing thanks to its unique lipidic composition rich in sterols and triterpenes. This new ingredient was obtained using Gattefossé’s proprietary knowledge on the wax butter technology and is composed of candelilla, rice bran, and jojoba waxes.
The skin's surface lipids become highly impacted when exposed to environmental stress. This stress alters the skin barrier function, facilitating the penetration of irritants and increasing transepidermal water loss (TEWL). As a result, the skin becomes dry and presents sensitivity associated with redness and a stinging sensation. In addition, a compromised skin barrier function can lead to a burning sensation upon application of cosmetic products.
There is a growing need for a gentle, soothing texture agent that reduces the skin's sensitivity to aggressions and enables the use of skincare and cosmetic products without worrying about uncomfortable side effects.
Gattefossé introduces Emulium® Dermolea MB, its latest O/W plant-origin emulsifier, a true ally of sensitive skin. Composed of plant lipids close to those of the skin’s surface, rich in anti-inflammatory pentacyclic triterpenes and sterols, Emulium® Dermolea MB forms a light, skin-compatible film, proven to reduce environmental skin stress. Highly moisturizing and protective, it reinforces the skin barrier function and brings a long-term soothing effect. Gattefossé’s lipid chemists have designed this new ingredient using their proprietary knowledge on the wax butter technology. Candelilla wax, rice bran wax, and jojoba wax have been selected for their complementary properties to create this texture ingredient. It is composed of two INCI: polyglyceryl-6 distearate that has emulsifying properties, and candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, the wax derivatives that bring sensoriality, efficacy, and stability.
Emulium® Dermolea MB is multifunctional, making it possible to develop a wide range of cosmetic applications suitable for all skin types and climates. It can emulsify oil phases up to 40% and create thin sprays to thick butters suitable for skin care, suncare, makeup, and hair/scalp care. In the form of pellets, it is very easy to formulate and forms stable emulsions. It is readily biodegradable, COSMOS approved, and vegan compliant.
Emulium® Dermolea MB is among the shortlisted functional ingredients of in-cosmetics global innovation zone awards and will officially be launched at the show.
