Discover a high-performance humectant delivering multiple benefits, from long-lasting moisturisation to anti-dandruff properties and enhanced semi-permanent hair color
Why choose ZEMEA®?
Zemea® propanediol is a bio-based alternative to petroleum-based glycols and glycerin for formulators who desire versatile, multifunctional, and innovative cosmetic ingredients. It has preservative-boosting properties and provides benefits for a wide range of applications in skin, hair and oral care, but also for semi-permanent hair color.
It is produced through a proprietary fermentation process using plant-derived glucose instead of petroleum-based feedstocks. Zemea® produces 69% less greenhouse gas emissions and consumes 60% less nonrenewable energy than petroleum-based 1,3-propanediol.
INCI: 1,3-propanediol
Key benefits
SKIN CARE BENEFITS
- No skin irritation or sensitisation
- Skin moisturisation and hydration that lasts
- High-scoring sensorials
- Boosts preservative efficacy
- Differentiating solubility
- Ideal carrier of polar active ingredient to the skin
- Skin barrier benefactor
HAIR CARE BENEFITS
- Provides a cleaner feel with less static
- Boosts efficacy of zinc pyrithione (ZPT) in dandruff care products
- Enhances moisturisation
- Improves sensorials
- Improves viscosity with less added salt
- Enhances consumer perception with respect to foam generation (feel, volume, and density)
- Enhances deposition of conditioning agents for softer wet and dry hair
SEMI PERMANENT HAIR COLOR BENEFITS
- Superior application & coverage
- Richer, longer-lasting color
- Enhanced wash fastness
- Better sensory experience
ORAL CARE BENEFITS
Benefits in mouthwash formulations:
- Eliminates solubilizer gelling
- Reduces surfactant load
- Improves taste
- Enables formulation clarity
- Alcohol-free formulation possible
Benefits in toothpaste formulations:
- Solvent for sorbitol and sweeteners
- Carrier for gums
- Improves taste
- Gels with clarity and rheology
- SLS-free formulation possible
Regulatory statements and certifications
• Natural Products Association (NPA)
• USDA BioPreferred® Program – 100% bio-based
• Natural Health Products Ingredient – Health Canada
• Halal certified
• Kosher certified
• Microbiome-friendly certified (Scalp, Face, Body and Vaginal in leave-on and rinse-off applications )
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