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Olivem 1000 (Cosmetic Grade)
Olivem 1000 (Cosmetic Grade)
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Olivem 1000 is a versatile cosmetic grade emulsifier ideal for creating a luxurious texture in lotions, creams, and other skin care products. It is a non-ionic emulsifier with superior stability and provides a gentle, protective barrier for conditioning skin.
Form: Wax, doesn't need co-emulsifier
Specifications, Usage & Handling
Specifications, Usage & Handling
Specifications:
-Solubility: Soluble in oils and fats. Dispersible in water when used in emulsions. Insoluble in water on its own.
-Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid in flake or pellet form.
-pH (1% solution): 5-7
-Melting Point: 65-75°C
-HLB Value: Around 9-10, suitable for oil-in-water emulsions
Ingredients:
INCI: Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate
CAS: 95982-53-5, 92045-46-8
Recommended Usage Rate: Typically used at 2-8% concentration in cosmetic formulations.
Formulation Guide: -Heat Phase: Olivem 1000 should be melted in the oil phase and heated to 70-75°C.
-Emulsification: Combine the oil phase with the water phase and blend to create a stable emulsion.
-Cooling Phase: Cool down slowly while mixing to ensure emulsion stability.
Shelf Life: 2 Years
Storage Guidelines: -Temperature: Store at a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Ideal storage temperature is below 25°C.
-Packaging: Keep in tightly sealed, original packaging to protect from moisture and contamination.
-Avoid Humidity Exposure: Exposure to high humidity can affect the texture and performance of Olivem 1000.
Storing Olivem 1000 in a stable, dry environment helps maintain its effectiveness, ensuring it performs optimally in formulations.
Caution: -Temperature Sensitivity: Requires specific heating conditions for optimal performance (usually around 70-75°C) to form a stable emulsion; overheating can affect emulsion stability.
-Concentration Limits: Should be used within the recommended concentration range (2-8%) to avoid destabilizing the formulation.
-pH Compatibility: Ideal for formulations with a final pH range of 5-7. Outside this range, the stability and texture of the emulsion might be compromised.
-Not Ideal for Water-Free Formulas: Since it’s designed to emulsify oil and water phases, it’s not effective in water-free formulations.
-Patch test is recommended for all formulations containing olivem 1000.
Applications, Features & Benefits
Applications, Features & Benefits
Applications: -Skincare: Creams, lotions, and serums for moisturizing and conditioning.
-Haircare: Conditioners and hair masks.
-Suncare: Sun creams and after-sun products.
-Makeup: Foundations, BB creams, and tinted moisturizers.
Features: -Non-Ionic Emulsifier: Compatible with various actives and surfactants without interference, making it highly versatile.
-High HLB Value: With an HLB of around 9-10, it is effective for oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.
-Creamy, Light Texture: Produces a rich, creamy consistency that is pleasant on the skin, making it suitable for premium formulations.
-Biodegradable and Eco-Friendly: Due to its natural origin and low environmental impact, it aligns with eco-conscious and “green” formulations.
-Broad Formulation Flexibility: Can be used across a wide range of skincare and haircare products, from lotions and creams to conditioners.
Benefits: -Natural Origin: Derived from olive oil, making it suitable for natural and organic formulations.
-Skin Conditioning: Offers moisturizing and nourishing benefits, leaving a soft, silky feel on the skin.
-Mild and Non-Irritating: Gentle enough for sensitive skin and commonly found in hypoallergenic products.
-Stable Emulsion Creation: Effective as a primary emulsifier for creating stable oil-in-water emulsions, even with varying oil-phase concentrations.
-Wide Compatibility: Works well with a variety of ingredients, including plant extracts, essential oils, and actives.
-Penetration Enhancer: Helps improve the absorption of active ingredients into the skin.
Shipping, Packaging & Dispatch Information
Shipping, Packaging & Dispatch Information
Packaging:
Stand-up pouch with zipper.
Dispatch Estimate:
- In Stock: 2-3 working days
- Pre-Order: 10-12 working days
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Taxes & Legal Information
Taxes & Legal Information
This product price is inclusive of 18%514287000000074413 GST. Input Tax Credit is available for Indian GST registred customers.
Return, Refund, Exchange & Cancellation Policy
Return, Refund, Exchange & Cancellation Policy
-Goods once shipped are not eligible for alteration, return, exchange & cancellation.
-Any product with physical defects/damage need to be notified to us before usage with an unboxing video. No replacements/refunds will be made after usage and without an unboxing video.
-In case of pre-order items the order cancellation/alteration requests cannot be processed after 24 hours of order being placed.