Liquid Tamarind Extract
Botanical Extract
Adds botanical value to the formula.
TECHNICAL DATA
INCI Tamarind extract, Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Aqua
Classification Active
Appearance Opaque liquid
Color Pale yellow to dark brown
Odor Characteristic
pH (20 °C/68 °F) 4.5 - 5.5
Density (20 °C/68 °F) 1.000 - 1.015
Refractive index 1.3329 - 1.3425
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohols and glycols
Aerobic mesophiles Max. 100 CFU/g
Yeast and mold Max. 100 CFU/g
Pathogens Absent
FUNCTION
Deep moisturizer with an immediate effectImproves skin elasticity and tone
APPLICATIONS
CreamsTonersGelsShampooMasksFacial moisturizing serumsYounger-looking and firming creamsNourishing body lotions
DESCRIPTION
Active
Aqueous tamarind extract is a highly moisturizing plant active, with properties that surpass even hyaluronic acid (supplier data). It helps reduce the look of wrinkles, improve elasticity and increase the look of skin density.
Practical formulation guide
Usage level: 1% to 5% (higher concentrations are safe)
How to use and incorporate: Aqueous, glycolic or glycerin extracts: add to the water phase or during cool-down (below 40 °C/104 °F). Oil extracts: add to the oil phase or during cool-down. Powdered extracts: first dissolve or disperse in water or glycerin. Adjust the pH at the end.
Formulation tips:
- Extracts contribute color, odor and microbial load: use a broad-spectrum preservative system and run a microbial challenge test on the final formula.
- They may precipitate in the cold or over time; filter or shake before use and check that the color or clarity of the finished product does not change.
- Before scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 / 25 / 45 °C/39 / 77 / 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.
Compatibility: Aqueous and glycolic extracts are compatible with gels, toners, emulsions and surfactant bases; oil extracts with oils and emulsions. Some tannins and flavonoids darken in the presence of iron or at alkaline pH.
Storage: Store at 4–18 °C/39–64 °F · Protect from light · Shake if precipitates form before formulating
Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes. Do not ingest. See the Safety Data Sheet.
Technical information for formulators: This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.
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