Selvol™ Ultalux SC Product Information
Advanced Hydration in Personal Care Formulations
Selvol Ultalux SC polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) copolymer (INCI: VP/vinyl alcohol copolymer) is a unique film former and adhesion promoter. It is especially applicable in skin care, hair care and color cosmetics products.
In fact, the SC grade provides an ideal balance of film-forming and adhesion. Additionally, it improves hydration for use in masks and peels, antiaging creams and lotions, pore strips and scar treatment creams. This improved hydration makes it fantastic for use in moisturizers, multipurpose creams and moisturizing masks.
We have also tested Selvol Ultalux SC for high quality and purity and have verified it is nonirritating on skin.
At SEKISUI, we guarantee top quality in all our Ultalux products.
Functions in Personal Care Formulations
The SC grade offers a range of functions, but these are its most outstanding:
- Adhesion promoter
- Film former
- Fixative
- Moisturizer
- Viscosity enhancer and controller
Applications in Personal Care Formulations
Manufacturers can use this grade in an array of products:
- Cosmetics
- Brow makeup
- Eyeliners
- Eye shadows
- Mascaras
- Hair care
- Ethnic hair care/weave formulations
- Hairstyling gels
- Shampoos and conditioners
- Other products
- Antiaging products
- Body washes
- Facial masks and peels
- Pore strips
- Scar treatments
Contact us for more information about Ultalux SC, or request a sample today.
Selvol Ultalux SC Properties
| Grade | Viscosity, cps1 | pH2 | Tensile Strength, psi3 | Modulus, psi | Elongation at Break, % | Adhesion to Glass, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selvol Ultalux SC | 1,400 – 1,600 | 5.5 – 7.0 | 1,500 – 2,500 | 3,250 – 4,250 | > 200 | 110 – 150 |
1. Viscosity of a 15% solution, 20°C
2. 4% aqueous solution
3. Tensile properties and adhesion as measured on films containing 12% PVOH and 3% glycerin after casting and drying in a controlled temperature and humidity room for 24 hours
Improved Hydration in Facial Mask Formulations
Compared to other PVOH-based facial masks, Ultalux SC offers excellent skin adhesion, flexible film-forming characteristics and superior hydration.
Moisturizing Face Mask Formulation
| Moisturization Ratio (Area A/Area B) |
|
|---|---|
| Selvol Ultalux SC face mask | 2.9 |
| Typical PVOH face mask | 2.5 |
| Ingredient | WT % |
|---|---|
| Water | 71 |
| Selvol Ultalux SC | 12 |
| Ethanol | 12 |
| Glycerin | 2 |
| PEG 400 | 2 |
| Propylene glycol | 1 |
Procedure
1. In a mixing vessel with a high-speed mixer, add 15% Ultalux SC solution.
2. Add ethanol, glycerin, PEG 400, polysorbate-20, preservatives, fragrances and extracts, with blending.
3. Allow the solution to deaerate so that it is free of bubbles.
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This product shows a greater than 15% improvement in hydration.
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It also produces a 50% reduction in cook time.
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