Decalact
Description
Decalact - The Natural Antimicrobial Alternative for Skin and Scalp
Decalact is a multifunctional active blend, 100% of natural origin, recognized for its powerful antimicrobial properties. This innovative ingredient is specifically designed to fight against microorganisms that cause skin disorders such as dandruff (Malassezia furfur), unpleasant body odor (coryneform bacteria), acne, or foot fungus.
Unlike aggressive synthetic agents, Decalact is extremely gentle on the skin's protective barrier, offering clinically demonstrated efficacy in deodorant products, treatment shampoos, and foot care solutions. It effectively reduces a range of opportunistic germs without harming the skin or mucous membranes.
Ingredients (INCI): Sodium Caproyl/Lauroyl Lactylate, Triethyl Citrate.
Technical Characteristics
- Quality: 100% vegetable origin, approved for natural and bio cosmetics.
- Appearance: Brown-yellowish liquid.
- Solubility: Dispersible in water, soluble in oils and surfactants.
- Function: Active antimicrobial, deodorant, anti-dandruff.
Performance and Studies
The efficacy of Decalact has been validated through numerous in vivo and in vitro tests conducted by the manufacturer:
- Anti-Dandruff Efficacy: Clinical studies show that Decalact significantly reduces dandruff formation, with a performance comparable to Piroctone Olamine, while being much gentler on the sensitive scalp.
- 24h Deodorant Protection: "Sniff-test" type trials confirm the reduction of unpleasant body odor for a period of 24 hours by selectively inhibiting the bacteria that decompose sweat.
- Anti-Acne Action: Demonstrates excellent activity against Cutibacterium acnes, helping to cleanse the skin and reduce inflammation.
- Anti-Fungal Effect: Tests confirm its efficacy in foot treatments (athlete's foot), reducing the symptoms of fungal infections.
Main Properties
- Natural Antimicrobial: Offers effective protection without disrupting the skin's beneficial natural flora. It acts on: Malassezia furfur, Trichophyton, Epidermophyton floccosum, Candida albicans, Propionibacterium acnes.
- Sebum Control: Helps balance the scalp and oily-prone skin.
- Easy to use: The liquid form allows for rapid incorporation into various types of formulations (shampoos, emulsions, sprays).
- Effective and Safe: Does not accumulate in the environment and has an excellent safety profile for the skin. It is non-sensitizing and contains no genetically modified compounds. It effectively reduces a series of opportunistic germs without harming the skin or mucous membranes.
Usage Recommendations
General recommended dosage: 0.5% - 2%.
Used as an ingredient for cosmetic formulations, emulsions, and rinse-off products, targeting specific skin conditions or to avoid unpleasant skin odor.
Applications
- Cleansing gels and lotions for acne-prone skin.
- Natural deodorants, intimate hygiene products.
- Shampoos and tonics for dandruff or seborrheic scalp.
- Anti-fungal foot creams and sprays.
- Gentle antibacterial liquid soaps and shower gels.
Formulation Guide
- Procedure: In shampoos, mix directly with the tensides. In emulsions, add to the oil phase or at the end.
- Stability: Stable in the pH range of 4.0-7.5, and for optimal efficacy 4.5-5.5.
- Synergies:
- For acne-prone skin: Combine with Marine-Z or Niacinamide.
- For natural deodorants: Enhance with Zinc Ricinoleate or additional Triethyl Citrate for prolonged protection.
- For feet, anti-fungal and odor: Combine with Tea Tree Essential Oil (recognized for its powerful anti-fungal properties) and Alum Powder (for sweat control).
- For anti-dandruff shampoos: Associate with Salicylic Acid (natural BHA) for flake removal and Rosemary Essential Oil or Atlas Cedar Essential Oil for scalp purification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Decalact a preservative?
Although it has antimicrobial properties, Decalact is not officially approved as a preservation system. Its role is as a treatment active ingredient, so the addition of a preservative (such as Cosgard) is necessary for the microbiological safety of the product.
Does it stain clothes in deodorants?
No, Decalact is transparent in the formula and does not leave white residue or yellow stains on textile materials.
Safety in Use
Profile: Safe ingredient, gentle on the skin.
Precautions: External cosmetic use. Observe the recommended dosage.
Storage: In a cool place protected from direct light (15-25°C).
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