Formula: 162885P Difficulty level: beginner Shelf life: min 3 months pH optimal: 4.0-4.5 Phase Ingredients Dosage % Total 50 gr A Distilled water 91.4 45.7 gr A Guar gum 1 0,5 gr B Alum powder 3 1,5...
Lemonester
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Description
Lemonester - Enzymatic Inhibitor for High-Performance Natural Deodorants
Lemonester (Triethyl Citrate) is a high-purity cosmetic ingredient of 100% plant-based origin, especially recognized for its remarkable efficacy in controlling unpleasant body odor. Unlike aggressive antibacterial agents, Lemonester acts by inhibiting the enzymatic decomposition of sweat components, preventing odor formation at the source without disrupting the skin's natural flora. It is a versatile, odorless, and biodegradable liquid, essential in "clean label" formulations aiming for safe, gentle, and long-lasting protection.
Ingredients (INCI): Triethyl Citrate.
Technical Characteristics
- Origin: Obtained through the esterification of citric acid with ethanol (plant source).
- Appearance: Oily liquid, clear, colorless, and odorless.
- Solubility: Soluble in ethanol and oils; partially soluble in water.
- Function: Active deodorant, solvent, fragrance fixative.
Performance and Properties
The manufacturer supports the use of Lemonester as a physiological solution for odor control, highlighting the following benefits:
- Biological Odor Control: Inhibits the activity of bacterial esterase, the enzyme responsible for transforming odorless sweat into malodorous molecules. By locally lowering the pH, it creates an unfavorable environment for odor-causing bacteria.
- Safety and Gentleness: It is extremely well-tolerated by the sensitive skin of the underarms, being non-irritating and non-sensitizing.
- Fragrance Fixative: Helps anchor and gradually release essential oils in formulas, prolonging the freshness of the finished product.
- Excellent Solvent: Facilitates the incorporation of poorly soluble compounds and certain UV filters, also acting as a dispersing agent.
Main Properties
- Eco-Friendly Deodorant: Natural alternative to aluminum salts and triclosan.
- Non-Sticky Effect: Provides a comfortable sensation upon application, without greasy residues.
- Natural Plasticizer: In hair styling products (hair sprays), it offers flexibility to the formed film, preventing a brittle hair appearance.
Usage Recommendations
General recommended dosage: 1% - 5%.
In roll-on or spray deodorants: 1% - 5%.
In body lotions and creams: 1% - 3%.
As a fixative/solvent in natural perfumes: up to 5%.
Applications
- Natural deodorants (stick, roll-on, spray, or cream).
- Foot care products (sprays and powders).
- Alcohol-based or oil-based perfumes.
- Hair styling products (hair sprays, lacquers).
- Aftershave lotions and colognes.
Formulation Guide
- Procedure: Introduced into the oil phase of emulsions or mixed directly with alcohol/oils in anhydrous products. In surfactant-based preparations, it is added to the surfactant mixture. In water-based preparations, it is dissolved with a solubilizer, mixed with the aqueous phase, and then proceeded as usual.
- Stability: Stable at high temperatures and light. Optimal pH range: 4.0 - 5.0.
- Synergies:
- Superior Protection: Combined with Decalact for a dual effect: Decalact fights microorganisms, while Lemonester blocks enzymatic activity.
- Absorption and Neutralization: Associated with Zinc Ricinoleate (which captures already formed odors) and Alum Powder for a complete professional deodorant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Lemonester stop perspiration?
No, Lemonester is not an antiperspirant. It allows the skin to breathe and perspire naturally but prevents sweat from turning into an unpleasant odor.
Does it have a lemon scent?
Although the name suggests this, the ingredient is odorless. The name comes from the fact that it is an ester of citric acid (which is found in lemons).
Safety in Use
Profile: Biodegradable product, non-sensitizing, well-tolerated by the skin.
Precautions: For external cosmetic use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid direct contact with eyes. Observe recommended dosages.
Storage: In a cool place, tightly closed, away from light and moisture.
Bibliography and Sources
Technical documentation and information provided by the manufacturer.
CosIng - European Commission database for cosmetic substances and ingredients.
Specialized literature on natural cosmetic ingredients.
Details
Code
D-1451
Categories
Other names
Hydagen® CAT, dermofeel® TEC
Status
Suitable for organic cosmetics
Suitable for
bath, cosmetics
Key benefits
deodorant
Body care
Body butters, Creams Emulsions, Foot creams
Hygiene
Deodorants
Solubility
in oil
Use level
1 - 5 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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I use it in deodorant with alum stone. It can be easily combined with other deodorant ingredients, it contributes significantly to neutralize odors.
I use it in my own recipe for deodorant, I love it. I am sure it helps neutralize unpleasant odors. I use it in the maximum permissible percentages, it imprena with other actives. I recommend!
This is the first time I have used it in a deodorant (made by someone else) and I am very pleased, it does the job very well. I will definitely become a loyal ellemental customer, for anything they can substitute from the trade.
It really does the job. I tried the deodorant formulas featured on the website and the whole family fell in love with them.
I use it in deodorants for women and men. Effective in both versions, including during menopause when perspiration becomes more acidic.
It is an active deodorant that gave such a pleasant smell to the deo-stick formulated by me.Nelipsit deodorant in the daily routine of freshening, perfuming.
I am pleased with the effectiveness of my Lemonester based deodorant stick formula. I will include it in other deodorant formulas
I made a deodorant using one of the recipes published on the website, but the results were not up to expectations. I went back to the old store-bought deodorant 😒
I used Lemonester along with zinc ricinoleate because I didn't have alum at the moment. I mean it's not as effective as deodorants with alum.
I used it in a deodorant prepared according to one of the recipes on the site, and the result is a product that I can't do without!
Added to coconut oil, which is the basis of my solid deodorant at the rate of 3% of the preparation + 3% zinc ricinoleate + white clay + palmarosa EO and Ho tree EO (to suppress the smell of palmarosa, which I do not really like): all in a small jar. No sweat odor and light floral-woody scent! Perfect!
An effective product for deodorant gel . Leaves a pleasant smell and is much healthier than commercial deodorants
It is effective in liquid deodorant and works easily with it when making cream deodorant. I recommend!
This is my first time using this product when making solid deodorant, it works easily and even though I haven't used deodorant often you can see the change.
Este super! Abia am așteptat sa il pun în deo stik! Mulțumesc frumos Elemental!!! Cinci din cinci stele!!
The deodorant gel with lemonster in your recipe, which I prepare whenever needed, is effective in summer too, even during sports.
It is really very effective. I stopped using deodorants with harmful chemicals years ago, but only now I can say that my deodorant is super effective and completely natural on top of that :)
I find the gel deodorant that has this deodorizing agent in it brilliant. It really works after a few days.