Formula: 32768 Difficulty Level: intermediate Shelf life: min. 3 months Optimal pH: 5.5-6.0 Phase Ingredients Dosage % Total 100 g A Olive-Silicone 15 15 g A Triheptanoin 5 5 g A MonCrem 202...
Triheptanoin
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Description
Triheptanoin - Versatile Ultra-Light Smooth Glider Emollient
Triheptanoin is a completely natural next-generation emollient, obtained from castor oil, recognized for its exceptional, light texture and rapid penetration capacity. It is the ideal vegetable alternative to mineral oils, offering the skin a "dry-touch" finish and a silky sensation, without leaving greasy residues.
Due to its high polarity, it acts as an effective solvent for organic UV filters and as a powerful pigment dispersing agent. It is distinguished by its rapid spreading capacity on the skin, being an excellent alternative to light silicone oils as well.
Ingredients: Triheptanoin
Characteristics
- Presentation: Clear, colorless liquid with low viscosity.
- Quality: 100% vegetable origin, manufacturer certified, suitable for natural and organic cosmetics.
- Solubility: Oil-soluble (dissolves in oils and fats).
- Spreading behavior: Rapid (Fast spreading).
- Profile: Biodegradable, non-comedogenic, extremely stable to oxidation, vegan.
Main Properties
- "Silky & Dry" Texture: Spreads impeccably and penetrates the skin instantly, offering a silky sensation without greasy shine.
- Dispersant and Solvent: Efficiently dissolves crystalline sun filters, preventing their recrystallization and improving SPF protection. Facilitates the uniform dispersion of pigments in makeup products, preventing their clumping.
- Superior Sensoriality: Offers a light, substantive sensation on the skin and good lubrication, different from the dry sensation of other esters.
- Vegetable Alternative: Mimics the volatility and lightness of synthetic silicones, being perfect for "clean beauty" products. Good alternative for mineral oils.
- Oxidative Stability: Unlike many vegetable oils, Triheptanoin does not go rancid, extending the shelf life of finished products.
Usage Recommendations
Cosmetic ingredient. Recommended dosage: 1% - 50%.
Suitable for O/W and W/O emulsions, anhydrous systems, surfactant formulations.
It is ideal for facial formulations where a light texture, rapid absorption, and matte-silky finish are desired. It is non-comedogenic.
Ensures quick application and immediate velvety skin, being excellent for products applied to large body areas.
Works as a light conditioning agent, providing shine and detangling without weighing down the hair strand, ideal for rinse-off or leave-in products.
Applications
- Moisturizing creams, facial serums for any skin type, including sensitive or oily skin.
- Sun protection products - creams, emulsions, oils.
- Makeup, foundation, concealer, tinted creams.
- "Dry Oil" type body oils.
- Body lotions, body milks, body butters, massage oils.
- Hair oils and serums for split ends.
- Styling products and shine sprays.
Formulation Guide
- Procedure: Added to the oil phase of the preparation.
- Temperature: Very heat-stable, can be heated in the standard emulsification process. Also suitable for cold processes.
- Compatibility: Mixes perfectly with all lipid emollients, vegetable butters, and waxes.
- Tip: Use it to reduce the heavy sensoriality of shea butter or rich oils (such as avocado oil) in a formula.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does it resemble fractionated coconut oil (MCT)?
Triheptanoin is much lighter, thinner, and absorbs much faster than MCT oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), providing a drier finish.
How does it behave in film formation on the skin?
It has a medium film-forming capacity, offering good persistence on the skin.
Can it be used in hair products?
Yes, it is excellent for replacing silicones in hair oils, as it provides shine and smoothing without leaving the hair greasy or sticky.
Safety in Use
Profile: Safe, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing ingredient, similar to vegetable oils, exhibits excellent dermal compatibility. It is ideal for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
Precautions: Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact, rinse with plenty of water. For cosmetic use only.
Storage: Keep in the original packaging, in a cool and dry place.
Bibliography and Sources
Technical documentation and information provided by the Manufacturer.
CosIng - European Commission Database for Cosmetic Substances and Ingredients.
Details
Code
D-1820
Categories
Status
Suitable for organic cosmetics
Natural index
ISO 16128 - Natural origin 1.0
Additives
no
Preservatives
no preservatives
Suitable for
cosmetics, hair care, make-up, sun protection
Key benefits
emollient
Skin care
Conditioners, Eye Creams, Face creams, Facial Oils, Makeup removers, Serums, Treatments
Skin type
All types, Combination, Oily
Body care
Body butters, Body oils, Conditioners, Creams Emulsions, Hand creams, Lotion bars, Massage oils, Nail oils/creams
Hair care
Beard oils, Hair conditioners, Hair serums, Hairstyling
Hair type
Damaged, Dry
Kids
Conditioners, Creams
Sun Care
Beach oils, Creams
Make-up
Concealer, Eyeshadow, Foundation
Solubility
miscible in oil
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