Superior Feel and Performance in a Plant-based Cationic Emulsifier

The combination of feel and performance is crucial in cosmetic formulations and cationic emulsifiers are known for imparting these qualities. Kostol TMC-25 brings the best features of cationic emulsifiers to both hair and skin care products with greater safety than previously available.

Kostol TMC-25 emulsifies and thickens offering mild cationic emulsions. In skin products, the silky, non-greasy after-feel leaves a pleasant sensation. Specifically for oil-in-water systems, Kostol TMC-25 creates the luxurious feel that is the cationic emulsifier’s signature. Cationic emulsifiers offer the potential for greater moisturizing in skin care formulations. Additionally, the product adds particularly good slip making Kostol TMC-25 a beneficial addition to shaving products.

Consumers’ product performance demands are becoming more sophisticated as they require products that perform well and have specific aesthetic properties In hair formulations, Kostol TMC-25 imparts the qualities that consumers want most; effective conditioning, detangling, frizz control, and anti-static benefits. Because cationic emulsions tend to have good adhesion to hair, the conditioning continues to deliver your system’s specific benefits over time. Two of our unique hair formulations provide examples of this versatility.

(Formula: #2/20-10013/358-4)

Our Citrus Hair Masque gives hair an intense conditioning. Citrus Hair Masque feels smooth and flowing, and leaves hair soft, supple, and shiny. Kester Wax, K-24 contributes to the pleasant feel of the formula. Kostol TMC-25, the cationic emulsifier, provides a high degree of adhesion for conditioning as well as anti-static properties. Kostol TMC-25 is both sulfate-free and supplied without Isopropyl Alcohol. Orange Wax acts as an emollient, bringing the signature scent to the formula.

Supplier information: 1. Koster Keunen, Inc.; 2. Maroon, 3. Brenntag Specialties; 4. Integrity Ingredients.

(Formula: #7/20-10013/10030-11)

Our Amber Waves Hair Conditioning Bar highlights the versatile formulation options in systems that take advantage of Kostol TMC-25. The sulfate-free bar combines eco-friendly, waterless conditioning with sustainable, upcycled Orange Wax. All hair types benefit from this convenient conditioning bar, with its distinctive, pleasing scent.

Supplier information: 1. Koster Keunen, Inc.;

Koster Keunen’s Kostol TMC-25 is a step up in safety. Through a proprietary process, we remove volatile compounds that are commonly associated with cationic emulsifiers. In our studies, Kostol TMC-25 can be used successfully to replace other, more volatile cationic emulsifiers at a 1:1 ratio, while providing better safety in both the laboratory and in production. Kostol TMC-25 also conforms to INCI nomenclature requirements, adding label clarity as your products enter worldwide markets with various national standards.

A signature feature of cationic emulsifiers is their ability to improve adhesion to hair and skin. This allows for the creation of formulations that perform well in both wash off and leave-in applications. Kostol TMC-25 is just another way our research and development provides new ingredient options for your hair and skin formulations. If you have any questions for your own products, please let us know.