- Solubility: Disperses in water and propylene glycol; insoluble in vegetable and mineral oils.
- Wet Combing: Reduces force by 42-69%, comparable to CTAC.
- Sensory Comparison: Similar to CTAC, but offers greater hair affinity.
- Viscosity Control: 4% GreenTAC linearly increases viscosity with Cetearyl Alcohol; varying concentrations provide emulsion behavior flexibility.
- Eco-Sustainability: GreenTAC is biodegradable and environmentally safe, unlike CTAC’s high aquatic toxicity.
- EU Regulations: GreenTAC is non-irritating and widely usable in cosmetics, unlike restricted CTAC.
GreenTAC, a patented natural cationic conditioner, enhances hair manageability, appearance, and texture while effectively competing with synthetic alternatives. It also shows emulsifying properties, promoting emulsions characterized by long-lasting liquid crystal structures. Notably, it reduces wet combing force significantly, comparable to CTAC.
Compared to quaternary ammonium salts like CTAC, GreenTAC stands out as an eco-friendly alternative. It is readily biodegradable and non-toxic for aquatic life, in contrast to CTAC, which is harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Additionally, while CTAC faces usage restrictions in the EU due to its skin-irritating properties, GreenTAC’s non-irritating nature allows for broader applications, including professional-grade and solid formulations.
A sensory panel has confirmed no significant differences between CTAC and GreenTAC on hair, except for GreenTAC’s higher affinity, potentially leading to increased substantivity.
LIQUID CRYSTALS
WET COMBING
ORIGIN
Chemical synthesis of natural raw materials
Appearance | Viscous Paste | |
Colour | Amber | |
Odour | Characteristic | |
Dry residue (105°C) | pH (5% water solution at 25°C) | 3 – 5 |
Hair conditioners, hair treatments, Shampoos, Skincare emulsions
% OF USE:
2% – 8% as emulsifier
5% – 15% as conditioning agent