Ultalux FF
Lending Adhesive and film forming Properties to Personal Care Formulations
Selvol Ultalux FF polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH) is a high molecular ar weight former and adhesion promoter that can be used in a wide range of personal care applications including peelable masks, multipurpose creams, body washes and sun screens. As a part of the Ultalux range of PVOH, The FF grade is tested for high quality and purity and has been determined to be non-irritating in skin care formulations.
Ultalux FF Functions
- Adhesion promoter
- Film former
- Fixative
- Foaming promoter
- Fragrance delivery
- Lubricant
- Viscosity enhancement/control
- Wetting agent
Applications of Selvol Ultalux FF in Personal Care Formulations
Brow makeup, anti-aging products, body washes, ethnic hair care/weaves, eyelashes, eyeliners, eye shadow hair styling gels, mascara, facial masks and peels,pore strips, scar treatment and shampoos/conditioners.
Selvol Ultalux FF Film and Solution Properties
| Gade | Viscosity, cps1 | pH2 | Tensile Strength, psi3 | Modulus, psi | Elongation at Break, % | Adhesion to Glass, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ultalux FF |
22000 - 26000 |
4.5 - 6.5 |
1400 - 3000 |
1500 - 2500 |
>200 |
100 - 140 |
- Viscosity of a 15% solution, 20°C
- 4% Aqueous Solution
- Tensile properties and adhesion were measured on films containing 12% PVOH and 3% glycerin after casting and drying in a controlled temperature and humidity room for 24 hours
Black Mascara Formulation with Selvol Ultalux FF
black mascara formulations serves as an adhesion promoter, film former and viscosity control agent.
Procedure
| Ingredients | WT |
|---|---|
|
Water |
88.00% |
|
SD Alcohol 40-B |
4.50% |
|
Carbomer 940 |
2.30 |
|
Triethanolamine |
1.00% |
|
Selvol Ultalux FF |
1.00% |
|
Glycerin |
0.50% |
|
Methylparaben |
0.25% |
|
Trisodium EDTA |
0.05% |
|
Iron Oxide Black |
2.40% |
- Vessel1: Combine Water, Selvol Ultalux FF, Trisodium EDTA, Glycerin and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes or until solids are no longer present; transfer Vessel 2
- Vessel 2: Combine Water, 2.3% Carbomer 940 Solution, Iron Oxide Black and heat to 80°C for 30 minutes and then cool mixture to 280-35°C before adding Vessels 3 and 4
- Vessel 3: Combine Ethanol and Methylparaben in a beaker, mix on a stir plate for 30 minutes or until Methylparaben has completely wet out into the Ethanol; Add mixture to Vessel 2
- Vessel 4: Combine Triethanolamine and Water in a beaker, mix on stir plate for 30 minutes or until TEA has completely wet out into the Water; Add mixture to Vessel 2