GINONIC CSA- 20
INCI Name:
Ceteareth- 20
General Information: GINONIC CSA- 20 is used as emulsifying agent for the production of
creams, liquid emulsions, gels and other cosmetic and pharmaceutical preparations. GINONIC
CSA-20 is a high HLB emulsifier used in oil in water emulsions. Provides exceptionally stable
emulsions when used in combination with another co-emulsifier such as Cetostearyl Alcohol,
Glycerol Stearate. Soluble in Water and Isopropyl alcohol.
Normal Use levels: 1-5%
Applications / Recommended for:
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Sun care (Sun protection, After-sun & Self-tanning)
Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling)
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up
Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care)
Binders
Formulary:
Formulas are used as a mean to provide basic formulation information and guidance in the use
of ingredients.
Repairing Moisturizer for Hand and Body
Normal to dry skin benefits from this repairing formulation refreshing tired and lifeless skin.
Phase
A
B
C
Ingredients
Carbomer
Water(q.s.)
Liquid Paraffin
Stearic acid
Glycerol monostearate
GINONIC CSA- 20
Isopropyl myristate
Cetostearyl alcohol
Decyl Oleate
Silicon oil DC-200
0.10
100
5.0
2.0
3.0
3.5
1.0
2.0
1.0
2.0
D
E
Glycerol
Triethanolamine
Fragrance
5.0
0.3
0.25
Procedure: Disperse A and B. Combine C. Heat AB and C separately to 70 C and combine
with rapid stirring. Immediately add D and cool to below 40 C and add E.
Moisturizing Body Cream
Phase Ingredients
A
Water(q.s.)
Carbomer(Carbopol 934)
B
Methyl Paraben
Glycerine
Propylen Glycol
Tetra sodium EDTA
100
0.2
0.3
3.0
1.0
0.05
C
Ginonic CSA-20
Glycerol Monostearate
Propyl Paraben
Dimethicone copolyol
Sunflower oil
Iso propylmyristate
1.5
1.0
0.3
2.0
2.0
2.0
D
E
Cyclomethicone
Water
Triethanolamine
Fragrance
4.0
2.0
0.25
0.25
F
Procedure: Prepare A by dispersing carbomer in water before using. Heat A to 60°C and add
B to A. Heat C to 75 C and add AB at to C under agitation. At 75°C add D and continue mixing.
At 55°C, add E and decrease the speed of agitation. After 5 min begin to cool to 40°C, add F
and mix well before cooling to room temperature.