Hydroxyethyl Cellulose * Cosmetics

Hydroxyethyl cellulose is very common in cosmetics. It can give cosmetics excellent product texture and is very important for improving consumers' usage experience. It can also play multiple roles such as thickening, emulsification stabilization, and moisturizing.

1. Thickening effect

In cosmetic formulas, such as lotions, creams, shampoos, shower gels and other products, HEC is an excellent thickener. Taking creams as an example, it can increase the viscosity of the cream and give it a good texture. If the cream is too thin, it is difficult to form an effective protective film on the skin, and it is not convenient to use and store. HEC can adjust the texture of the cream to the appropriate consistency, making the product easier to apply and adhere to the skin.

For shampoos and shower gels, it can prevent the product from being too thin and flowing away quickly from the hands. In these products, thickened HEC can make active ingredients and fragrances evenly dispersed in the system.

2. Emulsification and stabilization effect

In emulsion cosmetics, HEC helps to stabilize the emulsion. Emulsion is a system of oil phase and water phase, and emulsifiers are usually required to prevent the separation of oil phase and water phase. Hydroxyethyl cellulose can work synergistically with emulsifiers to enhance the stability of the emulsion.

3. Moisturizing effect

HEC has certain moisturizing properties. It can form a thin moisturizing film on the surface of the skin. This film can prevent the loss of water in the skin and absorb a certain amount of water from the surrounding environment. In some moisturizing lotions or essences, HEC can enhance the moisturizing effect of the product.

4. Improve the feeling of use and product texture

It can make cosmetics have good rheological properties. During use, such as when applying lipstick, lip gloss and other lip products, HEC can make the product have appropriate softness and ductility. For example, for products such as liquid foundation, it can make the product smoother and easier to push when applied, and can better fit the skin, making the makeup more natural.

From the perspective of product texture, in some high-end cosmetics, it helps to create a delicate and smooth texture. HEC can make the particles in the product evenly distributed, greatly improve the texture of the product, and enhance consumers' favorability towards the product.