GreenTAC®

Natural conditioner as a sustainable replacement of synthetic quaternary ammonium salts

INCI
Polyglyceryl-4 Dicocoate/Betainate Lactate

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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.

In the EU, China, Brazil, Korea, and the ASEAN countries, Cetrimonium Chloride (CTAC) faces usage restrictions due to its skin-irritating properties, thus limiting its applicability in various cosmetic formulations. Conversely, GreenTAC® is not subject to any limitation.

Scientific assessments confirm its non-irritating nature, allowing for broader application scope, including professional-grade and solid formulations. GreenTAC® can also be used at higher concentrations, offering formulators greater flexibility.

EFFICACY TESTS

LIQUID CRYSTALS

GreenTAC not only provides exceptional emulsifying properties but also promotes the formation of emulsions characterized by long-lasting liquid crystal structures. This ensures that the emulsions remain stable and effective over extended periods, delivering consistent performance and superior sensory attributes.

WET COMBING FORCE REDUCTION

To evaluate GreenTAC® potential benefits, we measured wet combing forces of hair strands before and after GreenTAC treatment and compared to CTAC.
GreenTAC® reduces wet combing force by 42% and 69% in a dose dependent manner achieving a comparable efficacy to CTAC. 

Wet Combing

Key Product Details

% OF USE

5% – 15% as conditioning agent
5% – 10% as emulsifier*

*FORMULATION TIPS:
• Recommended usage range as emulsifier: oil phase not exceeding 10-15%.
• Heating GreenTAC® in the oil phase is suggested for better performance.
• A rheology modifier in the aqueous phase is required to ensure the stability of the system over time.
• GreenTAC® shows good compatibility with medium/high polarity oils, including vetable oils.

APPLICATIONS

Hair conditioners, hair treatments, Shampoos, Skincare emulsions

TECHNICAL DATA
APPEARANCE VISCOUS PASTE
COLOUR AMBER
ODOUR CHARACTERISTIC
DRY RESIDUE (105°C) > 90%
PH (5% WATER SOLUTION AT 25°C) 3 – 5
PROPERTIES
  • Solubility and Sensory Comparison: Disperses in water and propylene glycol; insoluble in vegetable and mineral oils. Offers similar sensory properties to CTAC but with greater hair affinity.

  • Wet Combing: Reduces force by 42-69%, making it comparable to CTAC.

  • Viscosity Control: At 4% concentration, GreenTAC linearly increases viscosity with Cetearyl Alcohol, providing flexibility in emulsion behavior.

  • Eco-Sustainability and Regulatory Compliance: Biodegradable and environmentally safe, unlike CTAC’s high aquatic toxicity. Non-irritating and widely usable in cosmetics, complying with EU, China, Brazil, Korea, and ASEAN countries regulations.

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