CELLULOSCRUB® L

The most suitable natural alternative to PE micro particles

INCI
Cellulose Acetate

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CelluloScrub™ L is an innovative white exfoliating scrub that matches the high performance of traditional polyethylene (PE) beads, offering a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative. Sourced from wood pulp, CelluloScrub™ L is made of modified cellulose, providing the personal care industry with a renewable and biodegradable ingredient. The cellulose used in its production is derived from certified sustainable forests, ensuring there is no negative impact on land overexploitation.

This biodegradable material is recognized by the scientific community for its proven ability to break down in environments such as wastewater treatment plants. In addition to its environmental benefits, CelluloScrub™ L mirrors the performance of PE beads, including its abrasiveness, and suspension capacity, while maintaining stability in various cosmetic formulations without impacting the product’s pH or colour.

Key Product Details

CHARACTERISTICS

It’s stable in all formulations including aqueous formulations
The abrasiveness of particles do not change
The particles do not bleach and do not color the product
It’s easy to maintain in suspension

REFERENCES

Celluloscrub L 300 micron
Celluloscrub L 500 micron
Celluloscrub L 1000 micron

TECHNICAL DATA
APPEARANCE POWDER WITH SOME FIBROUS PARTICLES
COLOUR OFF-WHITE
FRAGRANCE CHARACTERISTIC
AQUEOUS GEL STABILITY KEEPS ABRASIVENESS AND COLOUR
ABRASIVENESS 4
PROPERTIES
  • Biodegradable: Degradation proven by microorganisms in wastewater treatment environments.
  • Equivalent performance to polyethylene:
    • Colour
    • Colour stability
    • Consistent abrasiveness.
    • Comparable suspension capacity due to similar density.
  • Formulation stability: Remains stable in cosmetic products, with no impact on pH or color.
  • Minimal pH impact: Reduces pH by only 0.1 to 0.2 units, unlike other exfoliating polymers such as polylactic acid.
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