OLEAMULS® WO

Cold processable Water in oil emulsifier

INCI
Polyglyceryl-4 Pentaoleate

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OLEAMULS® WO is a nonionic Water in Oil emulsifying system obtained from renewable sources: Italian olive oil and Polyglycerol from vegetable glycerin.

Easy to use, also in cold processing, it is remarkably versatile in terms of formulation and compatibility with all active ingredients and well-tolerated by the skin.

Water in oil emulsions allow deeply moisturizing, rich and nourishing formulations containing as low as 30 – 35% of natural oils as the sole source of lipids achieving a unique sensoriality uncommon in water in oil systems.

EFFICACY TESTS

OLEAMULS® WO IN SUNCARE APPLICATION

Three water-in-oil (WO) suncare systems with theoretical SPF 30 were formulated using mineral UV filters and the respective emulsifier at recommended concentrations. Spectrophotometric analysis of static SPF (Fig. 1) shows that OLEAMULS® WO enhances SPF, ensuring adequate protection.

A sunscreen is labeled “water resistant” (WR) if its SPF effectiveness remains above 50% of the initial SPF after two 20-minute water immersions. SESAMULS® WO outperforms the benchmark in maintaining water resistance, approaching the maximum level (Fig. 2).

Bar charts comparing the static SPF and water resistance of SESAMULS® WO, OLEAMULS® WO, and a benchmark product.

Key Product Details

% OF USE

2.5% – 4%

 

APPLICATIONS

Ideal for dry skin products, baby skin products and sun care products.
It can be used to formulate emultions for sensitive skins, baby care, sun care and color cosmetics.

TECHNICAL DATA
APPEARANCE Viscous Oily liquid
COLOUR Amber
ODOUR Characteristic
HLB 6 (experimental)
DRY RESIDUE 95 – 97 %
ACID TOTAL NUMBER 5 max. (mg KOH/g)
SAPONIFICATION NUMBER 120 – 163 (mg KOH/g)
PROPERTIES
  • Plant-Derived and Palm Oil-Free: Made from 100% plant-derived raw materials, free from palm oil.
  • Pigment and Sun Filter Dispersion: Highly effective at dispersing pigments and sun filters, ensuring even coverage and stability.
  • Smooth and Glossy Emulsions: Produces emulsions that are smooth and glossy in appearance, with a pleasantly light feel and emollient properties.
  • Cold Processing: Easy to use at low temperatures, suitable for cold processing techniques.
  • Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, mineral and vegetal oils, fatty acids, fatty alcohols, and their derivatives.

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