The Benefits of Responsibly Plant-Based Natural Sensory Enhancers
Learn about Inolex’s range of Sensory Emollients, Emulsifiers, and Texturizers that are derived from biodiverse feedstocks.
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Why Formulate with Sensory Enhancers that Support Biodiversity?
Inolex's SustOleo™ Series ingredients are designed to provide high-performance alternatives to traditional cosmetic ingredients, with excellent stability, functionality, and sensory characteristics. With growing consumer demand for natural and sustainable cosmetics, formulating with the SustOleo™ Series can help your brand meet this demand and stand out in the marketplace.
Featured Sensory Enhancers
SustOleo™ DCS
Sustainable All-Purpose Emollient
- 100% natural from non-palm sources
- Color pigment & UV filter dispersing emollient
- Silicone-like afterfeel
- Excellent for natural deodorant applications
SustOleo™ MCT
Medium Chain Triglyceride
- 100% natural from non-palm sources
- Medium chain triglyceride emollient
- Comparable sensory to caprylic/capric triglyceride
- Nourishing after feel with low residue
SustOleo™ TL
Natural Powder-to-Liquid Texturizer
- Dual melting points for unique sensory
- Improve sensory in powder dry shampoo
- Creates transformational experience
- 100% coconut-derived
SustOleo™ TSB
Buttery Texturizer and Structuring Agent
- Rich, buttery skin-feel
- 100% derived from brassica
- Fast breakdown and quick absorbing
- Semi-solid emollient
SustOleo™ BA
Brassica-Derived Structuring Agent
- Build viscosity & stabilize emulsions
- Fatty alcohol derived from non-palm sources
- 55°C melting point
- Vegan and COSMOS approved
SustOleo™ BG
Brassica-Derived Co-Emulsifier
- Create soft textures and easy pick-up
- 100% natural from non-palm sources
- Create soft lamellar structure
- Translucent appearance in formulation
SustOleo™ GMS
Olive-Derived Nonionic Emulsifier
- Non-palm glyceryl monostearate
- Co-emulsifier & structuring agent
- 100% natural, COSMOS approved
- Build high viscosity
SustOleo™ GMS-SE
Olive-Derived Anionic Emulsifier
- Self-emulsifying glyceryl monostearate
- 100% natural derived from non-palm sources
- Primary emulsifier for O/W systems
- Creamy texture and firm structure
Explore Our Sensory Enhancer Prototypes
Sensory by SustOleo™ Set
Compare the unique textures of 3 different sensory enhancers in a basic lotion formulation: SustOleo™ MCT, SustOleo™ TSB, and SustOleo™ TL.
Color Care Conditioner
This creamy conditioner is 100% biobased with a new breakthrough in amino-acid based hair care, AminoSensyl™ HC, that conditions, smooths and strengthens all hair types.
The Shampoo Bar
A sustainable take on a traditional shampoo, this waterless bar cleans without stripping. AminoSensyl™ HC rehydrates and conditions hair. LexFeel™ N5 MB provides combability with the benefit of silicone-free.
The Hair Mask
This creamy solid hair mask uses the amino-acid based amino lipid, AminoSensyl™ HC to deeply nourish the hair and LexFeel™ N350 MB to provide color protection.
The Dry Shampoo
This non-aerosol format is a powder dry shampoo in a recyclable container made from recycled materials. It absorbs oil and refreshes hair with a soft and smooth feel. Natural and traceable oils from Provence, France soothe the scalp.
HempHair Hydrating Conditioner
A conditioner of 99% certified biobased content. Utilizing cannabis-based non-quat conditioning system, ProCondition™ Sativa, this conditioner makes for a great cannabis story for hair care.
Gentle Exfoliating Cream Cleanser
This creamy soft cleanser, exfoliates the outer levels of the skin to reveal a bright and rejuvenated complexion. It simultaneously conditions the skin which preps it for the next steps in the routine.
Icy Air Cream
Experience a whimsical winter with this airy and icy skin cream. It is lightweight in pick-up and after-feel with a subtly crystalized appearance.
SPF 80 Sunscreen
A high SPF recreational sunscreen that gives superior sensorial and protection for your skin.
UnVisible Sunscreen SPF35
The UnVisible Sunscreen uses inorganic UV filters for SPF 35 protection and a pigment combination, dispersed with LexFeel™ WOW DT, that eliminates the white chalky appearance on all skin tones.
Natural Glow CC Cream SPF15
Prime, moisturize, protect in one step. The Natural Glow CC Cream leaves the skin soft and hydrated while protecting from the sun with SPF 15. Covers blemishes and imperfections for an all-day glow.
Butter Frosting
A silky body butter reminiscent of homemade frosting. The dynamic sensory experience begins with a firm viscous texture that quickly melts into the skin for a smooth, silky finish.
The Deodorant
This natural deodorant has a smooth glide and dry finish on skin. Natural anti-bacterial agents prohibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria.
The Solid Moisturizer
This is a sustainable and waterless take on a typical body moisturizer. Combining natural butters, plant-based emollients, and soft solid texturizers creates a unique experience without the need for plastic packaging.
Watch the full on-demand webinar: "Designing sustainable ingredients for the future of health, beauty, and wellness" to learn more about Inolex's breakthrough technology, responsibly plant-based solutions, and transparent and verified processes. Together, we can create better ingredients for a better world.
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