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Pentavitin® – Saccharide Isomerate

Preservative: None

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£5.10 - £206.00
£5.10
£5.10 - £206.00
£5.10

INCI Name: Saccharide Isomerate, Aqua, Citric Acid (and) Sodium Citrate

CAS Number: 100843-69-4, 7732-18-5, 77-92-9 (and) 68-04-2

Description

Pentavitin® (Saccharide Isomerate) is a plant-derived humectant that mimics the carbohydrate complex naturally found in skin. It binds to the skin's surface, giving deep, long-lasting hydration that does not wash off easily, so it works in rinse-off products as well as leave-on ones.

It is preservative-free, ECOCERT- and NATRUE-approved, and suits both warm and cold processing.

Key Properties

  • Plant-derived humectant
  • Manufacturer data shows hydration lasting up to 72 hours
  • Supports the skin barrier
  • Effective at low concentrations
  • Works in rinse-off products
  • ECOCERT and NATRUE approved

Applications

  • Moisturisers and serums
  • Cleansers and body washes
  • Scalp care for a comfortable, hydrated scalp and less visible flaking

How to Use

  • Add to the water phase
  • Suitable for warm or cold processing

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Technical Details
  • Appearance: clear, yellowish to slightly amber-coloured, slightly viscous liquid
  • pH: 4.0 - 5.0
  • Residue on drying: 52.0 - 55.0 % m/m
  • Relative density d20/20: 1.240 - 1.255
  • Refractive index n25: 1.422 - 1.430
  • Identity by Infrared spectrum: corresponds to the reference spectrum
  • Total aerobic mesophile plate count: < 100 CFU / ml
  • Specified microorganisms: not detectable in one milliliter

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Formulation Guide
  • PENTAVITIN® offers versatility in processing, accommodating both warm (< 60°C) and cold environments.
  • To optimize its effectiveness in cosmetic formulations, it should be seamlessly integrated into the aqueous phase.

    For skin care formulations, we recommend incorporating 1% to 5% PENTAVITIN® to achieve optimal results.
  • In hair care applications, we suggest adding 0.2% to shampoo and 0.5% to conditioner or treatment products for the best outcome.
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