Alternatives for Xiameter MEM-7173 and Genencare OSMS BA

Asked by: ibaraherb3 On: February 18, 2026 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Could you please recommend alternatives for the following ingredients?

  • Xiameter MEM-7173
  • Genencare OSMS BA

Answer

For the ingredients you mentioned, here are the equivalent or alternative products available:

1. Alternatives for Xiameter MEM-7173

Xiameter MEM-7173 is an Amodimethicone emulsion used primarily in hair care for conditioning and smoothness. You can use the following alternatives which provide similar hair-conditioning benefits:

  • Hair-Cond™ 8194 (e.q. MEM-8194): An Amodimethicone emulsion that provides excellent conditioning, making hair easy to comb and soft.
  • Hair-Cond™ 0949 (e.q. MEM-0949): Another high-performance Amodimethicone emulsion suitable for rinse-off and leave-on hair products.

2. Alternatives for Genencare OSMS BA

Genencare OSMS BA is high-purity anhydrous Betaine. It acts as an osmolyte to manage water balance in cells and provides moisturization. You can use:

  • Natural Betaine (Crystal): Pure Betaine in crystal form, providing identical moisturizing and skin-protecting properties.
  • Natural Betaine (Betaine Anhydrous Powder): The powder version of natural Betaine, which is a direct substitute for Genencare OSMS BA.

Both of these Betaine options are natural and highly effective for both skin and hair care applications.