Zinc Ricinoleate Properties and Alternatives for Body Odor

Asked by: dkhanijou On: July 22, 2021 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

When Zinc Ricinoleate is dissolved in oil and cools down, does it solidify like wax? Are there other ingredients that can be used as an alternative to this substance for eliminating body odor?

Answer

Zinc Ricinoleate Consistency and Alternatives

Regarding Zinc Ricinoleate, while the pure form is described as a waxy solid, the product available is a 30% solution which is a yellow liquid. This solution is dispersible in water.

If you are looking for alternative ingredients to help eliminate body odor, there are several options available that work through different mechanisms:

  • Odor-Kill™: An ingredient designed to absorb odors.
  • Clean-n-Cool™: Provides intimate cooling and odor absorption.
  • Citromask™: A natural deodorizer.
  • CycloSorb™ Clear: A water-soluble ingredient for odor absorption.
  • SugarClean™: A deodorizer derived from sugarcane extract.
  • Odor-Kill DO™: Contains Octenidine HCl, which acts as a deodorant.

These alternatives offer various properties and can be used in different formulation types depending on your needs.