High-performance non-ionic solubilizer free of all PEGs.
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High-performance non-ionic solubilizer free of all PEGs.
Free Solve™ (PEG-Free Solubilizer) is a high-performance, non-ionic solubilizer that is free from all PEGs.
INCI: Oleth-12, Oleth-15, Oleth-20, Water
Light color, high dissolving efficiency, pH range 5-7, therefore gentle on skin. Can be used in oral care.
Advantage of Oleth Emulsifier:
| Benefit of Oleth | Why it helps | How it differs from other high‑HLB emulsifiers |
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| Liquid at room Temp | Can be cold‑processed, easy to pump and pre‑blend with oils or peroxide | Steareth‑, Ceteareth‑ and PEG‑40 HCO are waxy solids that must be melted |
| Very low odour & colour | No carry‑through smell, no yellow cast in white creams | Polysorbates and castor ethoxylates often have a fatty or fishy note and can yellow with age |
| Excellent oil affinity (C18:1 oleyl tail) | Produces small droplet size with mineral, vegetable & silicone oils; soft feel | Laureth‑/Myreth‑ ethoxylates (C12‑14) give more squeaky/stripping feel and foam more |
| Mild, non‑ionic, low eye/skin irritation | Suitable for leave‑on, kids & scalp products | High‑EO polysorbates or laureths show higher TEWL & erythema indexes |
| Broad pH & electrolyte tolerance | Stable in acid peroxide developers, alkaline dyes, salt scrubs | Polysorbates hydrolyse in strong acid/alkali; some glucosides salt‑out |
| Good clarity & low foaming | Ideal for clear gels, micellar waters, cream developers | PEG castor derivatives can create haze; laureths generate foam |
| Synergy with cationics | Forms mixed lamellar phases with quats → better creaminess/conditioning | Non‑ionic polysorbates give less conditioning, anionics are incompatible |
Usage: Helps dissolve oils, perfumes, essential oils in water, giving clarity.
Mixing method: Mix the oil until well blended (you can use 80 degrees Celsius heat to help dissolve it more easily), then add in the water.
Usage rate: 1-10%
Product Description: Clear liquid
Solubility: Dispersible in water-oil.
Storage: Can be stored at room temperature, but close the bottle tightly and keep it away from sunlight or heat. The product has a shelf life of at least 2 years.
INCI Name : Oleth-12, Oleth-15, Oleth-20, Water
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