Betaine
INCI: Betaine
Solubility: completely soluble in water at pH 3.0-3.5; in ordinary water may form light flakes, which does not affect the consistency of the cosmetic
Appearance: white powder with a sweet taste
Betaine is completely natural, it is obtained from sugar beet juice. Active moisturizing, conditioning and relieving skin irritation are always needed in cosmetology.
A natural moisturizer and stabilizer, due to its unique moisture-retaining properties, is always included in serums for the face and body.
Gives the skin smoothness, evenness, softness, popular in body balms, especially if the skin is prone to dryness. A baby cream with betaine will also be useful.
In combination with silk guar, it provides hair with a natural shine, makes curls textured and elastic. Owners of dry scalp need it: betaine perfectly moisturizes the scalp.
When added to foaming surfactants and shampoo bases, betaine noticeably reduces their irritating effect, and also increases the volume and stability of foam, enhances the effect of conditioners, while betaine itself is also a mild conditioner.
Luxuriously moisturizes the skin in masks, feel free to add it everywhere. Betaine, when dissolved in water, can produce light flakes; when the medium is acidified to pH 3-4 (with lactic acid, for example), the flakes disappear.
Cosmetic use: 2-4%
- shampoos, hair conditioners - 3.5%,
- sensitive skin cleansing - 3-4%,
- gel, emulsion, make-up remover - 2-3%,
- face mask - 3-5%,
- shower gels, bath foam - 4%.
Shelf life: 3 years in a cool and dry place
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