Cosmetic Ingredients
Cetpro is a range of functional ingredients exclusive to the ProTec Group.
Vitamin C Derivatives | ||||||
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| Name | INCI | Function | Decription | |||
| Cetpro® AG | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Anti-ageing | Ascorbyl Glucoside is an excellent antioxidant. It can dramatically reduce the free radicals that result from UV irradiation of skin. | |||
| Cetpro® AP MB | Ascorbyl Palmitate | Anti-ageing/Skin Brightening | Ascorbyl palmitate is a gentle, stable, oil-soluble form of Vitamin C. It effectively penetrates into the upper layer of the skin. This ester reduces hyperpigmentation and has myriad benefits like fighting free radicals, collagen synthesis & anti-aging effects. | |||
| Cetpro® ATIP | Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate | Anti-ageing/Skin Brightening | Oil soluble Vitamin C derivative that has a higher rate of penetration (because it is lipid soluble, like human skin) than other derivatives; it also has a higher rate of conversion to Vitamin C within the dermis. | |||
| Cetpro® EAC | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Skin Brightening | Cetpro® EAC is modified Ascorbic Acid. This increases the molecule’s stability and enhances its transport through the skin, compared to pure Vitamin C which is easily degraded. | |||
| Cetpro® MAP | Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Anti-ageing | In addition to its effect as a radical scavenger, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is used in skin care products to lighten the skin and to support collagen synthesis. | |||
| Cetpro® SAP | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Anti-ageing | Neutralises skin damaging free radicals, boosts collagen production, evens skin tone and has antimicrobial benefits | |||
| Cetpro® THDA | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Anti-ageing/Skin Brightening | Oil soluble Vitamin C derivative that has a higher rate of penetration (because it is lipid soluble, like human skin) than other derivatives; it also has a higher rate of conversion to Vitamin C within the dermis. | |||
| Cetpro® VC-F | Ascorbic Acid | Antioxidant | Ascorbic acid (pure Vitamin C) acts as a powerful antioxidant to fight free radicals, boost collagen for firmer skin, brighten complexion by reducing dark spots, even skin tone, and provide photoprotection, especially when paired with sunscreen, making it a key anti-ageing and radiance-boosting ingredient. It also helps stabilise formulas and control pH. | |||
UV Filters | ||||||
| Name | INCI | Function | Decription | |||
| Cetpro® BMT | Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine | UV Filter | It is an organic, oil-soluble sun filter. Absorbs both UV-A and UV-B rays at wavelengths from 280 to 400nm, with peak protections at about 310 and 345nm. | |||
| Cetpro® DHBT | Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone | UV Filter | Very effective UV-B filter. Super photostable UV filter. Only loses 10% of its SPF protection ability in 25 hours. | |||
| Cetpro® DHHB | Dieethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate | UV Filter | DHHB is the only photostable organic UVA-I absorber that covers the long wavelengths of the UVA spectrum. It has good solubility in cosmetic oils and also a unique solubility in ethanol. It is compatible with inorganic UV filters like Titanium Dioxide or Zinc Oxide | |||
| Cetpro® EHT | Ethylhexyl Triazone | UV Filter | It is an organic, oil-soluble sun filter. Absorbs UV-B rays at wavelengths from 280 to 320nm, with peak protection at about 314nm. | |||
| Cetpro® UV-360 | Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (nano), Aqua, Decyl Glucoside, Propylene Glycol and Xanthan Gum | UV Filter | Bisoctrizole, or methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, is a broad-spectrum organic UV filter. It is a benzotriazole-based organic compound that absorbs, reflects, and scatters both UV-A and UV-B rays. Bisoctrizole is not approved by the FDA but is approved in the EU and other parts of the world as a UV-filter in sunscreens, day care products and skin lightening products at a maximum concentration of 10%. | |||
Skin Care Acids | ||||||
| Name | INCI | Function | Decription | |||
| Cetpro® AA-F | Azelaic Acid | Anti-Acne | Azelaic Acid has antioxidant, anti- inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It is also an anti-keratinising agent. | |||
| Cetpro® ALA | Thioctic Acid | Anti-ageing | Topical use of ALA on the skin has shown some success in the anti-aging arena with its antioxidant properties to prevent wrinkles, anti-inflammatory capabilities to help acne, and exfoliative benefits to fade brown spots. | |||
| Cetpro® DL - MAC | Mandelic Acid | Anti-ageing | An appropriate treatment for a wide variety of skin concerns, from acne to wrinkles. | |||
| Cetpro® FA Natural | Ferulic Acid | Antioxidant | Ferulic acid has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity. | |||
| Cetpro HSA | Hydroxystearic Acid | Emollient | Nourishes and softens skin and hair, making products feel smoother and more spreadable. Improves product consistency, giving a luxurious texture to lotions, creams, and deodourants. Helps in cleansing formulas by wetting surfaces and suspending dirt, contributing to lather in bubble baths and soaps. Creates desirable, rich consistencies in various formulations, from moisturisers to makeup. | |||
| Cetpro® KA | Kojic Acid | Skin Brightening | Kojic acid blocks the UV activation of tyrosinase, thereby limiting melanin production. | |||
| Cetpro® LBA | Lactobionic Acid | Exfoliating Agent | Lactobionic Acid helps prevent and reverse the appearance of photoaging, including lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, enlarged pores and roughness. | |||
| Cetpro® SCA | Succinic Acid | Anti-ageing | Succinic acid is a naturally derived dicarboxylic Acid. It is an effective anti- inflammatory and antimicrobial ingredient that helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria, making it an ideal ingredient for blemishes, blackheads and inflammatory lesions; helping to combat the acne without compromising the skin’s barrier. | |||
| Cetpro® SKA | Shikimic Acid | Anti-ageing | Shikimic acid belongs to the AHA group of acids and has excellent exfoliating properties without causing irritation. Active antioxidant properties protect skin against premature ageing, whilst the acid effectively inhibits the development of Propionibacterium acnes. | |||
| Cetpro® TA | Tranexamic Acid | Skin Brightening | Blocks the production of melanin in the cells, prevents melanin from accumulating locally and dissolves the already present melanin. | |||
Other Skin/Hair Care Actives | ||||||
| Name | INCI | Function | Decription | |||
| Cetpro® AAB | Alpha Arbutin | Skin Brightening | Alpha arbutin is a natural skin-brightening ingredient derived from the bearberry plant. The action of alpha arbutin is to prevent the synthesis of melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour. By lowering the production of melanin, alpha arbutin can assist in fading dark spots and balancing skin tone. | |||
| Cetpro® Bakuchiol | Bakuchiol | Anti-ageing | Bakuchiol acts as a natural, gentler alternative to retinol, offering anti-aging benefits like reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and improving skin texture by boosting collagen and cell turnover, but without retinol's typical irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin and daytime use. It also provides antioxidant protection, soothes inflammation, brightens skin tone, and helps with acne by fighting bacteria and calming redness. | |||
| Cetpro® BBL | Bisabolol | Anti-inflammatory | Calms irritated skin, reduces redness and swelling, and helps with conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and acne. Fights free radicals from UV rays and pollution, slowing signs of ageing like wrinkles and preserving collagen. Helps the skin retain moisture, reducing dryness and smoothing fine lines. Reduces the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, leading to a more even, brighter complexion. | |||
| Cetpro® Biotin | Biotin | Skin/Hair Care Active | Biotin (also known as Coenzyme R, Vitamin H and Vitamin B7) is mainly used for its moisturising and smoothing properties. It's believed to improve the texture in creams, and also add shine, manageability and body to the hair. | |||
| Cetpro® DC-P | Calcium Pantothenate | Conditioner | Draws water into the skin and hair, preventing dehydration and providing long-lasting hydration. Improves hair's elasticity, adds shine, and reduces frizz and breakage, making hair more combable. Supports the skin's natural healing process, promoting cell regeneration and repairing damage. Helps soothe irritated skin and reduce redness, making it great for sensitive or post-shave skin. Reduces static electricity in hair. | |||
| Cetpro® Ectoin | Ectoin | Anti-ageing | Whether it’s from sensitivity, irritation, or environmental factors, Ectoin works to help soothe your skin, leaving it looking and feeling more even. It helps by supporting your skin’s barrier and promoting a visibly healthier, more refined look. Ectoin is a hydration powerhouse, locking in moisture to keep your skin soft, supple, and plump without feeling greasy or heavy. | |||
| Cetpro® Glycine | Glycine Function | Anti-ageing | Glycine, a small amino acid, offers several benefits for skincare, including improved hydration, increased collagen production, and enhanced skin repair and regeneration, making it a valuable ingredient in many cosmetic formulations. | |||
| Cetpro® HA-CAT | Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate | Hair Care Active | Cetpro® HA-CAT is Cationic Hyaluronic Acid made from a cationic etherifying agent and sodium hyaluronate, which have good compatibility with anionic surfactants, enabling shampoos to have better cleansing and conditioning capacity. | |||
| Cetpro® HA-Oil | Castor Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Anti-ageing | Oil soluble Sodium Hyaluronate, ideal for lipstick applications, offering improvements in moisture retention and gloss. | |||
| Cetpro® HAP | Hydroxyacetophenone | Skin conditioning | Hydroxyacetophenone is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient with skin-conditioning and soothing effects in cosmetics, it can also be used as a substitute for traditional preservatives, with antiseptic and synergistic effects. | |||
| Cetpro® HPR-P | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate | Anti-ageing | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a stable and gentle derivative of retinoic acid that is used in skincare to reduce visible signs of ageing such as fine lines and wrinkles. It binds directly to the skin's retinoic acid receptors, offering high efficacy with fewer side effects than conventional retinol. | |||
| Cetpro® HPR-S | Dimethyl Isosorbide and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate | Anti-ageing | Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and improves skin elasticity and firmness. Refines skin texture, minimizes pores, and evens out skin tone. Helps reduce mild breakouts and associated redness by regulating sebum and speeding up cell turnover. Offers benefits similar to retinol but with significantly less irritation, making it well-tolerated by sensitive skin. | |||
| Cetpro® IQC | Isoquercetin | Antioxidant | Isoquercetin is a potent antioxidant and skin conditioning agent that is found in apples, fruit and vegetables. | |||
| Cetpro® KAD | Kojic Dipalmitate | Skin Brightening | It has the ability to inhibit tyrosinase activity in synthesis of melanin and is more stable than Kojic Acid | |||
| Cetpro® L-Glutathione | Glutathione | Anti-ageing | L-Glutathione acts as an antioxidant, free radical scavenger and skin whitening agent | |||
| Cetpro® ML | Menthyl Lactate | Cooling Agent | Menthyl Lactate is known for its cooling and soothing properties. When applied to the skin, it creates a refreshing and invigorating sensation that can help to soothe and calm irritated or sensitive skin. | |||
| Cetpro® MLT | Melatonin | Anti-ageing | Melatonin penetrates the skin and activates the synthesis of antioxidant enzymes. These antioxidant enzymes work to block free radicals and therefore repair oxidative damage to the skin. This means melatonin is a major skin protectant, from free radical scavenging to DNA damage repair. | |||
| Cetpro® NCA-EZM | Niacinamide | Anti-ageing | When used as part of a daily skincare routine, niacinamide may help calm the skin, reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL), and increase hydration in the skin’s uppermost layer. This makes niacinamide a beneficial skincare ingredient for those looking to promote hydrated, smooth, and even-toned skin. | |||
| Cetpro® Pullulan | Pullulan | Film-Former, Skin Tightener, Rheology Modifier | Film-former, skin tightener, rheology modifier, synergistic effect with Vitamin C. | |||
| Cetpro® Resveratrol | Resveratrol | Anti-ageing | Resveratrol has been shown to increase collagen production in the skin by activating specific genes and enzymes involved in collagen synthesis. This can help to firm up the skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. | |||
| Cetpro® VBE12 | Cyanocobalamin | Antioxidant | It helps relieve sensitive, stressed, and irritated skin, and is often used to alleviate symptoms of eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It works by reducing the activation of the inflammasome and decreasing histamine release. As an antioxidant, it neutralises free radicals, protecting the skin from external stressors like UV light and pollution, which helps fight premature ageing. | |||
| Cetpro® VBE | Vanillyl Butyl Ether | Warming Agent | A unique sensory agent that provides a warming effect to the skin. | |||
| Cetpro® VP4 | Troxerutin | Anti-ageing | Research has shown it functions as an antioxidant when applied topically, scavenging free radicals and preventing oxidative stress. It has also been shown to improve microcirculation and reduces capillary permeability, responsible for couperose. | |||
Conditioners | ||||||
| Name | INCI | Function | Decription | |||
| Cetpro® PQ-10 | Polyquaternium-10 | Conditioning Agent | Improves wet and dry combability, enhances shine. | |||
| Cetpro® PQ-11 | Polyquaternium-11 | Conditioning Agent | Improves wet and dry combability, good curl retention, moisturising, improves skin feel in emulsions. | |||
| Cetpro® PQ-22 | Polyquaternium-22 | Conditioning Agent, Enhances Slip | Enhances slip and lubricity, excellent pH compatibility, reduces drag and skin tightness. | |||
| Cetpro® PQ-37 | Polyquaternium-37 | Conditioning Agent | Polyquaternium-37 is a cationic polymer used in hair care products for its conditioning, anti-static, and film-forming properties, leading to benefits like enhanced shine, elasticity, and ease of combing without weighing hair down. | |||
| Cetpro® PQ-39 | Polyquaternium-39 | Conditioning Agent | Enhances slip and lubricity, excellent pH compatibility, detangling properties, aids curl retention, reduces drag and skin tightness. | |||
Rheology Modifier | ||||||
| Cetpro® HPMC 100H | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose | Thickener | Gives lotions, creams, and gels a rich, smooth consistency, preventing oil and water layers from separating. Creates a breathable, flexible film on skin and hair, helping products adhere better (like in makeup) and reducing moisture loss (like in masks). Helps blend oil and water phases, maintaining a uniform product. Boosts lather in shampoos and cleansers. Its hydrophilic nature attracts and holds water, providing long-lasting hydration. Improves the sensory feel, making products feel soft, smooth, and easier to spread. | |||
| Cetpro® HPMC 200H | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose | Thickener | ||||
| Cetpro® Thix ATC | Acrylamide/Sodium Acrylate Copolymer/Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum)/ Trideceth-6 | Rheology Modifier | Versatile rheology modifier, good compatibility with anionic, non-ionic and some cationic materials, silky skin & hair feel. | |||
| Cetpro® Thix Carbomer | Carbomer | Rheology Modifier | Rheology modifier, easy to disperse Carbomer technology, superior clarity versus traditional Carbomers, suspension aid, emulsion stabiliser, suitable for hydro-alcoholic gels. | |||
| Cetpro® Thix PQ-37M | Polyquaternium-37/Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum)/ Trideceth-6 | Rheology Modifier | Acts as a multifunctional rheology modifier. Enhances the aesthetic properties | |||
| & provides thickening, conditioning, suspending & emulsion stabilization. | ||||||
| Cetpro® Thix SF1 | Acrylates Copolymer | Rheology Modifier | Versatile rheology modifier, perfect for hair & skin cleansing formulations, | |||
| excellent clarity, easy to use, ideal flow characteristics, particle suspension, synergistic thickening effects with electrolytes and surfactants. | ||||||
| Cetpro® Thix HEC AD 100H | Hydroxyethylcellulose | Rheology Modifier | Hydroxyethylcellulose is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer used as a thickening agent for aqueous cosmetic and personal care formulations. It will produce crystal clear gel products and thicken the aqueous phase of cosmetic emulsions. It can also be used to efficiently thicken shampoos, body washes and shower gels. | |||
| Cetpro® Thix HEC AD 30000 | Hydroxyethylcellulose | Rheology Modifier | Hydroxyethylcellulose is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer used as a thickening agent for aqueous cosmetic and personal care formulations. It will produce crystal clear gel products and thicken the aqueous phase of cosmetic emulsions. It can also be used to efficiently thicken shampoos, body washes and shower gels. Lower viscosity and degree of polymerisation compared to AD 100H. | |||
Surfactants | ||||||
| Cetpro® PEG-8 GTCC | PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides | Emollient | PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides acts as an excellent emollient, moisturiser, and emulsifier in cosmetics, improving product texture, enhancing ingredient penetration, and conditioning skin and hair without feeling greasy. It helps bind moisture, smooth skin, solubilise oils, and is used in everything from creams and lotions to sunscreens and shampoos to create a silky feel and improve product performance. | |||
| Cetpro® SCG | Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate | Surfactant | Lifts dirt, oil, and impurities from skin and hair without stripping natural moisture. Produces a creamy, stable, and rich lather that lasts longer. Helps prevent skin dehydration, leaving it feeling smooth. Reduces mineral interference, allowing cleansers to work better. Well-tolerated by sensitive skin, often used in baby products and eco-friendly formulas. | |||
| Cetpro® SSG | Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate | Emulsifier | Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate (SSG) is a gentle, amino acid-derived ingredient used in cosmetics primarily as a mild emulsifier to blend oil and water, creating stable textures, and as a skin/hair conditioner, offering hydration and a smooth feel, especially for sensitive skin. It also acts as a gentle surfactant in higher concentrations, making it versatile for creams, lotions, sunscreens, and hair products without irritation. |