New product launches
BotaniDesign™ & Actigum™ Care
BotaniDesign™ - Derived from nature, biodegradable by design
In the ever-evolving landscape of personal care, Cargill Beauty proudly introduces BotaniDesign™—a groundbreaking emollient that transcends industry standards. This revolutionary product serves as a derived natural and plant-based alternative to conventional petroleum jelly, embodying a commitment to sustainability, efficacy, and innovation.
BotaniDesign™ stands apart as a 100% derived natural and readily biodegradable emollient. In a world increasingly focused on eco-conscious choices, this product aligns seamlessly with the growing demand for sustainable beauty solutions.
As a vegetable-based drop-in replacement for petrolatum, BotaniDesign™ facilitates a 1:1 transition from petro-based products in emulsion formulations. This adaptability ensures a smooth transition for manufacturers seeking more sustainable alternatives without compromising performance.
Studies show BotaniDesign™ performed comparably to White petrolatum
BotaniDesign™ (T2B 82%) and White Petrolatum (84%) had similar Smoothness Effects after 6 hours of wear
Graph shows TB2 (TB2-Top 2 boxes, i.e. Strongly Agree and Somewhat Agree)
Consumer study show that BotaniDesign™ performed comparably to white petrolatum across many categories. Subjects with positive responses found BotaniDesign™ to have similar effects during application and post-application including:
- Ease of spread and absorbed into their skin as application
- Smoothness and moisturization effects at the 2-minute post-application
- Smoothness and moisturization effects after 6 hours of wear
Actigum™ Care – Redefining natural excellence in personal care
Cargill Beauty proudly unveils its latest innovation, Actigum™ Care, a revolutionary 94.5% naturally derived rheology modifier designed for personal care applications. Crafted with precision using Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate and Sclerotium Gum, Actigum™ Care represents a harmonious synergy of nature's elements.
Actigum™ Care stands out as a formidable alternative to traditional petro-based polymers, offering a remarkable 94.5% natural composition.
This groundbreaking product brings together the unique properties of starch and sclerotium gum to deliver a rheology modifier that not only matches but surpasses the functionality of its synthetic counterparts, all while enhancing sensoriality.
Sensory Analysis - Bouncy Anti-Aging Cream Comparison
An expert panel compared Bouncy Anti-Aging Cream with Actigum™ Care versus the same cream with Carbomer at iso-viscosity. The cream with Actigum™ Care showed:
- more peaking during pick-up
- more quick break effect, more freshness and faster absorption during rub-out
- some smoothness 2 minutes after application
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Cargill has not tested products in final OTC drug formulations. Compliance with FDA regulations is the responsibility of the customer.
Studies available upon request.