Esters: PPG or polypropylene glycol esters

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PPG esters are known as polypropylene glycol esters, and they are (according to this link) “a mixture of propylene glycol mono- and diesters of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids derived from edible oils and fats. The products are produced either by direct esterification of propylene glycol with fatty acids or by transesterification of propylene glycol...

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Esters: Combining esters in leave-in conditioners

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We’ve already taken a look at how to use cetyl esters in a leave in conditioner, so let’s take a look at combining them with a few other esters like C12-15 alkyl benzoate, ethylhexyl palmitate, and PEG-7 olivate the way we did yesterday with the intense and rinse-off conditioners. Why use esters in leave in...

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Esters: Combining esters in rinse off conditioners

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I know we’ve taken a look at using cetyl esters in a rinse-off conditioner, so let’s take a look at incorporating other esters into the mix! Ethylhexyl palmitate is a good inclusion in hair care products if you’re trying to avoid silicones (for a few more silicone replacement ideas, please click here). It’s considered a...

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Esters: Using PEG-7 olivate in shampoo

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If you’re a greasy haired girl, you’ll avoid oils like I avoid Brussel sprouts on Christmas Day. But don’t avoid esters – PEG-7 olivate and other water soluble oils aren’t out to increase your greasiness and spoil that good hair day. Using it in small amounts can offer some emolliency and shine to your hair,...

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Esters: Using PEG-7 olivate in foamy surfactant products – body wash

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You know how much I love my foamy and lathery surfactants, so let’s add some PEG-7 olivate to a body wash to enjoy the reduction in irritation, slight increase in thickening, and increase in moisturization! We’re all on a quest to find body washes that don’t leave us feeling all dry and stiff after a...

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