DESCRIPTION: Odour-Shield is a naturally derived and fully biodegradable active that significantly neutralizes unwanted odours – in cosmetic formulation or on the skin. It comes in an easy-to-use, water-soluble form. Odour-Shield works by trapping and absorbing odours. which. It is able to efficiently bind and neutralize molecules causing unpleasant odours, such as organic acids, amines, ammonia, mercaptans, thioethers, hydrogen sulphide, etc. Functional groups such as aldehydes and ketones which are often parts of perfumes are not absorbed. Others groups are – so you could expect a reduction in fragrance as well.

Odour-shield is especially beneficial for natural deodorants because it does not block pores or inhibit perspiration. It also does not disrupt the skin’s microflora because it is neither anti-microbial nor anti-fungal

BENEFITS

• Easy-to-use water dispersible variant
• Fully biodegradable
• Does not block sweat glands
• Suitable for natural formulations
• Does not disrupt the microflora
• Natural deodorant
• Effective odour absorber
• Not sensitizing or irritating
• No bioaccumulation
• High stability
• Absorbs odours May affect part of the fragrance
• Compatible with anionic, nonionic and amphoteric raw materials
• CIR reviewed and regarded as safe for use in Cosmetics.
• This material is quite dense – it is sold by weight and not volume; Except the material to settle during transportation.

APPLICATIONS: Used in deodorants, shampoos, hand sanitizers, hand wash, lotions, creams, roll-on deodorants, deodorant spray, washing powder detergents, hair dilapilatories, textiles products, pet care, etc.

INCI: Zinc Ricinoleate

Use Rate: 2.0 – 6.0% in deodorants.

pH Stability: 4.0 – 12.0

Solubility: Water (Can be added into finished products as is).

Temperature Tolerance: Avoid temperatures above 80°C

Zinc Salt Active: 10%

Charge: Anionic

Assay: 99.0%

Storage: Store in a cool, dark, and dry place

TECHNICAL ADVICE

Add Disodium EDTA (at about 0.1) in formulations with a pH below 8, and Tetrasodium EDTA in formulations with a pH above 8.

Mixing tip: mix with water along with the active whose odour you want to reduce.

This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations.  As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally. Treasure Actives is not responsible for product compatibility. We advise everyone to test ingredients for performance, compatibility, and safety prior to committing to larger quantities. Keep all products out of reach of children. For more information, please see our terms and conditions page.