Description
HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE (HEC)
INCI Name: Hydroxyethylcellulose
Common Name: HEC
CAS No.: 9004-62-0
Chemical Type: Nonionic cellulose ether polymer
Appearance: White to off-white or pale cream powder
Solubility: Hydratable/soluble in water, forming viscous aqueous solutions
Ionic Character: Nonionic
Primary Functions: Thickener • Rheology Modifier • Stabilizer • Suspension Aid • Film Former
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a nonionic, water-compatible cellulose-derived polymer widely used as a rheology modifier and thickening agent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
When properly dispersed and hydrated in water, HEC increases viscosity and helps provide smooth, uniform product consistency. Its nonionic character makes it useful across a broad variety of formulation systems.
HEC can be used in skincare, hair-care and cleansing formulations where viscosity control, texture improvement and formulation stability are required.
FUNCTIONS & BENEFITS
• Builds viscosity in aqueous formulations
• Helps improve product consistency and body
• Provides rheology modification
• Helps support suspension of dispersed ingredients
• Can contribute to formulation stability
• Provides smooth texture and flow characteristics
• Nonionic polymer suitable for many formulation systems
• Useful in both skincare and hair-care formulations
• Can contribute film-forming properties
• Suitable for many surfactant-containing systems
APPLICATIONS
• Facial Gel
• Serum Gel
• Face Cream
• Body Cream
• Lotion
• Facial Cleanser
• Body Wash
• Shampoo
• Hair Gel
• Hair-Care Products
• Personal-Care Products
• Other Water-Based Formulations
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