HLB Theory Builds a Full Range of Cosmetic Emulsifier Solutions
2026,09,12
Relying on HLB theory, improve the layout of the full spectrum of oil-in-water emulsifiers
HLB hydrophilic and oleophilic equilibrium theory has always been an important reference basis for the selection of nonionic surfactants. This theory was developed by William C. Griffin proposed it in 1949, and then improved the supporting calculation method in 1954.Surfactants in different HLB value intervals correspond to completely different application scenarios. The raw materials in the value range of 1-3 are mostly used for defoaming operations, 3-6 are suitable for oil-in-water emulsification systems, 7-9 can be used for wetting, and the raw materials in the range of 8-18 are suitable for oil-in-water emulsification scenarios. 13-15 is biased towards washing purposes, and 15-18 is more responsible for solubilizing.
According to this theory, Mingya has built a rich product line of Water in oil emulsifier. This segment is subdivided into three branches: general main Emulsifier, thickening system raw material, and liquid crystal building agent, which can be adapted to creams, lotions, hair care, sun protection, base makeup and other formula environments.
(1) General main emulsifier
- OILREE®MY965 series, the core components include peg-100 stearate and glyceryl stearate. This series is subdivided into a variety of specifications. Different models have HLB values ranging from 9.5 to 13.3. This series is suitable for self-emulsifying formula systems with non-polar oils and fats as the main oil phase components, and at the same time has good electrolyte resistance.
- OILREE®MY9200 peg-20 stearate/cetearyl alcohol and OILREE®MY91000 cetearyl-20/cetearyl alcohol, these two raw materials can be used as the main emulsifier of oil-in-water alone, and can also be used as an emulsifier with other raw materials. The resulting paste is clean outside the body and feels smooth and stable.In the face of high-concentration electrolytes in the formula, such as antiperspirant salts, nmf actives, aha, and hyaluronic acid, these two raw materials can still maintain the stability of the system.
- PEOFA™MYPS-6 is also a general main emulsifier, which will play the role of coating highly polar substances in the development of sunscreen formulas.It can emulsify high-content water-soluble ultraviolet filters, can be used in systems with a PH value of 4.5-8, and is suitable for the preparation of low-viscosity emulsions and sprays.
(2) The thickening system and the main emulsifier complement each other
- OILREE®MY6530, OILREE®MY9200, OILREE®MY91000, OILREE®MY967, OILREE®MY968 These raw materials are mainly used in the thickening and fine-tuning of various oil-in-water dosage forms.
(3) Liquid crystal building agent aimed at the high-end skin care market，
- OILREE®MY918 and VEGEFIERS™ MY CSO 99 are good representatives of these two products.A liquid crystal is a state of matter between a solid crystal and an ordinary liquid: it can flow like a liquid, but it has a certain degree of order in the molecular arrangement like a crystal.Liquid crystals are mainly used as bionic layered emulsified structures in cosmetics, which play a role in stabilizing emulsions, slow-release active substances, moisturizing and repairing barriers, and improving skin sensation.Under the observation conditions of a polarized microscope, the iconic Maltese cross texture can also be observed.This type of raw material is very suitable for the development of moisturizing creams, sunscreens, body creams, hand creams, and cream lotions with active substances.
(4) The oil-in-water emulsifier plate also takes into account the functions of care and makeup sunscreen.
- PEOFA™MYPG1210-B, a surfactant with mild properties, is suitable for amino acid complex cleansing, oil-in-water makeup remover and makeup remover cream, baby bath products, low-irritating shampoo and body cleansing formulas can be selected.Compared with soap-based and sles-based traditional surfactants, this raw material is less irritating and more friendly to the skin's sebum membrane. It is very suitable for the development of sensitive skin-related care products.
- PHSPTER ™MY94TS focuses on the needs of powder dispersion to help the base makeup formula system be uniform and stable. At the same time, some raw materials can also optimize the waterproof performance of the finished product, bringing benefits to the actual use experience of makeup sunscreen products.
Multiple makeup remover emulsifiers, crack the pain points of multiple development of makeup remover formulas
- For the development of formulas in the direction of low irritation, OILREE®MY XL277, OILREE®MY945 and a variety of polyglycerol makeup remover emulsified raw materials；
- When the formula needs to strengthen the anti-freezing performance, OILREE®MY94-B and OILREE®MY945 can solve the problem of product freezing and deterioration in low temperature environments.；
- In the face of difficult-to-remove products such as waterproof makeup and long-lasting foundation, adding OILREE®MY943, OILREE®MY949, and OILREE®MY949-B can strengthen the formula's ability to dissolve makeup.
- Targeted optimization for different makeup remover dosage forms, OILREE®MY945-B and OILREE®MY912 can be well adapted to different formulas.
- Among the complete makeup remover emulsion product lines, OILREE®MY94, OILREE®MY943, and OILREE®MY945 are the main celebrity products, covering the development requirements of most makeup remover formulas.
At the same time, Bis diglyceryl polyacyladipate 2 can work with the emulsified components of this series of makeup remover to help balance the ability to dissolve makeup and the freshness of rinsing. Whether it is a strong cleansing makeup remover in ointments or a light and watery makeup remover product, it can find corresponding raw material solutions to help downstream manufacturers balance the power and gentleness of makeup remover, avoid the problem of heavy membrane after rinsing, and adapt to the development needs of makeup remover products available for sensitive muscles.
Multi-dimensional skin sensation regulator to create a differentiated skin care experience
- To improve the spreadability and application feeling, OILREE®MY914 and OILREE®MY916 can create a dry and oily skin feeling. The rod-shaped molecular structure can reduce the hardness of the cream, accelerate the absorption rate when applying, and eliminate the phenomenon of whitening. It is especially suitable for autumn and winter moisturizing creams and body lotion formulas.
- To improve the lubrication of the product, the three raw materials OILREE®MY719, OILREE®MY720, and OILREE®MY722 are C16-22 fatty acid triesters, which have a thickening effect and regulate the viscosity of the cream to improve skin feeling and appearance.
- There are OILREE®MY907 and OILREE®MY AP-18 in the direction of liposuction, which can replenish the skin's sense of oil and improve the dryness and tightness of the skin after washing.
- Moisturizing regulators launched OILREE®MY EG-26, the core ingredients are GLYCERETH 26, and OILREE®MY9176, which strengthen the water-locking and moisturizing effect inside the cream lotion system, which will not cause excessive stickiness, but also maintain the skin's moisturizing feeling.
Expand the matrix of functional raw materials to cover the needs of thickening and solubilizing formulas
- The thickener category THICION®MY905 helps the formula adjust the viscosity, so that the paste emulsion has suitable rheological properties, and improves the state of dumping and application.This raw material can be adapted to a variety of pH environments, and has good compatibility with most emulsified raw materials in the system, which is convenient for formulators to flexibly adjust the product texture.
- Solubilizers include OILREE®MY940 and OILREE®MY928. These raw materials are widely used in the industry and are suitable for solubilizing flavors and essential oils. They are often used in water-based formulas such as essences, toners, and transparent gels.Good solubilizing raw materials can achieve long-term transparency and clarification of the system, without turbidity and precipitation, and ensure the stable appearance of transparent skin care products.
Summary
From the construction of the liquid crystal structure under a polarized microscope, to the debugging of the low-temperature antifreeze properties of makeup remover formulas, to the powder dispersion of makeup sunscreen products and the coating of polar active substances, Mingya's products cover many categories of skin care, care, and makeup.Different raw materials can be combined with each other, and the pH, electrolyte content, and oil phase composition can be fine-tuned.
Hubei Mingya New Material Technology Co., Ltd.
