Cutissential 18-MEA 100 g

Cutissential 18-MEA as a lipid functional ingredient for cuticle reconstruction and stabilization of professional hair care formulations

Cutissential 18-MEA is a specialized raw material based on 18-Methyl Eicosanoic Acid designed to replicate the natural lipid layer of the hair cuticle. In global B2B manufacturing this functional ingredient is widely used in professional hair care formulations aimed at restoring hair surface improving sensory performance and enhancing formulation stability. It is highly востребован in global markets within repair systems conditioning technologies and advanced formulation development.

From a technological standpoint Cutissential 18-MEA demonstrates strong affinity to hair surface forming a hydrophobic layer that reduces friction and improves distribution. It is highly compatible with cationic emulsions silicone systems and lipid components ensuring uniform integration and stable performance. In industrial manufacturing it provides reproducibility scalability and consistent batch quality making it suitable for contract manufacturing and large scale production.

Properties and functional role

Cutissential 18-MEA functions as a lipid conditioning ingredient restoring hair surface and enhancing slip and manageability. It improves formulation structure and compatibility.

Properties and result

Incorporation improves smoothness reduces static effect and enhances manageability. It forms a durable protective layer on the hair surface.

The ingredient remains stable during storage and under temperature variations. The result is a formulation with predictable performance and consistent results.

Purpose

Used in conditioners masks serums leave in treatments and professional hair systems.

Application

Applied in shampoos conditioners masks and heat protection products.

Recipe

Professional hair reconstruction conditioner

Ingredients:
Water — 68 g
BTMS — 6 g
Cetearyl alcohol — 3 g
Cutissential 18-MEA — 2 g
Aminosilicone — 2 g
Glycerin — 4 g
Panthenol — 2 g
Hydrolyzed silk protein — 2 g
Preservative — 0.9 g
Lactic acid — 0.3 g

Technology: Heat phases to 70–75°C combine homogenize cool to 45°C add active components mix to 30–35°C adjust pH.

Instruction: Control temperature ensure uniform mixing and avoid overheating.

Manufacturing stability

Provides high stability scalability and consistent performance in industrial production and contract manufacturing.