MONTANOV 202 15 g

MONTANOV™ 202: The Emulsifier for Luxurious, Stable Formulations

Elevate your cosmetic creations with MONTANOV™ 202, a high-performance, white, oil-soluble emulsifier proudly manufactured in France. This unique, wax-like granular ingredient, with its characteristic scent, is designed to produce exceptionally smooth, glossy, and stable emulsions in a wide range of cosmetic products. Its innovative composition, a blend of Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, and Arachidyl Glucoside (INCI), offers excellent sensory properties and allows you to craft premium lotions, creams, and more.

Description and Key Features

MONTANOV™ 202 is a non-ionic emulsifier derived from natural sources, making it an excellent choice for natural and organic cosmetic formulations. It functions by creating stable oil-in-water emulsions, allowing immiscible oil and water phases to blend seamlessly into a beautiful, uniform product.

Key features:

• Exceptional Emulsifying Power: Forms highly stable and aesthetically pleasing oil-in-water emulsions, preventing separation of phases over time.
• Luxurious Texture: Creates smooth, non-greasy, and elegant textures that feel soft and velvety on the skin. Your formulations will have a desirable slip and finish.
• Versatile Compatibility: Works effectively with a broad range of oils, active ingredients, and pH levels, offering great flexibility in formulation.
• Natural Origin: Derived from natural sources, aligning with the demand for greener, more natural cosmetic ingredients.
• Easy to Use: Melts easily into the oil phase and integrates smoothly, transforming into a homogeneous emulsion within minutes.
• Manufactured in France: Guarantees adherence to stringent European quality and safety standards.

Detailed Applications and Usage Areas in Cosmetics

MONTANOV™ 202 is a highly versatile emulsifier suitable for various cosmetic applications, providing stability and an exquisite sensory experience. It is not used in candle making.

• Lotions and Makeup Removers (2-3%):
  • Creates light, non-greasy lotions for daily facial and body hydration.
  • Forms gentle yet effective makeup removers that cleanse without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier. Its smooth texture makes application a pleasure.
• Gel-Milk (0.5-1.5%):
  • Perfect for crafting innovative gel-milk textures, which are lightweight, refreshing, and quickly absorbed, leaving a soft feel. Ideal for summer products or for those who prefer lighter formulations.
• Beach Cosmetics (3.5-4%):
  • Essential for formulating water-resistant sunscreens and after-sun lotions. Its stability ensures that protective ingredients remain evenly dispersed even during prolonged sun exposure and sweating. The higher usage percentage helps maintain stability in challenging environments.
• Decorative Cosmetics (4-5%):
  • Crucial for cream foundations, concealers, liquid blushes, and eye creams. It ensures stable, smooth textures that blend seamlessly into the skin, providing excellent payoff and wear. The higher percentage ensures product integrity for color cosmetics that need to remain stable on the skin.
• Hair Conditioners and Creams (2%):
  • Formulates nourishing hair conditioners and leave-in creams that soften, detangle, and add shine without weighing hair down. It helps to evenly distribute conditioning agents, resulting in smoother, more manageable hair.
• Facial Creams and Serums:
  • Develop rich, hydrating anti-aging creams, night creams, and intensive serums. MONTANOV™ 202 helps create a luxurious skin feel and ensures that active ingredients are effectively delivered.
• Body Butters and Balms:
  • Achieve thick, creamy body butters that provide deep moisturization. Its emulsifying properties allow for the incorporation of a higher oil content, delivering intense nourishment without a greasy residue.

How to Use MONTANOV™ 202: Important Processing Notes

To achieve the best results with MONTANOV™ 202, follow these processing guidelines:

• Melting: Emulsifier should be melted into your oil phase at a temperature of 85°C. Ensure complete melting and homogeneous distribution within the oil phase.
• Mixing Phases: Once both your heated oil phase (containing MONTANOV™ 202) and your heated water phase reach approximately 85°C, combine them.
• Emulsification: Begin mixing at a slow speed immediately after combining the phases, then gradually increase the speed. You will observe the coarse dispersion homogenizing right before your eyes, transforming into a smooth, glossy emulsion within three to four minutes. Continue stirring/mixing until the emulsion has cooled sufficiently (below 40°C) before adding heat-sensitive ingredients.

Cosmetic Recipe: "Silky Comfort" Hydrating Body Lotion

Create a luxurious, deeply hydrating body lotion with a silky-smooth texture, using MONTANOV™ 202 for superior stability and feel.

Instructions for Preparation:

1. Sanitize: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment (beakers, stirring rods, scales, lotion bottles) with isopropyl alcohol and allow them to air dry completely.
2. Prepare Phase A (Aqueous Phase): In a heat-resistant beaker, combine distilled water and glycerin. Heat this phase to 85°C in a double boiler or microwave.
3. Prepare Phase B (Oil Phase): In a separate heat-resistant beaker, combine sweet almond oil, shea butter, cetyl alcohol, and MONTANOV™ 202. Heat this phase to 85°C, ensuring all solids are fully melted and MONTANOV™ 202 is completely dissolved.
4. Emulsification: Once both phases reach 85°C, slowly pour the hot water phase (Phase A) into the hot oil phase (Phase B) while continuously stirring with a stick blender or high-shear mixer. Start on a slow speed, then gradually increase the speed. Blend for 3-4 minutes until a smooth, uniform, and glossy emulsion forms.
5. Cool Down: Continue stirring/mixing intermittently as the emulsion cools. This helps maintain stability and prevents separation.
6. Add Phase C (Cool Down Phase): Once the lotion has cooled to below 40°C (104°F), add the fragrance oil, preservative, and vitamin E. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
7. Check pH (Recommended): Test the pH of your finished lotion. For body lotions, an ideal pH range is typically 5.0-6.0. Adjust if necessary by adding a tiny drop of diluted lactic acid to lower pH or diluted baking soda solution to raise pH.
8. Bottle: Transfer the cooled lotion into a clean, sterile pump bottle or jar.

Recommendations for Use:

• Temperature Control is Key: Adhering strictly to the 85°C melting and combining temperature for MONTANOV™ 202 is crucial for achieving a stable and well-emulsified product.
• Gradual Blending Speed: Remember to start mixing slowly when combining phases and then gradually increase the speed to ensure proper emulsification.
• Sensory Experience: This lotion will feel incredibly smooth and luxurious on the skin, thanks to MONTANOV™ 202's unique properties.
• Storage: Store your finished lotion in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to maintain its stability and prolong its shelf life.
• Versatility: This base formula can be customized with additional active ingredients like botanical extracts, more humectants, or specialized oils to target specific skin concerns.
• Not for Candles: As an emulsifier, MONTANOV™ 202 is specifically designed for oil-in-water cosmetic emulsions and is not suitable for use in candles.