Triethanolamine (TEA), 50 g

Triethanolamine (TEA): The Versatile pH Adjuster and Emulsifier for Cosmetic Formulations

Elevate your cosmetic creations with our high-quality Triethanolamine (TEA), a crucial ingredient known for its exceptional pH-adjusting and emulsifying properties. This versatile compound is widely used in the cosmetic industry to create stable and effective formulations, ensuring optimal performance and consumer satisfaction. Our TEA is carefully processed to meet the highest purity standards, making it a reliable choice for your cosmetic manufacturing needs.

Application Options and Areas of Use in Cosmetics:

Triethanolamine plays a vital role in various cosmetic applications, contributing to the stability and functionality of numerous products.

• pH Adjustment: TEA is primarily used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations, ensuring they fall within the optimal range for skin compatibility. This is crucial for products like cleansers, lotions, and creams.
• Emulsification: TEA acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients into stable emulsions. This is essential for creating smooth and creamy products like lotions, creams, and foundations.
• Surfactant: TEA can function as a surfactant, reducing the surface tension of liquids and improving their cleansing and foaming properties. This makes it a valuable ingredient in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers.
• Neutralization: TEA is used to neutralize fatty acids, creating soaps and other cleansing agents.
• Creams and Lotions: Provides stability and proper PH balance.
• Cleansers: Helps to create effective cleansing products with optimal foaming.
• Shaving Products: Works as a neutralizer in the making of shaving creams.

Key Benefits for Cosmetic Formulations:

• Precise pH Control: Allows for accurate adjustment of pH levels, ensuring product stability and skin compatibility.
• Enhanced Emulsification: Creates stable and smooth emulsions, improving product texture and consistency.
• Improved Cleansing Properties: Acts as a surfactant, enhancing the cleansing and foaming abilities of products.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of cosmetic formulations.
• Global Delivery: We ship our Triethanolamine (TEA) worldwide, ensuring accessibility for cosmetic manufacturers globally.

Cosmetic Recipe: Simple pH-Balanced Cleansing Lotion

Instructions:

1. Heat distilled water and glycerin in a heat-resistant container to 70°C (158°F).
2. In a separate container, melt cetearyl alcohol and stearic acid to 70°C (158°F).
3. Slowly pour the melted wax mixture into the water phase, stirring continuously.
4. Use a stick blender to emulsify the mixture until smooth.
5. Allow the mixture to cool to 40°C (104°F).
6. Add TEA dropwise, checking the pH with pH strips or a meter until it reaches 5.5-6.5.
7. Add the preservative and stir thoroughly.
8. Transfer the lotion to a clean container.

Recommendations for Use:

• Always measure the pH of your formulation after adding TEA to ensure it is within the desired range.
• Use TEA in small increments to avoid over-adjusting the pH.
• Store TEA in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Always follow proper safety precautions when handling TEA.
• When creating any cosmetic product, maintain a sanitary work enviroment.