Balance® 47
- Chemical Family
- Acrylics & Acrylates
Balance® 47, a unique, hydrophobically modified acrylic resin, has been specially designed to produce superior performance in low volatile organic compound (VOC) aerosol and pump hair sprays that contain water. In such systems, the negative effects of water are well known. Water contributes to both increased viscosity and increased surface tension resulting in wetter sprays with a larger particle size. These sprays are inefficient in coating the hair. Water also affects initial curl droop, drying time, polymer holding properties, and stiffness of the hair. Furthermore, the increased viscosity due to the water can limit the polymer solids of the spray and can result in actuator blockage. Due to its unique composition and molecular weight distribution, Balance® 47 polymer hair fixative overcomes the effects of water over abroad range of hair spray VOC content.
Identification
Product families
Applications
- Hair Care
Product Families
- Film Formers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Balance
- Functions
- Film Former, Hair Fixative
- Benefit Claims
Compatibility, Curl Retention, Easy Rinsability, Fast Drying, Hydrolytic Stability, Improves Hydrophobic Properties, Low Viscosity, Natural Look, Non-Tacky, Strong Hold, Superior Performance, Uniform Texture; Compatibility; Curl Retention; Easy Rinsability; Fast Drying; Hydrolytic Stability; Improves Hydrophobic Properties; Low Viscosity; Natural Look; Non-Tacky; Strong Hold; Superior Performance; Uniform Texture
- Labeling Claims
- Low VOC, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Low VOC
- Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Certifications & Compliance
- EU Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC
- Markets
- Personal Care
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Key Attributes
Low solution viscosity; Excellent film former; High Tg acrylic polymer; Hydrophobically modified; Hydrolytically stable; Fine atomization in low VOC hair sprays with water; Rapid drying; Use in high solids formulas; Propellant compatible; Non-tacky; Good holding – even in soft, natural hair sprays; Excellent aerosol stability; Easy shampoo removability; Innovative product capabilities; Useful in a wide range of styling aids such as mousses, styling creams, and setting lotions
- Application Format
- Creams
- Leave On
- Lotions
- Spray
- Storage Condition
Balance® 47 polymer is supplied as a white powder. Some settling will occur in the drums duringshipping. Balance® 47 polymer can be stored under normal conditions without undergoing decomposition. When not in use, the drums should be kept covered to prevent dust accumulation and moisture pick-up.
