Lipidure® PMB

CAS Number: 125275-25-4
INCI Name: Polyquaternium-51

Lipidure® PMB is an unpreserved, 5% active biocompatible polymer solution that mimics skin cell membrane structure. It has applications in skin and oral care. When applied to the skin, it demonstrates water resistance, improves moisturization, and reduces skin roughness. It may protect from commonly used irritants.

Properties

Physical Form: Liquid
pH Range: 4 - 9

Product families

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Skin Care
Sun Care

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients
Film Formers

Other characteristics

Brand: Lipidure
Functions: Film Former, Moisturizing Agent
Benefit Claims: Film Forming, Improved Water Holding Capacity, Irritation Reduction, Moisture Retention; Film Forming; Improved Water Holding Capacity; Irritation Reduction; Moisture Retention
Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Clean at Sephora
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Odor: Characteristic
Carrier: Aqua
Markets: Personal Care
Benefits: Film formation
Moisturization – improved water holding capacity
Irritation reduction
Use Levels: 1 - 5%
Appearance: Clear liquid
Technology: Cosmetic Ingredients
Compatibility: Lipidure® PMB is cationic at low pH and anionic at high pH – compatibility with other ingredients in formulation should be evaluated.
Application Format: Leave On
Handling: Store in cool dry conditions in well-sealed containers.
Formulation Guideline: Typical use level: 1 - 5%
pH range for finished formulation: 4 - 9
Avoid using strong acids or strong alkalis
Do not heat over 80°C
Skin Care Applications: Moisturizers
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Film Former
Moisturizing Agent

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

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Characteristic	Value	Unit
Heavy Metals Content	max. 20	ppm
pH (1%)	4 - 6	—
Polymer Active Content	5	%

Table 2 of 2

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Characteristic	Value	Unit
Polyquaternium-51	5	%
Water	95	%