ALZO International Inc.Dermol™ GRC
Dermol GRC is a naturally derived ester that imparts a velvety texture and adds body, opacity and sheen to hair and skin.
Brand:
- Dermol
Synonyms:
- 1-Glyceryl ricinoleate, Glyceryl 1-monoricinolate
Functions:
- Conditioner, Dispersant, Emollient, Opacifier
INCI Name:
- Glyceryl Ricinoleate
Labeling Claims:
- Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Credo Clean Standard
- Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
EC Number:
- 205-455-0
CAS Number:
- 141-08-2
Markets:
- Personal Care
Appearance:
- Clear Slightly Viscous Liquid
Technology:
- Cosmetic Ingredients
Chemical Name:
- 23-dihydroxypropyl 12-hydroxy-9-octadecenoate
Benefit Claims:
- Aesthethic Enhancement
- Conditioning
- Dispersing
- Emolliency
- Good Consistency
- Opacifying
- Shine & Radiance
- Smooth Feel
Chemical Family:
- Esters
Application Format:
- Creams
- Lotions
- Powder
- Rinse Off
- Stick
Hair Care:
- Hair Conditioner
Skin Care Applications:
- Body Cream
- Body Lotion
Cosmetics:
- Face Powder
- Lipstick
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions:
- Conditioner
- Dispersant
- Emollient
- Opacifier
Known For:
- Dermol GRC is a unique natural emollient ester made from the reaction of glycerol and ricinoleic acid which is derived from castor oil. The ricinoleic acid (C-18 acid) which features a double bond and hydroxyl group both aid in imparting moisturizing properties to the skin.
- Dermol GRC is an ideal additive for use in a wide range of formulations such as lipsticks, pressed powder, make-up and other anhydrous products where it aids in the dispersing and suspending of pigments and other actives. It provides a smooth and velvety texture and consistency. In creams and lotions, it imparts outstanding emolliency and skin softness as well as adding to the body of stability of emulsions. Dermol GRC is compatible with a broad range of natural and synthetic derivatives. It is also used as a conditioner opacifier and sheen additive for hair preparations.
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
- Color Cosmetics
- Hair Care
- Skin Care
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
- Conditioners & Emollients
- Emulsifiers Solubilizers & Dispersants
- Visual Modifiers
| Characteristic name | Value | Unit of measurement | Test method |
| Acid Value | 1.0 | mg KOH/g | - |
| Flash Point (COC) | 175.0 | °C | - |
| Free Fatty Acid as Ricinoleic | 0.53 (Mol. Wt. 298) | % | - |
| Freeze Point | max. -10.0 | °C | - |
| Iodine Value | 70.0 | - | - |
| Molecular Weight | 372.0 | - | - |
| Pounds per Gallon (at 25°C) | 8.16 | - | - |
| Refractive Index (at 25°C) | 1.477 | - | - |
| Saponification Value | 160.0 | mg KOH/g | - |
| Specific Gravity (at 25°C) | 0.98 | - | - |
