X-Tend™ 226 is a proprietary polar ester and sunscreen solvent. It has high solubilizing capacity for organic sunscreen materials, including Oxybenzone and Avobenzone.
INCI Phenethyl Benzoate
X-Tend™ 226 can boost the critical wavelength and UVA/UVB ratio of Avobenzone. It's a highly efficient solvent for Bemotrizinol (Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine), Ethylhexyl Triazone, Oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3), and Avobenzone (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane).
Form: Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Solubility: Oil
Odor: Faint rose-like
Refractive index: 1.55
Preservative system: Preservative free
Use level: 2.0 - 6.0%, sun & skin care; 0.3 - 5.0% hair care
Primary Chemistry: Phenethyl Benzoate
Globally approved
Medium body ester
Excellent skin feel
Can counteract the oily feel of some UV filters to improve the overall aesthetics
Enhances shine in hair care
Boosts polymeric shine in hairsprays
Highly efficient solvent for organic UV filters
Improves photostability and increases the critical wavelength of Avobenzone
Increases the UVA/UVB ratio of some formulations especially after extended storage conditions
Cold processable
Incorporates easily into formulas
More effective UVA protection by better dissolution of UV filters
Improves UVA stability
Enhances shine in hair care formulations
Halal certified
Nature identical (found in Tilia trees)
Vegan suitable
Ideal for daily wear products, sunscreens, self-tanners, after sun care, hairpsrays, pomades, waxes, pastes, shower gels, conditioners, and shine enhancers in creams, lotions, sprays, mousses, and solid forms
This versatile W/Si emulsion foundation formulation can be either applied as a silky concentrate or aerosolized into a fluffy mousse. The addition of Antaron™ WP-660/Ganex™ WP-660 polymer contributes to the even, smooth coverage of this foundation. Non-carbonated version of our mousse foundation in a dropper bottle for buildable coverage. Formulation #: 300-10016
This versatile W/Si emulsion foundation formulation can be either applied as a silky concentrate or aerosolized into a fluffy mousse. The addition of Antaron™ WP-660/Ganex™ WP-660 polymer contributes to the even, smooth coverage of this foundation. Llightweight carbonated foundation with medium, matte coverage Formulation #: 300-10016
This formulation utilizes Germall™ Plus, X-Tend™ 226, and Natrosol™ 250 HHR HEC. Formulation #: C-H-17007-AN
This formulation utilizes Ceraphyl™ 31 ester, Aqualon™ EC N-200 PC ethylcellulose, and Ceraphyl™ SLK ester. Formulation #: 12594-7.7F
This formulation utilizes X-Tend™ 226, Optiphen™ BSB–W, and N-DurHance™ A-1000 Conditioning Polymer. Fomrulation #: Z327-3
This formulation utilizes Ceraphyl™ 41 ester, Liquid Germall™ Plus, and Lubrajel™ CG. Formulation #: C-H-17006-AN
This formulation utilizes Germall™ Plus, Natrosol™ Plus 330 CS Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, and X-Tend™ 226. Formulation #: C-H-17008-AN
This daily face care applies softly and absorbs nicely, leaving the skin feeling moisturized and comfortable. This can be used as a morning multitasker across genders for lightweight feel and heavyweight environmental defense. Formulation #: 200-10071
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