For cosmetic manufacturers and personal care formulators, it’s crucial to select the appropriate emulsifier for a stable, high-performance product. Emulsifiers often come in powder or liquid form, particularly in culinary applications. However, in the world of cosmetic items, wax-based emulsifiers often take the spotlight, much like our latest product additions: BTMS-25 and BTMS-50 Emulsifiers.
These highly advantageous emulsifiers are comprised of behentrimonium methosulfate and fatty alcohols. Behentrimonium methosulfate is a quaternary ammonium salt that acts as an emulsifier and conditioning agent. The numbers 25 and 50 in the product name refer to the percentage of active behentrimonium methosulfate. BTMS-25 and BTMS-50 come in the form of smooth, white wax pastilles, which are easy to measure, melt, and incorporate into a formulation.
Our 25% variety has cetearyl alcohol as its second ingredient, while our 50% contains cetyl alcohol. These fatty alcohols are widely used in the cosmetic and personal-care realm for their effective thickening, moisturizing, and stabilizing properties.
Jedwards’ BTMS-25 and BTMS-50 are RSPO-MB (Mass Balance) certified, one of four certification levels offered by the RSPO which monitors the trade of sustainably certified and non-sustainably certified palm oil. The Mass Balance certification allows the overall production of both RSPO and non-RSPO certified palm oil to maintain an even balance, hence its Mass Balance designation, with administrative traceability of the input and mixing of RSPO and non-RSPO certified palm oil, but at controlled quantities.
With so many diverse emulsifiers on the market, why choose BTMS-25 or BTMS-50?
- Multifunctionality: Outside of its main job as an emulsifier, BTMS also conditions the hair and skin, reduces frizz on hair, and improves texture
- Simplify Ingredient Lists: With this material filling multiple roles, it can be easier to create formulations
- Silky and Luxurious Feel: BTMS emulsifiers impact texture in a positive way, creating a smooth, appealing product
BTMS emulsifiers are highly versatile and used in a wide variety of topical products. Some common applications include:
- Wash-out hair conditioners
- Deep treatment masks
- Leave-in conditioner and detanglers
- Beard balms and softeners
- Lotions, creams, and moisturizers
Whether you’re formulating natural haircare, men’s grooming, or luxury skincare, BTMS-25 and BTMS-50 deliver consistent results.
BTMS emulsifiers are a top choice for cosmetic and personal care applications. Get this ingredient and more at bulk, wholesale pricing on bulknaturaloils.com
