Valens AG-65
Overview
• 55% active alkyl polyglucoside/glycerol ester surfactant in water
• Mild, naturally derived from coconut and sunflower oils
• Provides skin lipid layer enhancement properties contributing softening, moisturizing and conditioning performance in skin and hair care formulations
• Enhances viscosity in sulfate-free formulations for use in face and body wash, liquid hand soaps, shampoos, conditioners and facial wipes
• Use in water-based surfactant cleansing formulations as a 1,4-dioxane free, readily biodegradable and naturally derived ingredient to counteract the drying effects of cleansing surfactants
Regulatory
The substances in Valens AG-65 are listed on and in compliance with the following Inventories: US (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS NLP), Australia (AICS), China (IECSC), Korea (ECL), New Zealand (NZIoC), Philippines (PICCS) INCI name: Coco-Glucoside (and) Glyceryl Oleate
Technical Information
Valens AG-65 is a 55% active cocoglucoside, glyceryl oleate in water. Naturally plant derived, with high biodegradability and low aquatic toxicity, Valens AG-65 has been shown to reduce surfactant irritation, promote refatting of the skin, and function as a lipid layer strengthener. Derived from renewable raw materials, through a combination of plant based fatty alcohols (coconut), glucose (corn starch) and mono and diglycerides (sunflower oil), Valens AG-65 exhibits a demonstrable refatting effect after one application. Incorporating Valens AG-65 into Personal Care cleansers contributes a skin-smoothing effect without resulting in overfatting, leaving a pleasant after feel. In hair care products, use of Valens AG-65 can help retain moisture, condition and assist with detangling.