BTMS 25, 100G

Natural Conditioning Emulsifier for Hair and Skin Care

BTMS 25 (Behentrimonium Methosulfate) is a highly effective, natural cationic emulsifier and conditioning agent that enhances hair and skin care formulations. Derived from rapeseed oil, this versatile ingredient excels in shampoos, conditioners, and creams. Due to its mild, yet effective properties, it has become a popular choice for creating premium-quality formulations.

Key Benefits & Uses

• Hair Care – BTMS 25 improves wet combing, adds noticeable body, and provides spring to hair in conditioners and shampoos. Additionally, it works wonders in leave-in conditioners, where it provides superior detangling properties and a silky feel.
• Skin Care – In creams and lotions, BTMS 25 resists wash-off, leaving behind a soft after-feel that offers lasting moisturization and a luxurious skin texture.
• Emulsification – As an emulsifier, BTMS 25 can blend up to 50% silicones in formulations. It also serves as an excellent suspending agent, ensuring that ingredients remain evenly distributed and stable.
• Superior After-Feel – The cationic nature of BTMS 25 binds with the negatively charged surfaces of both hair and skin, leaving a smooth, hydrated, and conditioned after-feel.

How It Works

BTMS 25 combines Behentrimonium Methosulfate (a positively charged quaternary ammonium salt) with Cetearyl Alcohol, a fatty alcohol that helps improve the viscosity, spreadability, and lubricity of the formulation. The cationic Behentrimonium Methosulfate deposits conditioning agents onto hair and skin, which enhances manageability, shine, and overall smoothness. The Cetearyl Alcohol, in turn, supports the emulsification process and helps maintain the stability of the formula.

Formulation Compatibility

BTMS 25 is compatible with both cationic and nonionic surfactants in conditioning systems, making it a great option for fine-tuning conditioning effects and overall performance. Moreover, it works well as a co-emulsifier with Emulsifying Wax NF, thereby enhancing the overall conditioning properties of emulsions.

Usage Recommendations

• Concentration: Use BTMS 25 at a concentration of 1.0% to 5.0%, depending on the hair type and desired effect.
• pH Stability: BTMS 25 performs well within a broad pH range. However, to prevent poor solubility, avoid using an excess of anionic surfactants in your formulations.

With BTMS 25, formulators can create effective, gentle, and eco-friendly hair and skin care products. Its versatility, combined with its superior conditioning abilities, makes it a must-have for anyone crafting high-quality formulations.