O/W alkylpolyglucoside emulsifier of natural origin, for rich, easy-to-spread creams.As a promoter of liquid crystals which biomimic the lipid bilayer of cellular membrane, it helps to stabilize the emulsion, provides the restructuring effect (reduction of TEWL) and the moisturizing effect. In comparison Montanov 202 offers a light skin feel, matte finish, ultra-white & glossy emulsion whereas Monatov 68 offers a rich skin feel, unctuous & soft touch for creams to thick creams AKA Vegetal Properties Emulsifies all types of oils (ester, mineral, vegetable, silicone) Rich feel Cream to butter textures Promotes liquid crystals around oil droplets and in the continuous phase Long-lasting moisturizing effect 5hr after application (in vivo) Restructuring property: reduction of TEWL (in vitro + in vivo) Specificities Approved by ECOCERT, COSMOS and Natrue Preservative-free, synthesis without solvent Authorized in quasi-drug applications (Japan) This product is covered by a Mass Balance certificate Formulating a lotion with Montanov™ 68, heat the emulsifier in a separate container with the oil phase to 75°C (168°F). Pour the heated water phase into the heated oil phase and mix with a stick blender until the emulsion forms. Switch to a low shear mixer like a hand mixer or hand whisk once the emulsion forms.Lotions made with Montanov™ 68 are described as being lighter and more moisturizing than those made with non-liquid crystal emulsifiers, like Polawax™ or Emulsifying Wax NF. INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Cetearyl Glucoside Recommended usage Rate: 1 - 5% Appearance: White PearlsStability: Stable between pH 3 - 12HLB:10Country of Origin: FranceShelf Life: 3 Years Composition Cetearyl Alcohol 75 – 85% Cetearyl Glucoside 15-25% Water 0-1% Glucose 0-1% Safety Data Sheet SPEC SHEET DOWNLOAD COA BY LOT # COA_Montanov68_260205014909 COA_Montanov68_25011401891