Flocare ET 76™ is an advanced liquid dispersion polymer blend formulated to significantly improve the rheology, texture, and sensory qualities of cosmetic emulsions and gel systems. Its primary components — Hydrogenated Polydecene, Sodium Polyacrylate, and Trideceth‑6, — work synergistically to deliver silicone‑like gliding, enhanced spreadability, and a fast‑absorbing, non‑tacky skin feel in finished products. The trio provides thickening, stabilization, and texturizing functionality, enabling formulators to create creams, lotions, and serums with consistency, softness, and a velvety after‑feel without the heaviness associated with higher oil phases. Its formulation performance is effective across a broad pH range and does not require added surfactants to stabilize emulsions with up to 30 % oil, which simplifies cold‑process manufacturing and enhances formulation flexibility.
While Flocare ET 76 is predominantly used in skincare systems, its film‑forming and rheology‑modifying properties can also be advantageous in hair care formulations where texture and application comfort are important. When incorporated into leave‑on conditioners, styling creams, or smoothing serums, the raw material contributes to improved consistency and sensory appeal without imparting a greasy residue. Its semi‑occlusive polymer network helps enhance moisture retention on hair fibers and scalp while enriching spreadability and ease of use, all of which benefit end users seeking premium sensory experiences.

Quick Insights
Ingredient Rating:
GOOD
Type of Ingredient:
Moisturizer, Emollient, Texture Enhancer, Volume Control Agent, Cleansing Agent, Barrier Support, Emulsifier and Solvent
Intended Function:
To improve formulation viscosity, stability, spreadability, and sensory profile with silicone‑like gliding and enhanced texture.
Common Applications:
Commonly integrated into face creams, body lotions, serums, emulsions, gel‑creams, sunscreen lotions, and hair conditioning products to elevate product consistency and after‑feel.
Target Audience:
Brand owners and formulators creating premium skincare and sensorially sophisticated hair care products that require refined texture, stable emulsification, and high consumer appeal.
Also Known As:
“Hydrogenated Polydecene, Sodium Polyacrylate, Trideceth‑6”
Safety Analysis
Flocare ET 76 is generally regarded as safe and compatible with standard cosmetic formulations when used within typical usage levels (generally 1–4 % depending on formulation type and desired sensory attributes). Its components are widely used in personal care products and are non‑irritating when properly formulated into emulsions and gels; hydrogenated polydecene is a stable silicone‑like emollient, and sodium polyacrylate is a common rheology modifier. Because Flocare ET 76 functions primarily at the structural and textural level, it does not interact directly with physiological pathways like active botanicals or peptides might.
Standard safety evaluations for dispersion polymers and polymers with surfactants show low potential for skin irritation or sensitization when adequately dispersed in an emulsion base and not used as an isolated concentrate on skin. Nonetheless, formulators should conduct routine compatibility and patch testing in finished products, particularly for sensitive skin applications, to ensure that overall product systems maintain skin tolerance across usage scenarios.

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