rheology modifiers

A broad range of
ARISTOfLEX® POLyMERS
makes its presence felt:
Performance, that truly
This information corresponds to the present state of our knowledge and is intended as * for sales to customers located within the United States and CLARIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD
a general description of our products and their possible applications. Clariant makes no Canada the following applies in addition: BU Industrial & Consumer Specialties
warranties, express or implied, as to the information’s accuracy, adequacy, sufficiency NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS MADE OF THE
or freedom from defect and assumes no liability in connection with any use of this MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR COMMERCIAL
information. Any user of this product is responsible for determining the suitability of PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE OF ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. Phone: +41 61 469 5351
Clariant’s products for its particular application. ® Trademark of Clariant registered in many countries
* Nothing included in this information waives any of Clariant’s General Terms and © 2013 Clariant International Ltd APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
Conditions of Sale, which control unless it agrees otherwise in writing. Any existing Phone: +49 69 305 18172
intellectual/industrial property rights must be observed. Due to possible changes in our
products and applicable national and international regulations and laws, the status of Rothausstrasse 61
our products could change. Material Safety Data Sheets providing safety precautions, CH-4132 Muttenz
that should be observed when handling or storing Clariant products, are available upon
request and are provided in compliance with applicable law. You should obtain and
review the applicable Material Safety Data Sheet information before handling any of
these products. For additional information, please contact Clariant. WWW.PERSONALCARE.CLARIANT.COM
04.2013
with organic solvents
particle stabilization high compatibility
soft, velvety
pre-neutralized polymeric stabilizer,
ARISTOfLEX® VELVET
ideal for clear formulations based systems
smooth broad range of applications, suitable for surfactant
ARISTOfLEX® TAC
for particles
suspending agent additional emulsifiers
rich skin feel
can be used without
slightly caring, ARISTOfLEX® HMB
with high oil content
good for formulations
formulations
for low viscosity
slightly caring polymeric emulsifier
suitable for sprayable lotions
ARISTOfLEX® BLV
starts to thicken very quickly
polymeric emulsifier
silky, light liquid, ready-to-use
due to improved color stability ARISTOfLEX® AVL
suitable for self-tanning and whitening
broader pH range
light, fresh formulate AVC variant for a
very easy to ARISTOfLEX® AVS
reference
light, fresh ARISTOfLEX® AVC
excellent emulsification properties easy to use
efficient thickening, texturizing and stabilizing
SEnSORy PRODUCT
ARISTOfLEX® POLyMERS
Your network to a unique sensory feel
Easy to formulate,
HARD TO RESIST

Key Benefits:
• Easy to incorporate
• Multi-functional
Clariant’s Aristoflex® range of rheology modifiers offers you • Pre-neutralized
exceptional thickening properties and unique sensorics. • Stable across a wide pH range

Developed to meet
HIGHLY DIVERSIFIED FORMULATION NEEDS

Polymer Name INCI Appearance Applications pH Sensory Key Benefits

Aristoflex® AVC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 light, –g
 ood stabilization, thickening and
Reference thyltaurate/VP Copolymer – clear aqueous gels fresh emulsification properties
– emulsifier-free cream gels
– ideal for creams, lotions,
milks, gels, etc.
Aristoflex® AVS Sodium Acryloyldimethyl- powder – o/w emulsions up light, – compatible with DHA
Broadest pH range for taurate/VP Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels to 11 fresh – suitable for self-tanning,
greater application – emulsifier-free cream gels anti-aging and whitening products
possibilities due to improved color stability
Aristoflex® AVL Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride liquid – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 silky, – easy to use liquid dispersed
The easiest way to form (and) Ammonium Acryloyl­ light polymer
an emulsion: our liquid dimethyltaurate/VP Co­ – excellent emulsification properties
dispersed polymer polymer (and) Trilaureth-4 – starts to thicken very quickly
Phosphate (and) Polyglyce-
ryl-2-Sesquiisostearate
Aristoflex® BLV Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – low viscosity o/w 2.5 – 8 slightly – low usage concentration
Your first choice for thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 emulsions­ caring – compatible with high amount of oils
lotions and sprays Methacrylate Crosspolymer – especially suitable for
sprayable sunscreens and
lotions
Aristoflex® HMB Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 2.5 – 8 slightly – can be used without additional
Your polymeric thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 – emulsifier-free creams caring, emulsifiers in leave-on and
emulsifier Methacrylate Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels rich skin rinse-off
feel – compatible with high amount of oils
– particle stabilization
– high compatibility with surfactants
Aristoflex® TAC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – s urfactant-based and 3 – 8 smooth –p
 article stabilization for rinse-off
The innovative suspen- thyltaurate/Carboxyethyl aqueous formulations products
ding agent for pearls Acrylate Crosspolymer
and particles
Aristoflex® Velvet Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 powder – o/w emulsions 3 – 8 soft, –e xcellent compatibility with
Enriches products with – clear aqueous gels velvety organic solvents
a unique soft and velvet – emulsifier-free low – particle stabilization
skin feel viscosity formulations – extremely clear gels

Clariant: your expert for

PERSONAL CARE

With more than 30 years of experience in

polymers, we provide innovative solutions
which meet the heart of care.

We supply polymers that improve the touch and feel of your

products. Because in the end, care products are not just about
having a softer skin or looking refreshed. Their very first
objective is to let us feel comfortable in our skin.

And that’s exactly what our Aristoflex® product range stands for.
 rheology modifiers
A broad range of
ARISTOFLEX® POLYMERS
makes its presence felt:
Performance, that truly
This information corresponds to the present state of our knowledge and is intended as * For sales to customers located within the United States and Clariant International Ltd
a general description of our products and their possible applications. Clariant makes no Canada the following applies in addition: BU Industrial & Consumer Specialties
warranties, express or implied, as to the information’s accuracy, adequacy, sufficiency NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS MADE OF THE
or freedom from defect and assumes no liability in connection with any use of this MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR Commercial
information. Any user of this product is responsible for determining the suitability of PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE OF ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. Phone: +41 61 469 5351
Clariant’s products for its particular application. ® Trademark of Clariant registered in many countries
* Nothing included in this information waives any of Clariant’s General Terms and © 2013 Clariant International Ltd Application Development
Conditions of Sale, which control unless it agrees otherwise in writing. Any existing Phone: +49 69 305 18172
intellectual/industrial property rights must be observed. Due to possible changes in our
products and applicable national and international regulations and laws, the status of Rothausstrasse 61
our products could change. Material Safety Data Sheets providing safety precautions, CH-4132 Muttenz
that should be observed when handling or storing Clariant products, are available upon
request and are provided in compliance with applicable law. You should obtain and
review the applicable Material Safety Data Sheet information before handling any of
these products. For additional information, please contact Clariant. www.personalcare.clariant.com
09.2013
with organic solvents
particle stabilization high compatibility
soft, velvety
pre-neutralized polymeric stabilizer,
ARISTOFLEX® VELVET
ideal for clear formulations based systems
smooth broad range of applications, suitable for surfactant
ARISTOFLEX® TAC
for particles
suspending agent additional emulsifiers
rich skin feel
can be used without
slightly caring, ARISTOFLEX® HMB
with high oil content
good for formulations
formulations
for low viscosity
slightly caring polymeric emulsifier
suitable for sprayable lotions
ARISTOFLEX® BLV
starts to thicken very quickly
polymeric emulsifier
silky, light liquid, ready-to-use
due to improved color stability ARISTOFLEX® AVL
suitable for self-tanning and whitening
broader pH range
light, fresh formulate AVC variant for a
very easy t o ARISTOFLEX® AVS
our most versatile
light, fresh ARISTOFLEX® AVC
excellent emulsification properties easy to use
efficient thickening, texturizing and stabilizing
SENSORY PRODUCT
ARISTOFLEX® POLYMERS
Your network to a unique sensory feel
Easy to formulate,
HARD TO RESIST

Key Benefits:
• Easy to incorporate
• Multi-functional
Clariant’s Aristoflex® range of rheology modifiers offers you • Pre-neutralized
exceptional thickening properties and unique sensorics. • Stable across a wide pH range

Developed to meet
HIGHLY DIVERSIFIED FORMULATION NEEDS

Polymer Name INCI Appearance Applications pH Sensory Key Benefits

Aristoflex® AVC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 light, –g
 ood stabilization, thickening and
Our most versatile thyltaurate/VP Copolymer – clear aqueous gels fresh emulsification properties
– emulsifier-free cream gels
– ideal for creams, lotions,
milks, gels, etc.
Aristoflex® AVS Sodium Acryloyldimethyl- powder – o/w emulsions up light, – compatible with DHA
Broadest pH range for taurate/VP Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels to 11 fresh – suitable for self-tanning,
greater application – emulsifier-free cream gels anti-aging and whitening products
possibilities due to improved color stability
Aristoflex® AVL Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride liquid – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 silky, –e asy to use liquid dispersed
The easiest way to form (and) Ammonium Acryloyl­ light polymer
an emulsion: our liquid dimethyltaurate/VP Co­ – excellent emulsification properties
dispersed polymer polymer (and) Trilaureth-4 – starts to thicken very quickly
Phosphate (and) Polyglyce-
ryl-2-Sesquiisostearate
Aristoflex® BLV Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – low viscosity o/w 2.5 – 8 slightly – low usage concentration
Your first choice for thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 emulsions­ caring – compatible with high amount of oils
lotions and sprays Methacrylate Crosspolymer – especially suitable for
sprayable sunscreens and
lotions
Aristoflex® HMB Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 2.5 – 8 slightly – can be used without additional
Your polymeric thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 – emulsifier-free creams caring, emulsifiers in leave-on and
emulsifier Methacrylate Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels rich skin rinse-off
feel – compatible with high amount of oils
– particle stabilization
– high compatibility with surfactants
Aristoflex® TAC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – s urfactant-based and 3 – 8 smooth –p
 article stabilization for rinse-off
The innovative suspen- thyltaurate/Carboxyethyl aqueous formulations products
ding agent for pearls Acrylate Crosspolymer
and particles
Aristoflex® Velvet Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 powder – o/w emulsions 3 – 8 soft, –e xcellent compatibility with
Enriches products with – clear aqueous gels velvety organic solvents
a unique soft and velvet – emulsifier-free low – particle stabilization
skin feel viscosity formulations – extremely clear gels

Clariant: your expert for

PERSONAL CARE

With more than 30 years of experience in

polymers, we provide innovative solutions
which meet the heart of care.

We supply polymers that improve the touch and feel of your

products. Because in the end, care products are not just about
having a softer skin or looking refreshed. Their very first
objective is to let us feel comfortable in our skin.

And that’s exactly what our Aristoflex® product range stands for.
Easy to formulate,
HARD TO RESIST

Key Benefits:
• Easy to incorporate
• Multi-functional
Clariant’s Aristoflex® range of rheology modifiers offers you • Pre-neutralized
exceptional thickening properties and unique sensorics. • Stable across a wide pH range

Developed to meet
HIGHLY DIVERSIFIED FORMULATION NEEDS

Polymer Name INCI Appearance Applications pH Sensory Key Benefits

Aristoflex® AVC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 light, –g
 ood stabilization, thickening and
Reference thyltaurate/VP Copolymer – clear aqueous gels fresh emulsification properties
– emulsifier-free cream gels
– ideal for creams, lotions,
milks, gels, etc.
Aristoflex® AVS Sodium Acryloyldimethyl- powder – o/w emulsions up light, – compatible with DHA
Broadest pH range for taurate/VP Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels to 11 fresh – suitable for self-tanning,
greater application – emulsifier-free cream gels anti-aging and whitening products
possibilities due to improved color stability
Aristoflex® AVL Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride liquid – o/w emulsions 4 – 8 silky, – easy to use liquid dispersed
The easiest way to form (and) Ammonium Acryloyl­ light polymer
an emulsion: our liquid dimethyltaurate/VP Co­ – excellent emulsification properties
dispersed polymer polymer (and) Trilaureth-4 – starts to thicken very quickly
Phosphate (and) Polyglyce-
ryl-2-Sesquiisostearate
Aristoflex® BLV Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – low viscosity o/w 2.5 – 8 slightly – low usage concentration
Your first choice for thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 emulsions­ caring – compatible with high amount of oils
lotions and sprays Methacrylate Crosspolymer – especially suitable for
sprayable sunscreens and
lotions
Aristoflex® HMB Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – o/w emulsions 2.5 – 8 slightly – can be used without additional
Your polymeric thyltaurate/Beheneth-25 – emulsifier-free creams caring, emulsifiers in leave-on and
emulsifier Methacrylate Crosspolymer – clear aqueous gels rich skin rinse-off
feel – compatible with high amount of oils
– particle stabilization
– high compatibility with surfactants
Aristoflex® TAC Ammonium Acryloyldime- powder – s urfactant-based and 3 – 8 smooth –p
 article stabilization for rinse-off
The innovative suspen- thyltaurate/Carboxyethyl aqueous formulations products
ding agent for pearls Acrylate Crosspolymer
and particles
Aristoflex® Velvet Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 powder – o/w emulsions 3 – 8 soft, –e xcellent compatibility with
Enriches products with – clear aqueous gels velvety organic solvents
a unique soft and velvet – emulsifier-free low – particle stabilization
skin feel viscosity formulations – extremely clear gels

Clariant: your expert for

PERSONAL CARE

With more than 30 years of experience in

polymers, we provide innovative solutions
which meet the heart of care.

We supply polymers that improve the touch and feel of your

products. Because in the end, care products are not just about
having a softer skin or looking refreshed. Their very first
objective is to let us feel comfortable in our skin.

And that’s exactly what our Aristoflex® product range stands for.
 rheology modifiers
A broad range of

ARISTOFLEX® POLYMERS
makes its presence felt:
Performance, that truly

This information corresponds to the present state of our knowledge and is intended as * For sales to customers located within the United States and Clariant International Ltd
a general description of our products and their possible applications. Clariant makes no Canada the following applies in addition: BU Industrial & Consumer Specialties
warranties, express or implied, as to the information’s accuracy, adequacy, sufficiency NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS MADE OF THE
or freedom from defect and assumes no liability in connection with any use of this MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR Commercial
information. Any user of this product is responsible for determining the suitability of PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE OF ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. Phone: +41 61 469 5351
Clariant’s products for its particular application. ® Trademark of Clariant registered in many countries
* Nothing included in this information waives any of Clariant’s General Terms and © 2013 Clariant International Ltd Application Development
Conditions of Sale, which control unless it agrees otherwise in writing. Any existing Phone: +49 69 305 18172
intellectual/industrial property rights must be observed. Due to possible changes in our
products and applicable national and international regulations and laws, the status of Rothausstrasse 61
our products could change. Material Safety Data Sheets providing safety precautions, CH-4132 Muttenz
that should be observed when handling or storing Clariant products, are available upon
request and are provided in compliance with applicable law. You should obtain and
review the applicable Material Safety Data Sheet information before handling any of
these products. For additional information, please contact Clariant. www.personalcare.clariant.com

09.2013

with organic solvents

particle stabilization high compatibility
soft, velvety
pre-neutralized polymeric stabilizer,
ARISTOFLEX® VELVET

ideal for clear formulations based systems

smooth broad range of applications, suitable for surfactant
ARISTOFLEX® TAC

for particles
suspending agent additional emulsifiers
rich skin feel
can be used without
slightly caring, ARISTOFLEX® HMB
with high oil content
good for formulations
formulations
for low viscosity
slightly caring polymeric emulsifier
suitable for sprayable lotions
ARISTOFLEX® BLV
starts to thicken very quickly
polymeric emulsifier
silky, light liquid, ready-to-use
due to improved color stability ARISTOFLEX® AVL
suitable for self-tanning and whitening

broader pH range
light, fresh formulate AVC variant for a
very easy t o ARISTOFLEX® AVS

our most versatile

light, fresh ARISTOFLEX® AVC
excellent emulsification properties easy to use

efficient thickening, texturizing and stabilizing

SENSORY PRODUCT

ARISTOFLEX® POLYMERS
Your network to a unique sensory feel