Nourishing hair naturally with Croda Beauty's new PE-free biopolymers

Sustainability at the forefront

We are committed to being the most sustainable supplier of innovative ingredients and are continuously modernising our portfolio to reflect this commitment. A key step in this journey for hair care is the removal of phenoxyethanol from our best-selling biopolymer ingredients. Not only is phenoxyethanol petroleum derived but consumers are concerned that it produces toxic pollutants and can cause skin irritation and endocrine disruption.

Instead, by focusing on sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, we're ensuring our ingredients are more sustainably derived and better for those with sensitive skin but still provide the high level of performance demanded by the modern eco-conscious consumer.

Performance driven by nature

Our dedication to sustainability doesn't mean compromising on performance. We're proud to offer a diverse range of naturally derived hair care ingredients that cater to the latest consumer trends and needs:

Crodasone™ P SB: This heat-activated pea protein and silicone copolymer defends against cuticle cracking and shields hair from heat damage, a growing concern as styling tools become increasingly popular. The global thermal hair protection market is projected to reach $3.7 billion by 2028, and Crodasone P is perfectly positioned to meet this demand.

Prolevium SB: Harnessing the natural soothing power of cotton, deeply rooted in its historical association with comfort and healing, Prolevium is a hydrolysed cottonseed protein for lasting hydration, counter irritancy and mildness, and is ideal for sensitive skin and baby care applications.

Hydrosolanum SB: Revitalise damaged hair with this innovative protein derived from upcycled potato. Its moisturising ability and its formulation versatility means it can effortlessly integrate into any hair care product to give a protein boost to damaged hair. Its unique origin and sustainability credentials further appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.

Hydrotriticum 2000 SB: Science-savvy consumers, aware that cysteine is a key building block of hair, are seeking targeted solutions for damaged hair repair. This cysteine containing wheat protein hydrolysate is moisturising, highly substantive and extremely versatile, making it a great allrounder for any hair care application targeting damaged hair.

Regulatory compliance and market readiness

We recognise the importance of regulatory compliance in the ever-changing global landscape. All our replacement products meet the regulatory requirements of the regions where they are sold. We are also in the process of listing these products within the new Cosmetics Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) for sale in China, a market that is projected to see significant growth in the coming years.

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To make it as easy as possible to find the biopolymers in our range that are PE-free, we have added a search function to our Product Finder. Under Composition Information, select the box for PE / Paraben free to narrow down your search.

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We intend to remove PE from all our biopolymer products by the end of 2025. To keep up to date on our ingredient development register for our newsletter.

Let's collaborate to redefine hair care, marrying nature's best with the latest in beauty trends to craft innovative solutions that truly resonate with modern consumers.