BP– FBA naturally-derived surfactant

INCI Name: Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth The current popularity of amaranth as a food Protein source is likely due to its high protein content, a well-balanced amino acid profile, and 8 essential Key Benefits: amino acids. Because it’s not really a grain, it is • Soft, gentle surfactant with no irritation also gluten-free. • Excellent co-solubilizing agent for cationic

polymers What it Does • Good compatibility with a broad range of BP–Amaranth FBA is non-ionic in nature, stable cationic, non-ionic and anionic surfactants • Non-GMO based over a wide pH range and highly compatible with other ingredients. It provides excellent foam, foam density, and stability even in the presence of salt. It Background is extremely mild and biodegradable. The presence Cultivated by the Aztecs 8,000 years ago and still of the protein base enhances substantivity to skin a native crop in Peru, the history of amaranth can and hair, leaving behind an elegant, conditioned be traced to Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula. feel after rinsing. In hair care, it increases the volume Today, it’s grown in Africa, India, China, Russia, of individual fibers for fuller hair, reduces friction throughout South America, and emerging in North to increase bounce and movement of hair, adds America.1 gloss and shine for healthier looking hair, improves manageability, and prevents damage. Amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) is a beautiful, highly nutritious plant with a rich history in various Typical Properties cultures across the globe. The name amaranth Clear to Slightly Hazy, stems from the Greek word for “never-fading Appearance @ 25°C Pale to Amber flower” and, while the plant is often referred to Liquid as a grain, it’s actually an herb.2 Some common Odor Characteristic names for it include “love-lies-bleeding” and Solubility in Water Complete “foxtail amaranth”. pH (as is @ 25°C) 6.5 - 8.0 (Gardner) 5.0 Max. There are 60 species of amaranth plants. Typically, Solids, % 20.0 - 30.0 the Amaranth caudatus plant is bushy, growing Recommended Use Level 5.0 - 20.0% 3 to 8 feet tall, with broad leaves and displays a bright, showy flower head of small, or , clover-like blooms. The seed heads are quite striking as well, resembling corn tassels, References but are somewhat fuller. Amaranth is very easy 1 Amaranth: a Healthy Grain for Vegetarians, Karen Railey http:// to grow and is extremely adaptable to adverse chetday.com/amaranth.html 2 Nimbalkar MS, Pai SR, Pawar NV, Oulkar D, Dixit GB. Free amino growing conditions, resisting heat, humidity, and acid profiling in grain amaranth using LC-MS/MS. Food Chem. drought and extremely easy to grow. 012;134:2565-9

www.BotanicalsPlus.com Due to consumers’ growing environmental Why BP–Amaranth FBA? awareness, they are interested in naturally- Consumers demand foam as well as natural derived ingredients in finished personal care and ingredients in their finished cleansing products cosmetic products. They are also seeking out which creates various challenges for cosmetic ‘’ alternatives to standard, synthetic-based formulators. Formulators are consistently looking formulations. BP–Amaranth FBA fits the bill, as it for more efficient foam boosters which produce is a naturally-derived surfactant which functions a rich lather, even in the presence of salt and as a secondary surfactant, ideally suited to sebum. BP–Amaranth FBA is a naturally-derived meet consumer’s expectations and needs. BP– and organically-based surfactant combining high Amaranth FBA is based on an organic source of performance and functionality. It produces stable amaranth, which is high in colloidal peptides and foam with good aesthetics and can be used in carbohydrates.3 Organic sources of materials are cleansing applications containing unavoidably an important healthy choice as they are produced high levels of salt. Many surfactants which can without the use of antibiotics, added growth generate foam, such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, are hormones, or pesticides. According to research too harsh for skin and hair causing irritation and published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food dryness. However, BP–Amaranth FBA is a mild foam Chemistry, organic foods have 50% to 60% higher booster and is compatible with sebum without levels of antioxidants compared to non-organic losing its foaming properties, making it ideal for mild foods.4 Amaranth is free of allergenic gluten and gentle cleansing applications. BP–Amaranth and is a good source of vitamins and minerals, FBA is a versatile ingredient allowing it to be used offering nine essential amino acids that cannot be in conjunction with cationic ingredients which synthesized by skin or hair.5 These essential amino makes BP–Amaranth FBA particularly suitable for acids are required for promoting wound healing, conditioning cleansing gels. antioxidant properties, lipolysis, water balance, immune stimulation, and skin revitalization.6 They collectively act to prevent hair from becoming dry and dull as one ages.

Nine Essential Amino Acid Profiles of Amaranth % w/w per 100g Product Applications: Essential Amino Acids product based • Shampoos • Shower gels Threonline 0.56 • Bath preparations Valine 0.69 • Cleansing products Methionine 0.23 Isoleucine 0.59 Leucine 0.89 Phenylalanine 0.55 Lysine 0.75 Histidine 0.39 Tryptophan 0.18

References 3 Tang Y, Tsao R. Phytochemicals in quinoa and amaranth grains and their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential health beneficial effects: a review. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2017 Jul;61(7) 4 http://www.horizonorganic.com/health/healthben.html 5 http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts-B00001-01c21TY.html 6 http://www.silverdiscount.com/customDocs/aminoAcids.asp

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