Hair mousse is an air-water emulsion stabilized by foaming surfactants, whose action relies on the deposition of film-forming polymers on the hair fiber during drying. Its effectiveness in terms of volume, hold and definition depends directly on the polymer type, its concentration and the presence of plasticizers. Hairswiss analyzes the exact chemistry and professional selection criteria.
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate: Chemistry, Role and Use in Hair Care Formulations
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a non-ionic surfactant with dual function: wetting agent and hydrophilic emulsifier (HLB ~10–12) derived from coconut oil by ethoxylation with 7 ethylene oxide chains. Widely used in sulfate-free shampoos as a mild wetting agent, it improves the distribution of anionic surfactants without increasing their cuticular irritation. Hairswiss analyzes its molecular structure and formulatory role.