Hair Care Innovations

Hair Care Innovations
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Introduction..................................................................................3
Technology Driven, Proven Results...............................................4
Products by Category.......................................................................6
Damaged Hair...........................................................................7
Dry Hair.....................................................................................8
Hair Protection.........................................................................9
Moisturizing....................................................................11
Conditioning......................................................................13
Volumizing........................................................................14
Anti-Aging.....................................................................15
Sample Formulations......................................................................16
Cleansing Conditioner.........................................................17
Color Protect Shampoo.........................................................18
Thermal Protectant................................................................19
Anti-Frizz Treatment............................................................20
Anti-Aging Serum..................................................................21
Leave In Multi-Benefit Spray..............................................22
Scalp Treatment......................................................................23
Split End Masque..................................................................24
UV Protection Spray.............................................................25
Dry Shampoo..........................................................................26
Category Front-Runners
Active Concepts has built itself upon three pillars; innovative
technology platforms, market leading customer support, and
products with a purpose. For almost two decades, Active Concepts
has diligently embarked on an endeavor to develop complex, active
ingredients that provide formulators with unmatched function, in
order to meet and exceed the rapidly increasing consumer demand
for more effective cosmetic technologies.
Active Concepts prides themselves on their ability to identify
market niches. In recent years, the hair care sect of the industry has
slowly evolved and is now a focal point for personal care. In an effort
to better serve the evolving Hair Care Industry, Active Concepts
has established the Active Concepts Hair Research Institute in
order to conduct extensive testing to produce multifunctional, next
generation hair care active ingredients.
Each salon-tested active ingredient was assigned to a category for
ease of browsing. Categories were chosen based on market demands
and needs. Remedies for Damaged, Dry, and Conditioning the
hair, improving Moisturization and Volume, plus evaluating
innovative new claims, including hair Protection from multiple
external stressors, and Anti-Aging hair care have become clear
front-runners of interest.
Half Head Treated
with Control
Shampoo and
Conditioner
Half-Head Treated with
2.0% ACB Modified
Pumpkin Enzyme PF
in a Base Shampoo
& Conditioner
Damaged Hair
Volumizing
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Dry Hair
Anti-Aging
Hair Protection
Conditioning
Moisturizing
ABS Apple AHA's AcquaSeal® Coconut AC Royal Jelly Extract AC Hyalurosome
AC Keratin Hydrolysate SILOX ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
Each product was assigned a multifunctional category based on
a variety of criteria. Salon half-head studies were conducted by
trained specialists for participant’s self evaluation as one means
of criteria selection. All products are assessed at Active Concepts
Hair Research Institute. Although semi-quantitative, the purpose
of these assays is to evaluate both a licensed cosmetologist and
consumer’s opinion of how the active performs in hair care. The
attributes ranked in a half-head study are: smoothing, hydrating,
wet combability, dry combability, shine, overall feel, and anti-frizz
capabilities both pre-treatment and post.
In addition to the subjective salon assays conducted on each raw
material, Active Concepts has invested heavily into quantitative,
instrument driven evaluation. Other criteria used in category
selection include, but are not limited to; scanning electron
microscopy imaging, evaluation of tensile properties in conjunction
with the Textile Technology Center at Gaston College, North
Carolina, energy dispersive analysis of X-rays, HIROX imaging,
quantification via histograms, evaluation of hair diameter, and
external effects on color treated hair.
Technology Driven, Proven Results
The cuticle is the outermost layer of the hair which is formed by
tightly packed scales. The ideal position of the cuticle for maximum
defense and moisture retention is laying flat and sealed. When the
cuticle becomes lifted due to thermal, mechanical, chemical, or
environmental stress it becomes prone to additional damage, lacks
moisture, and requires additional protection.
Untreated Hair Fiber
Bleached Hair 40v
Active.Lite® Hair
Scanning Electron Microscopy images at 20.0 kV illustrate 22045
Active.lite®Hair’s ability to protect and defend the hair from harsh
chemical treatments via ionic bonds. Active.lite®Hair penetrates
between uplifted scales on the cuticle to seal and close the cuticle
while still allowing the chemical treatment to penetrate and deliver
anticipated results.
1.9
Thermal Damage
AC Vegan Kerazyme® Protect
Tenacity (g/den)
1.85
1.8
1.75
1.7
1.65
1.6
1.55
1.5
1.45
Dyed Untreated
Dyed Untreated + Ceramic Dyed Treated with 2% AC
Straightener
Vegan Kerazyme® Protect +
Ceramic Straightener
An ex-vivo study was conducted on dyed human hair tresses to
evaluate the ability of AC Vegan Kerazyme® Protect to provide
perceivable benefits to the hair. 2.0% AC Vegan Kerazyme® Protect
was tested in a base shampoo and conditioner against a control
of the base shampoo and conditioner with no added actives. The
dyed hair tresses were washed and air dried 14 times using the test
and control products. The tresses were then
heat styled using a ceramic straightener
before being assessed for tenacity and
modulus of elasticity. Tenacity was then
measured to yield results showing AC
Vegan Kerazyme® Protect has the ability
to improve hair strength, therefore limiting
the damage caused by heat styling.
Recently, Active Concepts implemented
an innovative approach to the newest and
most bio-available vegetable protein on the
market - Pisum Sativum Peptide! Through
microorganism-prompted hydrolysis, lactic
acid is created as a byproduct, and as such
provides measureable volumizing and
anti-aging hair care benefits. Immediate
results showed an average increase in hair
diameter of 14.08% with an average increase
of 13.65% four hours following the initial
application. ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide is able to effectively,
evenly volumize the hair for thicker and younger looking hair, a
revolutionary step for anti-aging hair care products.
Above Photo: Individual strand immediately following treatment with
Wheat Hydrolysate (note beading) Below Photo: Individual strand
immediately following treatment with ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
Technology Driven, Proven Results
Hair efficacy was performed employing ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF,
a mineral glycopeptide complex containing Magnesium, Iron,
Zinc, Copper, and Silicon. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
was utilized to observe the surface architecture of the hair strands.
Energy Dispersive Analysis of X-Rays (EDAX) was used to
determine the elemental composition of the hair below the surface.
EDAX studies confirmed penetration of magnesium and silicon. The
EDAX scan shows the untreated controls in red and the ACB BioChelate 5 treated samples as a black superimposed line. Analysis
of the treated fibers by SEM demonstrated a smoothing of the hair
cuticle, without a surface buildup of the treatment product.
Below: Elemental Composition
by EDAX analysis of mineral
in the hair. Below: Scanning
Electron Microscopy of hair
shaft following application of
ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF.
As depicted above, AC Kerazyme® Protect is capable of decreasing
hair color fade more than the control shampoo and conditioner.
Observing the comparison of hair tresses, it is clear that both washing
and exposure to UV light exacerbate the color fade process. However,
with an application of 2.0% AC Kerazyme® Protect the fading of
hair color is reduced greatly. Hair which has been exposed to 30hrs
AFU and 14 wash cycles with the base shampoo and conditioner has
very low color fastness, the blonde color of the virgin shade is easily
perceived as visible. Conversely, the exposed hair treated with 2.0%
AC Kerazyme® Protect maintained its red tones, and appears to bear
a closer resemblance to that of the original dyed hair color.
It is evident Active Concepts drives innovation, providing efficacous
active ingredients supported through the documentation of
proven results. Explore the designated categories to find the ideal,
multifunctional active ingredient to compliment any hair care line
that aims to deliver superior, consumer driven products.
Products By Category
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Damaged Hair
Hair is continuously exposed to environmental, chemical, and mechanical stress. These stressors will cause hair
to become overly porous, dry, brittle, and more susceptible to breakage if proper care is not taken. The products
below reflect different strategies and technologies for treating and correcting damaged hair.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
Mechanism
Multifunctional Benefits
20339PF ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF
Water & Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
& Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment &
Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment
& Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment &
Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment
Miraculously smooths
the cuticle of physically &
chemically damaged hair
without unwanted build-up
• Penetrates the hair shaft to
effectively deliver benefits
• Conditions hair fiber
• Minimizes dryness
• Enhances health of the scalp
20375 AC Split End Complex
Hydroxypropyltrimonium
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein/
Siloxysilicate & Oryza Sativa
(Rice)Extract
Anneals split ends back
to a healthy state while
simultaneously repairing
damaged cuticles
• Anti-Frizz
• Strengthens hair
• Increases shine
• Enhances lubricity
• Improves overall feel
20200 ACB Willow Bark Extract 20%
Water & Salix Nigra (Willow)
Bark Extract
Transforms the texture of dry
brittle hair, locks in moisture
• Smooth styling
• Shine therapy
• Nourishes curls
• Not ideal for finer hair types
Polyquarternium-80 & Water &
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide &
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Ionically binds to hair cuticles
offering long-term protection
from harsh hair bleaches
• Chemically resilient material
• Utilizes matrix-style scaffolding
• Strengthens hair
• Moisturizing
Polyquaternium-80 & Water &
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide &
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract &
Sclerocarya Birrea Fruit Extract
Supports the hair fiber
throughout the harsh chemical
treatment via a highly effective
3D hybrid biopolymer
• Strengthens hair
• Restores resilience
• Reduces breakage
• Protects hair
22045 Active.Lite® Hair
for Bleaching
22046 Active.Lite® Relaxer
Dry Hair
Dry hair is aesthetically displeasing, hard to style, lackluster, and is prone to breakage. In need of a dose of intense
hydration or just daily moisture? Want to smooth the cuticle, and lock in moisture to heal dehydrated locks? The
products below are a curated selection of materials delivering multifunctional benefits to meet demands.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut)
Fruit Extract
Fractionated lipids impart
rapid, efficacious, immediate,
and long term moisture relief to
dehydrated hair
• Tactily manageable
• Improves shine
• Enhances combability
• Ideal for multicultural hair
• Adds necessary nourishment
16810 ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
Effectively conditions and
moisturizes strands through its
superior film forming and deep
conditioning properties
• Improves combability
• Creates softer hair
• Conditions
• Antioxidant
20391PF ACB Cationic
Glycoprotein PF
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon
Californicum Ferment Extract
& Phospholipids
Hydrates the driest of locks
to improve the health and
appearance of each fiber
• Tactile improvements
• Smooths unruly hair
• Anti-chlorine damage
• Decreases frizz
20342PF ACB Yerba Santa
Glycoprotein PF
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon
Californicum Ferment Extract
Mucopolysaccharides and
glycoproteins work to
counteract excessive dryness
and deliver lasting mositure
• Increases shine
• Anti-frizz
• Improves appearance
• Smooth styling
20036 ACB Kale Protein Blend
Hydrolyzed Kale Protein &
Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein &
Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein
Proteins adhere to hair fiber to
moisturize and simultaneously
create a functional film and
protective barrier
• Improves manageability
• Volumizes
• Locks in moisture
• Enhances shine
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Isolated, high content, naturally
occurring proteins offer relief
to even the thirstiest of tresses
• Repairing properties
• Nourishes
• Delivers intense hydration
• Strengthens fibers
20742 AcquaSeal® Coconut
20037 ACB Quinoa Protein
Hair Protection
All types of hair require tailored protection from both intentional and unitentional stressors. Defend your hair
from damage caused by chemical processes, such as coloring or bleaching, and mechanical processes, such as heat
styling, to keep hair stronger and more radiant. The products below protect tresses from a range of chemical and
mechanical stressors to color fade and frizz.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
22045 Active.Lite® Hair
for Bleaching
Polyquarternium-80 & Water &
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide &
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Ionically binds to hair cuticles
offering immediate and longterm protection from harsh
chemical treatments
• Chemically resilient material
• Utilizes matrix-style scaffolding
• Strengthens hair
• Moisturizes
22046 Active.Lite® Hair Relaxer
Polyquaternium-80 & Water &
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide &
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract &
Sclerocarya Birrea Fruit Extract
Utilizes a highly effective 3D
hybrid biopolymer to support
the hair fiber throughout the
harsh chemical treatment while
still allowing the relaxer to
penetrate for optimal results
• Strengthens hair
• Restores resilience
• Reduces breakage
• Protects hair
16824 AC Kerazyme® Protect
Hydrolyzed Keratin & Bambusa
Arundinacea Leaf Extract &
Trametes Versicolor Extract
Protects against color fade, UV
damage, and thermal stressors
by structurally improving the
integrity of hair cuticle
• Seals the cuticle
• Natural & safe
• Nourishes & conditions cuticle
• Improves curl retention
Water & Hydrolyzed Vegetable
Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
Penetrates cortex to repair and
build strength from within
the hair for more manageable,
healthy locks
• Improves combability
• reducing breakage
• Enhances shine & smoothness
• Forms a protective film
• Intense moisture binding capacity
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Smooths unruly hair and
protects against frizz for an
overall improved aesthetic
• Moisturizes
• Improves appearance
• Anti-frizz
• Capitalizes on probiotic trend
20488 AC Keratin
Hydrolysate SILOX
16618 Probacillus Revive
Hair Protection
All types of hair require tailored protection from both intentional and unitentional stressors. Defend your hair
from damage caused by chemical processes, such as coloring or bleaching, and mechanical processes, such as heat
styling, to keep hair stronger and more radiant. The products below protect tresses from a range of chemical and
mechanical stressors to color fade and frizz.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
16883 AC Vegan Kerazyme® Protect
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein &
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein &
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein &
Bambusa Arundinacea Leaf Extract
& Trametes Versicolor Extract
Improves properties of hair
to protect against heat, UV
damage, and everyday external
aggressors
• Employs cross-linking properties
• Creates protective seal
• Prevents diffusion of colour
• Conditions & hydrates
10414 ABS Acai Sterols EFA
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols & Linoleic
Acid & Oleic Acid & Linolenic Acid
Eliminates frizz while delivering
intense moisturization to tame
fly-aways for long term hair
benefits
• Improves manageability
• Ideal for damaged or unruly hair
• Delivers shine
• Hydrates
20650PF AC Rice Curl Complex PF
Water & Lactobacillus/Tomato
Fruit Ferment Extract & Oryza
Sativa (Rice) Extract & Keratin
Amino Acids & Acyl Coenzyme A
Stabilizes both the hydrogen
and salt bonds to help
strengthen the hair and
maintain curl
• Delivers perfectly polished curls
• Promotes curl health & hydration
• Intensely conditions curls
• Improves overall aesthetic of curls
20374 Curly Hair Complex
Water & Rice Amino Acids &
Polyperfluoroethoxymethoxy
Difluoroethyl PEG Phosphate &
Acyl Coenzyme A Desaturase
Produces a bouncy, more
voluminous curl by harnessing
the benefits of amino acids,
desaturase enzymes, and
flourinated material
• Improves flexibility
• Adds structural integrity
• Moisturizes
• Smooths cuticle
Moisturizing
Moisture rich, hydrated fibers are evidence of healthy, nourished hair. Keeping hair moisturized aides in both
resiliency, strength, and vibrancy. The products suggested below offer a range of mechanisms to quench hair’s
thirst and lock in hydration.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
Dimethicone & Phospholipids
& Polymethylsilsesquioxane &
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid readily absorbs
moisture when exposed to
a hydrophilic environment
delivering unrivaled moisture
for all hair types
• Great for smoothing damaged or
color treated hair
• Liposome technology
• Reduces static
• Decreases frizz
16586 Phytofuse Renew®
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Imparts protective and
moisture-retentive benefits
associated with the secondary
metabolites produced by the
Resurrection Plant
• Eases manageability
• Natural silicone replacement
• Anti-pollution
• Visibly improves shine
15002 AC Flax Seed Oil
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed)
Seed Oil
Lipophilic nature replenishes the
hair’s moisture lacking strands
or delivers the daily dose of
necessary hydration
• Nourishes
• Improves appearance
• Protects hair
• Ideal for multicultural hair
15009 AC Olive Oil Clear
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Rich emollient properties bring
hydration to coarse, unruly locks
• Style locking capabilities
• Tames frizz
• Ideal for multicultural hair
• Perfect for coarse, unruly hair
20649PF AC Quaternized Lemon
Shine PF
Hydroxypropyltrimonium
Lemon Protein
Light weight feel packed with
moisture to provide everyday
nourishment
• Conditions cuticle
• Great for all hair types
• Enhances sleekness
• Reduces frizz
20624PF AC Plant Keratin PF
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein &
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein &
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Penetrates outermost layer of
the hair to smooth & aid in
attracting and retaining water
• Botanical origin
• Increases strength and elasticity
• Repairs split ends
• Conditioning properties
26001 AC Hyalurosome
Moisturizing
Moisture rich, hydrated fibers are evidence of healthy, nourished hair. Keeping hair moisturized aides in both
resiliency, strength, and vibrancy. The products suggested below offer a range of mechanisms to quench hair’s
thirst and lock in hydration.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
20039 ACB Botanical Sugar Complex
10247 ABS Pomegranate Sterols
20617PF AC Rice Hydrolysate PF
20621PF AC Silk Hydrolysate PF
20742 AcquaSeal® Coconut
10116PF ABS Colloidal Oat PF
Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
Tapioca Starch & Lactobacillus
Ferment Lysate
Fermentation of botanicals result
in enhanced bioavailability
allowing for ready absorption of
moisture into the hair strand
• Nourishes scalp
• Anti-frizz
• Antioxidant properties
• Non-irritating material
Punica Granatum Sterols
Lipid fractions produce
increased mositure levels
and a protective barrier from
environmental stressors
• Minimal tackiness
• Adds smooth shine to hair
• Natural product replacement
• Super fruit trend
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Simultaneously strengthens
and delivers daily moisture in
part, due to its hydrolyzed low
molecular weight
• Film-former
• Emulsifier
• Conditions fiber
• Natural alternative
Hydrolyzed Silk
Imparts a soft, silky, hydrated
aesthetic via hydrolyzed
amino acids
• Increases shine
• Anti-frizz capabilities
• Improves overall feel
• Conditions
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut)
Fruit Extract
Intensely hydrates while
sealing cuticle for both
moisture restoration and
retention to provide lasting,
noticeable results
• Ideal for multicultural hair
• Protects against daily exposure
to environmental stressors
• Enhances combability
• Antioxidant protection
Colloidal Oatmeal
Long standing reputation
of delivering smoothing,
moisturizing, and soothing
benefits in hair care products
marketed to scalp and skin
sensitive consumers
• Protectant
• Ideal for sensitive scalps
• Silky texture
• Nourishes
Conditioning
Soft, touchable tresses are coveted worldwide. Obtaining such tresses can come from smoothing the hair cuticle.
A smoothed cuticle yields greater manageability, improved combability, stronger fibers, and improved shine.
The products below detail optimal solutions to obtaining the desired conditioned, healthy hair aesthetic.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
20478 AC Royal Jelly Extract
Butylene Glycol &
10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid & Sebacic
Acid & 1,10-Decanediol
Vitamins deeply nourish and
condition cuticle to deliver a
smooth, sleek aesthetic
• Reduces frizz
• Vitamins B, C, D, & E
• Seals cuticle
• Anneals split ends
20496 ACB Modified Pumpkin
Enzyme PF
Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit
Ferment Filtrate
Intense conditioning benefits
harvested from isolated
phytochemicals via fermentation
• Anti-frizz
• Hydrates
• Improvement in overall feel
• Capitalizes on health & wellness trend
20339PF ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF
Water & Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
& Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment &
Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment
& Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment &
Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment
Smooths cuticle allowing
penetration of rich minerals for
optimal conditioning properties
• No excess buildup
• Nourishes
• Minimizes dryness
• Enhances health of the scalp
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Essential proteins in hydrolyzed
form enhance functional
properties to offer everyday,
conditioning therapy
• Hydrates
• Reduces Frizz
• Delivers shine
• Improves hairs characteristics
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Restores hydration to the
hair’s cuticle for effective
conditioning benefits
• Gluten-free alternative
• Perceivable benefits
• Improves hair vitality
• Moisturizes
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Hydrolyzed proteins allow
for easy adherance leading
to intense moisturizing and
conditioning benefits
• Film-forming properties
• Strengthens hair fiber
• Increases substantivity over time
• Resistant material
20530 AC Milk Hydrolysate SF
20037 ACB Quinoa Protein
20615PF AC Wheat Hydrolysate PF
Volumizing
Adding volume to hair gives the appearance of thicker more flexible locks. The products listed below add the
fullness and body that finer hair types desire.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
• Improved manageability
• Soft & smooth appearance
• Antioxidant
• Anti-aging hair care
16810 ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
Innovative hydrolysis of the
Pisum Sativum Peptide provides
ideal volumizing benefits
16572PF AC Volumizing
Complex PF
Water & Rice Amino Acids
& Lactobacillus/Date
Fruit Ferment Extract &
Polyperfluoroethoxymethoxy
Difluoroethyl PEG Phosphate
Employs a three pronged
approach to maximize volume
and retain curl for lasting style
• Improves thickness
• Enhances overall feel
• Hydrates
• Curl retention
20036 ACB Kale Protein Blend
Hydrolyzed Kale Protein &
Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein &
Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein
Proteins adhere evenly to hair
fiber to moisturize and produce
a maximum volume
• Improves manageability
• Volumizes
• Locks in moisture
• Enhances shine
Anti-Aging
With the passage of time, hair fibers lose strength, become more porous, and are prone to damage. Anti-aging
hair care offers a broad range of treatments that fight aging from biological protection of the scalp to the physical
protection of the strand. The products listed below utilize diverse mechanisms to prevent dull, lifeless hair
associated with the aging process.
Product Code & Name
INCI Name
Mechanism Multifunctional Benefits
Water & Propylene Glycol & Malic
Acid & Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
Extract & Glycolic Acid & Lactic
Acid & Citric Acid
Adds a dose of hydration to
prevent dull, lackluster locks
while conditioning the scalp
• Conditions
• Perceivable benefits
• Improves hair vitality
• Moisturizes
10229 ABS White Willow Bark
Powder Extract
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Offers antioxidant protection
from daily stressors improving
overall feel and shine
• Anti-frizz capabilities
• Smooth, sleek styling
• Moisturizes
• Revitalizes root to tip
16883 AC Vegan Kerazyme® Protect
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein &
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein &
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein & Bambusa
Arundinacea Leaf Extract &
Trametes Versicolor Extract
Naturally defends tresses
from color fade and thermal
damage using a multitude
of hydrolyzed proteins that
additionally help improve the
hair’s over all health
• Improves hair resiliency
• Smooth, sleek styling
• Creates protective seal
• Naturally nourishing
20488 AC Keratin
Hydrolysate SILOX
Water & Hydrolyzed Vegetable
Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
Delivers hair strengthening and
anti-breakge benefits from the
inside out
• Penetrates cortex
• Improves shine, smoothness,
& combability
• Creates protective film
• Moisture binding capacity
10286 ABS Apple AHA's
Sample Formulations
Tomorrow’s vision...Today!®
Cleansing Conditioner
Trade Name
Phase A
Deionized Water
Arquad® PC SV-60 PG
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Water (Aqua)
Soytrimonium Chloride & Propylene Glycol
Local
AkzoNobel Global
74.87%
0.83%
Cetearyl Alcohol & Glyceryl Stearate & Coceth-20
Dipalmitoylethyl Dimonium Chloride
Active Concepts
AkzoNobel Global
6.00%
1.00%
Phase B
Phytomulse® Coconut
Armocare® VGH-70
Cyclopentasiloxane & Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane
SilDerm® Conditioning
Copolymer & Silk & Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract &
Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract & Lactobacillus/ Eriodictyon Active Concepts
Californicum Ferment Extract & Cymbidium Grandiflorum
(Orchid) Flower Extract
1.00%
Phase C
Disodium EDTA
Glycerol-99.5% (U.S.P.)
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin
Spectrum Chemical
Textile Chemical Co
0.30%
3.00%
Water & Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment &
ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment &
Active Concepts
Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment & Saccharomyces/Iron
Ferment & Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment
5.00%
Phase D
Citric acid 20%
Leucidal® Liquid
Amticide® Coconut
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
4.
5.
6.
Solution Citric Acid (and) Water
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Sigma-Aldrich
Active Micro Technologies
q.s.
4.00%
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
In Phase A, add water and Arquad® PC SV-60 PG and mix at a speed that generates a vortex.
Cover and heat to 80°C in a water bath.
In a separate beaker add Phase B ingredients and heat covered until 80°C.
When both phases are at 80°C then combine Phase A and Phase B.
Hold at 80°C and mix for 15 minutes.
Mix thoroughly and keep beaker covered as it continues to cool. At 45°C add the ingredients of Phase C.
Once well mixed, add Phase D ingredients.
If necessary q.s. with citric acid until the pH is between 4.0-5.0.
Color Protect Shampoo
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
Water (Aqua)
Local
26.30%
ABS Aloe Extract G
Glycerin & Water & Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Active Concepts
0.50%
PhytoCide Aspen Bark Extract Powder Populus Tremuloides (Aspen) Bark Extract
AC Vegan Kerazyme Protect
Active Micro Technologies 0.50%
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein & Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Active Concepts
& Hydrolyzed Soy Protein & Bambusa Arundinacea
5.50%
Leaf Extract & Trametes Versicolor Extract
Phase B
Glycerin
Glycerin
Dow
3.00%
Keltrol®
Xanthan Gum
CP Kelco
1.00%
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine
Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Coco/Sunfloweramidopropyl Betaine
Mackam WGB/ McIntyre 20.00%
Active Concepts
15.00%
Mackam SFB/McIntyre
10.00%
AC Keratin Hydrolysate 30PF
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Active Concepts
4.00%
AC Silk Amino Acids PF
ACB Yerba Santa Glycoprotein PF
Silk Amino Acids
Active Concepts
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon Californicum Ferment Extract Active Concepts
4.00%
Phase C
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine
AC Foaming Soy
Coco/Sunfloweramidopropyl Betaine
Phase D
2.00%
Phase E
Leucidal® Liquid
Amticide® Coconut
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Active Micro Technologies 4.00%
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract Active Micro Technologies 4.00%
0.20%
Sigma-Aldrich
Citric Acid
Mix and charge water into main beaker and begin propeller mixing. A vortex should form.
Sift in PhytoCide Aspen Bark Extract Powder. Charge remaining ingredients and begin heating to 75°C. Mix until homogenous.
Pre-mix Phase B ingredients then add to main beaker and mix until homogenous.
Switch to sweep mixing. At 75°C add each Phase C ingredient individually to the main beaker. Allow each ingredient
to disperse completely before adding the next. Begin force cooling.
5. At 50°C, add Phase D ingredients individually to the main beaker and mix until homogenous.
6. Once mixture is below 40°C add Phase E ingredients mixing thoroughly.
7. Adjust pH if necessary using Citric Acid 50% solution.
Thermal Protectant
Trade Name
Phase A
INCI Name
Vendor
%
83.75%
0.05%
Deionized Water
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin
Water (Aqua)
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin
Local
Spectrum Chemical
Dow
Rhodaquat M242 B/99
Cetrimonium Bromide
Solvay
1.00%
0.80%
ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
Active Concepts
2.00%
ACB Cationic Glycoprotein PF
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon Californicum Ferment Extract
Active Concepts
& Phospholipids
2.00%
AC Kerazyme® Protect
Polaxamer 430
Hydrolyzed Keratin & Bambusa Arundinacea Leaf
Extract & trametes Versicolor Extract
Styrene VP/Copolymer
Active Concepts
Univar
1.00%
1.00%
Nexeo Solutions
Evonik
0.20%
0.20%
Phase B
Alkamuls® PSML-20
TEGO® SMO 80 V
Polysorbate 20
Polysorbate 80
Phase C
Leucidal® Liquid SF
Amticide® Coconut
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Active Micro Technologies 4.00%
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract Active Micro Technologies 4.00%
q.s.
Citric Acid
Sigma-Aldrich
Add Phase A ingredients one at a time into water while mixing, wait until dissolved to add another.
Add Polaxamer 430 lastly to phase A. Mix well.
Mix Phase B together.
Add Phase B to Phase A. Mix Well.
Add Phase C, adjust to pH 6 using citric acid 50% solution
Anti-Frizz Treatment
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
AC Silk Hydrolysate PF
Water (Aqua)
Hydrolyzed Silk
Local
Active Concepts
79.25%
1.00%
Disodium EDTA
Carbopol® Ultrez 21 Polymer
Sodium Hydroxide (18%)
Disodium EDTA
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Sodium Hydroxide
Spectrum Chemical
Lubrizol
Sigma- Aldrich
0.05%
0.25%
0.20%
CocosNucifera(Coconut) Fruit Extract
PEG-33 and PEG-8 Dimethicone and PEG-14
Glycerin
Hydrolyzed Kale Protein & Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein &
Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein
Active Concepts
Lubrizol
Dow
5.00%
0.25%
1.00%
Active Concepts
1.00%
Cetearyl Alcohol
BASF
0.50%
ABS Aloe Extract G
Phytofuse Renew®
Leucidal® Liquid SF
Glycerin & Water & Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
SelaginellaLepidophylla Extract
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
Active Micro Technologies
2.00%
1.50%
4.00%
Amticide® Coconut
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
Phase B
AcquaSeal® Coconut
SilSense® Copolyol-1 Silicone
Glycerin
ACB Kale Protein Blend
Lanette® O
Phase C
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Dissolve disodium EDTA and AC Silk Hydrolysate PF in deionized water. Use heat as necessary.
Add Carbopol® Ultrez 21 Polymer. Mix thoroughly.
Add sodium hydroxide, adjusting to pH 5.5.
Maintain Phase A at a temperature of 70°C.
Blend ingredients of Phase B at 70°C. Mix thoroughly.
Add Phase B to Phase A with high speed agitation.
Once mixed, cool product to 40°C with mixing.
Add Phase C ingredients in the order listed individually to main beaker.
Anti-Aging Serum
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
Keltrol®
ACB Cationic Glycoprotein PF
ABS Apple AHA's
Water (Aqua)
Xanthan Gum
Local
CP Kelco
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon
Californicum Ferment
Active Concepts
Extract & Phospholipids
Water & Propylene Glycol & Malic
Acid & Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
Active Concepts
Extract & Glycolic Acid & Lactic Acid
74.50%
0.50%
3.00%
6.00%
ACB Pisum Sativum Peptide
& Citric Acid
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
Active Concepts
5.00%
AcquaSeal® Coconut
CocosNucifera(Coconut) Fruit Extract Active Concepts
3.00%
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment
Filtrate
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
Phase B
Leucidal® Liquid SF
Amticide® Coconut
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera
(Coconut) Fruit Extract
Citric Acid
Sigma-Aldrich
q.s.
Add xanthan gum to water, allow to mix thoroughly. Heat to 60°C if necessary.
Once mixed thoroughly, add Phase A ingredients individually ensuring proper mixture before adding the next item while cooling.
Mix well.
Add Phase B Ingredients. Mix Well.
Adjust pH if necessary to 5.5.
Leave In Multi-Benefit Spray
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
Water (Aqua)
Local
43.00%
Carbopol®Aqua CC Polymer
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
Lubrizol
5.00%
ACB Kale Protein Blend
Hydrolyzed Kale Protein & Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein
Active Concepts
& Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein
1.00%
PhytofuseRenew®
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Active Concepts
1.50%
AC Hyalursome
Water & Polydimethylsiloxane/
Polymethylsilsesquioxane Copolymer & Phospholipids Active Concepts
& Hyaluronic Acid
1.00%
Deionized Water
Tego® Amid S18
Water (Aqua)
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Local
Evonik
35.00%
1.50%
Polylac® 136A
Hydramol™ PGPL Ester
Lactic Acid
PEG/PPG-8/3 Laurate
Aqia
Lubrizol
0.60%
1.50%
ACB Quinoa Protein
AC Cashmere Protein PF
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
HydrolyzedWool
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
1.00%
0.40%
Leucidal® Liquid
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
Amticide® Coconut
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
Phase B
Phase C
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Propeller mix Phase A ingredients at room temperature.
Assess pH, should be 4.0-4.5. Adjust if necessary with Lactic Acid 85% Solution.
Mix Phase B ingredients with propeller mixing and heat to 70°C. Mix until uniform.
Add Phase A to Phase B with propeller mixing. Mix until uniform.
Cool batch slowly to 40°C while mixing.
Add Phase C. Mix well.
Scalp Treatment
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
Water (Aqua)
Local
39.90%
PhytoCide Aspen Bark Extract Powder
Populus Tremuloides (Aspen) Bark Extract
Active Micro Technologies
2.00%
AC Alg-Moist EAU
Water (and) Algae Extract
Active Concepts
10.00%
ABS Acai Extract BG
Butylene Glycol (and) Water (and) Euterpe Oleracea Fruit
Extract
Active Concepts
10.00%
Active Concepts
5.00%
ACB Bio-Chelate 5 PF
Water (and) Saccharomyces Zinc Ferment (and)
Saccharomyces Copper Ferment (and) Saccharomyces
Magnesium Ferment (and) Saccharomyces Iron Ferment
(and) Saccharomyces Silicon Ferment
ACB Yogurt Dermal Respiratory Factor
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Active Concepts
5.00%
AC Sebum Control Enzyme PF
ACB Yerba Santa Glycoprotein PF
Butylene Glycol (and) Water (and) Spiraea Ulmaria Extract
Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon Californicum Ferment Extract
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
5.00%
5.00%
Active Concepts
5.00%
Active Concepts
2.00%
Active Concepts
2.00%
Active Concepts
1.00%
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract (and) Threonine (and)
AC Hair Nutrition Complex
Phosphorus (and) Azelaic Acid (and) Niacin (and) Guarana
Extract (and) N-Carboxyethyl Butyric Acid (and) Retinyl
Palmitate (and) Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (and)
Tocopherol Acetate (and) Calcium Pantothenate (and)
Magnesium Salicylate (and) Ornithine Decarboxylase (and)
AC Keratin Hydrolysate 30 PF
ABS Ginger Mint Extract Cooling
ABS Apple AHA's
Calphostin C (and) Zinc Gluconate
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Water (and) Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract (and)
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
Water & Propylene Glycol & Malic Acid & Pyrus Malus
(Apple) Fruit Extract & Glycolic Acid & Lactic Acid & Citric
Acid
Phase B
Leucidal® Liquid SF
Amticide® Coconut
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract
Active Micro Technologies
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
4.00%
Sodium Hydroxide 25% Solution
Sodium Hydroxide
Sigma- Aldrich
0.10%
Procedure:
1. In main beaker, charge water and begin propeller mixing.
2. Charge Phase A ingredients individually to ensure proper mixing between each addition.
3. Add Phase B ingredients. Mix Well.
Note: Shake well before use
Split End Masque
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
ABS Pomegranate Sterols
SilDerm® Softening
Tego® Amid S18
Cetyl Esters Wax, Synthetic NF
Phytomulse® Almond
CRODAMOL STS
AC Olive Oil Clear
AC Almond Oil
AC Meadowfoam Oil
Punica Granatum Sterols
Cyclopentasiloxane & Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone/
Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer & Silk
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Active Concepts
1.50%
Active Concepts
1.00%
Evonik
0.30%
Cetyl Esters
Cetearyl Alcohol & Glyceryl Stearate & Almondeth-20
Spectrum Chemical
1.50%
Active Concepts
5.00%
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate)
Croda, Inc.
4.00%
Olea Europea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Prunus Amygdalus (Sweet Almond) Dulcis Oil
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
1.00%
1.00%
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Active Concepts
1.00%
Water (Aqua)
Citric Acid
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Rice
Local
Sigma-Aldrich
68.61%
0.04%
Active Concepts
5.00%
Active Concepts
1.00%
Active Concepts
0.05%
Active Concepts
1.00%
Active Micro Technologies
Active Micro Technologies
4.00%
4.00%
Phase B
Deionized Water
Citric Acid
AC Split End Complex
Protein/Siloxysilicate & Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
Phase C
Glycerin & Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Extract &
ABS Mint Blend G PF
ABS Chamomile Extract PF
AC Keratin Hydrolysate SILOX
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract & Vitis
Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
Butylene Glycol & Water & Chamomilla Recutita
(Matricaria) Flower Extract
Water & Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl
Silanetriol
Phase D
Leucidal® Liquid
Amticide® Coconut
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract
Combine ingredients of Parts A and B separately with mixing and heat to 75-80°C.
Add Part B to Part A, mixing well.
Cool to 50°C and add ingredients of Part C with mixing.
Cool to 35°C and add Part D.
Cool to room temperature and adjust pH to 4.5, if necessary.
UV Protection Spray
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
Deionized Water
Zemea® Propanediol
Keltrol®
ACB Tonka Bean Bioferment PF
Phytofuse Renew®
Local
DuPont Tate & Lyle
CP Kelco
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
81.88%
1.00%
0.12%
2.00%
4.00%
Isostearamidopropyl Morpholine Lactate Isostearamidopropyl Morpholine Lactate
Cetiol® 767
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
Parchem
BASF
1.00%
1.00%
AC Keratin Amino Acids PF
Phase B
Leucidal® Liquid SF
Amticide® Coconut
Citric Acid 10% Solution
Active Concepts
1.00%
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Water (Aqua)
Propanediol
Xanthan Gum
Lactobacillus/Dipteryx Odorata Seed Ferment Filtrate
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Keratin amino acids
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Active Micro Technologies
Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract Active Micro Technologies
Citric Acid
Sigma-Aldrich
Add xanthan gum to the propanediol. Mix Well.
Heat deionized water to 60°C.
Add xanthan gum/propanediol mixture. Allow to mix.
Add all the remaining ingredients individually with mixing.
Allow to cool while mixing.
Add Phase B. Allow to mix.
4.00%
4.00%
q.s.
Dry Shampoo
Trade Name
INCI Name
Vendor
%
Phase A
AC Rice Starch Powder
AC Colloidal Oat Flour
Kaolin
Dry-Flo® TS
Magnesium Carbonate
ABS Ginger Mint Extract Cooling
ACB BioMilk Rice PF
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
Kaolin
Tapioca Starch (and)
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Magnesium Carbonate
Active Concepts
Active Concepts
Spectrum Chemical
46.10%
26.00%
1.00%
AkzoNobel
22.68%
Spectrum Chemical
1.00%
Water & Zingiber Officinale (Ginger)
Active Concepts
Root Extract & Mentha Piperita
(Peppermint) Leaf Extract
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
Active Concepts
0.10%
0.10%
ABS White Willow Bark Powder Extract Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Active Concepts
3.00%
Tea Tree Oil
Local
0.02%
Procedure:
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
1. Mix above items in descending order in a Paterson-Kelly or other appropriate powder mixer.
2. Ensure uniformity.
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