Evonik Dr. Straetmans

Since 2019, Surfachem Deutschland has represented Evonik Dr. Straetman’s GmbH. We offer innovative Personal Care and Cosmetics ingredients.

Their extensive portfolio includes;

  • Multifunctional antimicrobials
  • Preservatives
  • Antioxidants
  • Chelating agents
  • Antimicrobial skin actives
  • Deodorants

Evonik is one of the largest speciality chemical companies in the world. They provide chemicals that offer maximum benefits for customers and society.

Product Range

Multipurpose Active Ingredients

  • dermosoft® decalact MB. Natural, multifunctional active ingredient with antimicrobial properties. It is highly effective against microorganisms causing skin disorders like dandruff and athlete’s foot. Therefore, this material can be applied as a natural and mild replacement for triclosan and climbazole.

 

  • dermosoft® decalact liquid MB. This low viscous blend contains our effective multifunctional ingredient dermosoft® decalact MB and triethyl citrate, which supports the antimicrobial efficacy and makes this ingredient particularly easy to handle. This active blend is ideal for cold temperature processes and is suitable for anti acneand female hygiene formulations.

 

  • dermosoft® decalact deo MB. Natural deodorant active blend with antimicrobial properties. Liquid, easy-to-handle and the effective against microorganisms that cause body odour. In-vivo study proves 24h-deodorant activity as comparable or superior to benchmark products.

 

  • dermosoft® decalact sebum MB. Natural active ingredient blend for blemish prone skin. In-vivo proven efficacy for reduction of sebum production, redness and pimples at a low dosage. Suitable for certified natural cosmetics.

Preservative Blends – Verstatil®

  • Verstatil® BL non GMO. A synergistic blend of sodium benzoate with the skin conditioning agent levulinic acic. Derived from non-GMO sources. This raw material has an excellent antimicrobial activity and can be used in natural cosmetics. Verstatil® BL non GMO is perfectly suitable for surfactant-based, natural cosmetics. The combination with antimicrobial surface active substances (e.g. dermosoft® GMCY MB) is recommended to improve the performance against fungi in emulsions.

 

  • Verstatil® SL non GMO. A synergistic blend of potassium sorbate and the skin conditioning agent levulinic acid, derived from non-GMO sources. This raw material has an excellent antimicrobial activity especially in surfactant based and aqueous products and can be applied in natural cosmetics. This easy to handle blend is optimized for good skin compatibility. The combination with antimicrobial surface active substances (e.g. dermosoft® GMCY MB) is recommended to improve the performance against fungi in emulsions.

 

  • Verstatil® PC. Synergistic blend of phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin with antimicrobial efficacy. pH independent and  suitable for o/w-emulsions, w/o-emulsions and gels and tonics.

 

  • Verstatil® PE. Synergistic blend of phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin with antimicrobial efficacy. pH independent.

Natural Antioxidants and Chelating Agents

  • Dermofeel® Toco 70 non GMO: Non GMO, soy-based antioxidant. Provides effective protection based with a mixed tocpherol content of at least 70%

 

  • Dermofeel® TocoSkin: Non GMO, sunflower based antioxidant. Good for skin protection with a high content of D-alpha Tocopherol. Prevents skin from damage caused by free radicals

 

  • Dermofeel® TocoBalance:  Non GMO, rapeseed based multifunctional antioxidant for product and skin protection at one. With a high  balanced content of mixed tocoherols , this ingredient offers effective protection of oxidizable ingredients with the added benefit of antioxidative activity for the skin.

Multifunctional Antimicrobials

  • dermosoft® 1388 eco – A blend of plant derived organic acids with antimicrobial properties. Performance is pH dependent. The combination of ingredients results in multifunctional Personal Care and Cosmetics products. Furthermore, this speciality ingredient offers skin conditioning, masking, pH regulating and antimicrobial activity. In emulsions, a combination with an antimicrobial surface active substance (for example: dermosoft® GMCY MB) is recommended.

 

  • dermosoft® GMCY MB – A vegetable based wetting agent with strong activity against bacteria and yeast. dermosoft® GMCY MB is an excellent booster for organic acids and different listed preservatives. It can lower the surface tension which leads to smaller droplets and more stable emulsions. At higher concentrations it may reduce the viscosity of emulsions.

 

  • dermosoft® 250 eco – Our problem solver for natural cosmetics with higher pH levels . Easy to apply and pH independent fragrance ingredient. Great booster for natural systems with stability issues. Especially good for water based systems at higher pH. Synergistic effect with wetting agents (e.g. dermosoft® GMCY MB or dermosoft Pentiol eco).