Rhamnolipid introduction
Rhamnolipid possesses diverse functionalities, including surface tension reduction, solubilization, emulsification, demulsification, defoaming, washing, dispersing, flocculating, penetrating, and moistening capabilities. It exhibits remarkable surface activity, demands minimal dosage, and demonstrates exceptional compatibility with other surfactants. It possesses remarkable chemical and biological properties, exhibiting both hydrophilic and lipophilic characteristics. This unique biosurfactant effectively reduces surface tension in water, making it a versatile wetting agent, emulsifier, and foaming agent. Rhamnolipid is resistant to high temperatures and high salts, has strong foaming ability, is non-toxic, biodegradable, and is an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative product.
Compared to traditional chemically synthesized surfactants, Rhamnolipid has the following notable characteristics and advantages:
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The extensive and intricate chemical structure of rhamnolipids, enriched with numerous active groups, enables superior adsorption at the oil-water interface. Consequently, it effectively diminishes the interfacial tension at both the water-air and oil-water interfaces, resulting in a more favorable environment for various applications.
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Heat resistance: retains surface activity even at 90℃.
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Salt tolerance:Rhamnolipids remain stable in 10% salt solution, while chemically synthesized surfactants lose activity in 2-3% salt solution.
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Biodegradability:Rhamnolipids are easily degraded in water or soil.
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Low or non-toxic: Environmentally friendly.
Rhamnolipid info
(1) Cosmetic-grade Rhamnolipid
Catalog number: ACJ1768C
Appearance: Light yellow to amber transparent liquid
Solids content: ~35%
Packaging: 100g, 5Kg, 25Kg
Rhamnolipid Application:Derived through a fermentation process, cosmetic-grade rhamnolipid is environmentally friendly and biodegradable. It finds application in high-end personal care products, offering anti-acne, anti-wrinkle, and moisturizing benefits. This versatile ingredient can be incorporated into skin creams, lotions, facial cleansers, toners, sunscreens, mascara, foundation creams, and scrubs, among others.
Rhamnolipid Application in cosmetics: Rhamnolipid is a surfactant widely used in cosmetics with excellent surface activity, emulsifying activity, skin compatibility and low irritation. It can be used to improve the texture and efficacy of products such as facial cleansers, lotions, toners, sunscreens, mascaras, foundations and scrubs, as well as to make cosmetic microemulsion carriers.
Rhamnolipids, as a surfactant and emulsifier of natural origin with good dermal compatibility and low irritation, can replace these traditional chemical components. It can also help retain moisture, lubricate, generate foam and act as a cleansing agent through its dispersing and wetting properties. Rhamnolipids also have good permeability and non-toxic degradable properties, making them an ideal detergent additive.