Flocare is a versatile range of specialty cosmetic polymers developed for modern skin care, hair care, bath & shower and personal-care formulations.

The FLOCARE™ range includes different polymer technologies designed to provide functions such as thickening, rheology modification, emulsification, stabilization, conditioning, suspending, texture enhancement and film formation.

Depending on the selected FLOCARE grade, the material may be supplied as a liquid dispersion, aqueous solution or powder, allowing formulators to select the appropriate polymer technology for their formulation requirements. SNF identifies FLOCARE polymers for applications ranging from skincare gels and creams to shampoos, conditioners, hair styling products, shower gels and body washes.

Product Type

Specialty Cosmetic Polymer / Rheology Modifier / Conditioning Polymer

Brand / Product Family

FLOCARE™

Supplier

SNF

Main Application Areas

• Skin Care
• Hair Care
• Bath & Shower
• Personal Care
• Cosmetic Formulations

Key Benefits

Depending on the selected FLOCARE grade, the range can provide:

• Efficient thickening
• Rheology modification
• Emulsion stabilization
• Emulsification support
• Suspending properties
• Texture modification
• Conditioning
• Hair smoothness
• Improved combability
• Hair softness
• Film formation
• Foam enhancement
• Formulation stabilization
• Improved product consistency
• Enhanced sensory characteristics
• Cold-process formulation options for selected grades

Skin Care Applications

Selected FLOCARE grades can be used in:

• Face Creams
• Facial Gels
• Gel Creams
• Moisturizers
• Facial Serums
• Body Creams
• Body Lotions
• Sun-Care Products
• Anti-Ageing Cosmetic Formulations
• Skin-Care Emulsions
• Clear and Translucent Formulations
• Texture-Modified Skincare Products

Hair Care Applications

The FLOCARE range includes polymers specifically designed for hair-care applications.

Suitable applications can include:

• Shampoos
• Conditioners
• 2-in-1 Shampoos
• Hair Masks
• Hair Creams
• Hair Treatments
• Hair Styling Products
• Hair Gels
• Hair Sprays
• Hair Colouring Products
• Leave-In Hair Products

Bath & Shower Applications

Selected FLOCARE grades can be incorporated into:

• Shower Gels
• Body Washes
• Foaming Cleansers
• Liquid Cleansers
• Bath Products
• Hand Washes
• Personal-Care Cleansing Products

Functional Benefits

1. Thickening & Rheology Control

Selected FLOCARE polymers provide efficient viscosity development and rheology modification, helping formulators create the desired consistency and flow characteristics.

2. Emulsion Stabilization

Certain grades can support emulsion stability and help maintain uniformity in creams, lotions and other emulsion-based products.

3. Texture Enhancement

FLOCARE polymers can be selected to develop different cosmetic textures ranging from light and fluid systems to richer creams and gels.

4. Hair Conditioning

Selected cationic grades can deposit on the hair surface and contribute to:

• Smoothness
• Softness
• Easier combability
• Improved manageability
• Conditioning after-feel

SNF specifically describes its cationic FLOCARE polymers as conditioning materials for shampoos, conditioners, styling products and hair masks.

5. Suspending & Stabilizing

Selected anionic FLOCARE grades can provide suspending and stabilizing functionality, helping maintain uniform distribution of ingredients in suitable cosmetic systems.

Selected FLOCARE Grade Examples

Because FLOCARE is a range, different grades should not be treated as interchangeable.

FLOCARE Grade	General Function / INCI*
FLOCARE ET 75	Rheology Modifier; Sodium Polyacrylate-based liquid dispersion
FLOCARE ET 25	Rheology Modifier; lower-concentration liquid dispersion
FLOCARE ET 76	Mineral-oil-free rheology modifier
FLOCARE ET 30	Rheology Modifier / Emulsion Stabilizer
FLOCARE PSD 30	Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer; powder rheology modifier
FLOCARE C107	Cationic conditioning polymer
FLOCARE C111 MF	Cationic/fixative polymer for hair styling and personal care

Recommended Usage

Usage level is grade-dependent.

There is no single universal dosage for “FLOCARE” because different grades have different polymer concentrations, molecular characteristics and intended functions.

The recommended dosage should therefore be selected according to:

• Specific FLOCARE grade
• INCI composition
• Polymer concentration
• Formulation type
• Desired viscosity
• Desired texture
• Surfactant system
• Oil phase
• pH
• Processing method

How to Use

Processing depends on the selected FLOCARE grade.

General Formulation Approach

1. Identify the exact FLOCARE grade and review its technical documentation.
2. Determine the required concentration based on the formulation.
3. Add the polymer according to the manufacturer’s recommended processing method.
4. Allow adequate hydration or dispersion where required.
5. Maintain appropriate mixing conditions.
6. Combine with the remaining formulation ingredients according to the selected process.
7. Adjust pH and viscosity where required.
8. Evaluate texture, stability, appearance and sensory characteristics.
9. Conduct appropriate stability and compatibility testing before commercial production.

Suitable Product Types

• Facial Creams
• Face Gels
• Gel Creams
• Serums
• Moisturizers
• Body Creams
• Body Lotions
• Sunscreen Formulations
• Shampoos
• Conditioners
• 2-in-1 Shampoos
• Hair Masks
• Hair Creams
• Hair Styling Gels
• Hair Sprays
• Body Washes
• Shower Gels
• Foaming Cleansers
• Liquid Cleansers
• Personal-Care Products

Product Information

Parameter	Details
Product Name	Flocare
Brand	FLOCARE™
Supplier	SNF
Product Type	Specialty Cosmetic Polymer Range
Main Functions	Thickening, Rheology Control, Conditioning, Stabilizing, Emulsifying*
Physical Form	Liquid, Solution or Powder*
Applications	Skin Care, Hair Care, Bath & Shower
INCI	Grade-dependent
Active Content	Grade-dependent
Recommended Usage	Grade-dependent
Processing	Cold or conventional process depending on grade
Grade	Cosmetic / Personal Care Grade

Why Choose Flocare?

FLOCARE provides formulators with a broad selection of polymer technologies for creating high-performance cosmetic textures and functional personal-care products.

Instead of using one polymer for every formulation, the FLOCARE range allows the formulator to select a grade according to the desired combination of:

• Viscosity
• Texture
• Conditioning
• Suspension
• Emulsion stability
• Hair feel
• Film formation
• Foam characteristics
• Processing requirements

Storage

Storage conditions vary according to the specific FLOCARE grade.

Generally:

• Store in accordance with the manufacturer’s TDS/SDS.
• Keep containers tightly closed.
• Protect from excessive heat and contamination.
• Protect powder grades from moisture.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to unsuitable storage conditions.
• Follow the specific manufacturer’s storage and shelf-life recommendations.