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Amber serum bottle with dropper

Multi-purpose Solvent 1 (MPS-1)

A versatile, one-stop replacement for silicones: a solvent for sensory enhancement and emollience.

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MPS-1 is a blend of molecules developed to work as a versatile solvent for sensory enhancement and emollience.

  • Solubiliser and film-former
  • Does not leave residue on skin
  • Supports texture and viscosity of cosmetic emulsions
  • Vegan-suitable and paraben free
  • Moisturisation and hydration effect (proven in vivo)
  • A valuable ingredient for bar soaps
  • Reduces the whitening effect of creams and lotions
  • Leaves a light, dry, non-oily, smooth and silky skin feeling, and reduces the tackiness of formulations
  • Low viscosity, low oiliness and easily absorbing

  • Skin care: creams, lotions and serums, for an enhanced silken feel, better moisturising ability and sheen on the skin
  • Hair care: hair serums, conditioners, hair masks and intensive hair treatments, improving manageability and reducing frizz and fly-away

Typical use level: 2% to 40%

SolubilityLipid systems
INCIPolyisobutylene (and) Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Ethylhexyl Palmitate