Formulating cosmetic preparations often means combining materials that are not very compatible while creating a strong sensorial identity. A solution would be an emulsifier that could not only help solve a wide range of formulating problems but also confer a soft, velvety feel. 

Answering formulators’ needs for a highperformance emulsifier, IOTA has also developed IOTA9103, an original combination of nonionic products, offering emulsifying power and a heightened sensorial experience. It is an O/W emulsifier certified RSPO Mass Balance and offers a distinctive sensory profile, bringing extreme softness and velvet touch during and after application. 

IOTA 9103, is a unique silicone elastomer system containing an advanced shea butter interspersed within the elastomer network. Shea butter, a skin super emollient, is wellknown for its moisturizing, calming and skin smoothing properties. With shea butter interspersed within an elastomer network Gransil SBG11 offers unique sensory and performance properties compared to standard silicone elastomer materials. It imparts a soft and emollient-creamy skinfeel upon application while delivering a lasting barrier function. Most importantly the ingredient mitigates the potential for comedogenicity as compared to harder butters which can clog skin pores. A multifunctional ingredient for body butters, creams, lotions, makeups, and anhydrous formulations, IOTA 9103 provides a rich skin-feel in combination with extended playtime during application. The optimized skin-temperature melting action of this shea butter blend offers skin softening and results in the most caring and luxurious formulations.