Feel Good Skin
Beyond sensory — clean and functional emollients powered by green chemistry
Introducing the latest in Feel Good ingredients for skin
The new gold standard in plant-based petrolatum alternatives
A nutrient-rich, ready to use emollient blend for modern beauty
Create high-performance skincare that feels incredible, aligns with social and sustainable values, and supports long-term skin health. Feel Good Skin is a science-forward concept powered by the next generation of polymeric emollients. Go beyond sensory, tapping into the ingredients that elevate the sensorial experience of skin care formulas and deliver functional benefits.
Trending in Skin: Clean, Conscious & Hydrating
Silicone-Free Sensory
Sustainable yet immersive, consumers seek eco-friendly formulas that do not compromise performance, delivering non-greasy finishes and unique feels.
Conscious & Clean
Beyond the INCI name, traceable and transparent sourcing offer new opportunities for differentiation and value alignment.
Skin Barrier Care
Skin health is top of mind, from rinse-off to leave-on, consumers are more conscious that ever about the effects on their skin barrier.
Citropol® for the Future of Skin Care
Citropol® is an advanced natural and growing family of ingredients that is redefining the polymeric emollient category, delivering sensory and functional benefits.
- Create a range of sensory profiles: Citropol® offers a variety of molecular weights to create a wide range of textures from light and airy to rich and nourishing
- Natural, traceable & clean: Citropol® is derived from upcycled terpenes, a side-stream of the pulp & paper industry, sourced from managed forests in the USA
- Functional benefits: Citropol® products can provide conditioning benefits rivaling or outperforming conventional ingredients, supporting skin hydration and barrier care.
Inspiring Prototypes
Explore a variety of skin and body care formulas that showcase the versatility and function of Citropol® ingredients.
Luxe & Lather Body Wash
A creamy, skin-loving body wash that creates a plush lather to gently cleanse and condition the skin..
Citropol® DE-4 delivers a silky, residue-free finish for a daily indulgence.
Featuring: Citropol® DE-4 and Citropol® F
Whipped Butter Hand & Body Cream
A fluffy, fast-absorbing moisturizer powered by nourishing plant oils and sustainable emollients to deliver deep hydration without a greasy feel. Perfect for dry hands, elbows, and beyond, leaving the skin feeling smooth and soft with a velvety finish.
Featuring: Citropol® HA, CitroButter™ S, CitroVisc® 5000
Lustre Elixir Face Oil
Delivers instant hydration and a radiant glow with a lightweight blend of rosehip, raspberry seed, jojoba, grape seed, and Vitamin E. Rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, it helps replenish and protect the skin barrier for a soft, radiant finish.
Citropol® 1A provides a smooth, fast-absorbing finish.
Featuring: Citropol® 1A
Fresh Start Water Gel Cream
A light water gel cream that delivers a long-lasting, comforting feel without the stick or slimy finish. With a texture ideal for daytime use, this gel cream can be layered under primer for a hydrating base.
Citropol® V6 provides a light sensory experience and gives the formula its slip and soft application.
Featuring: Citropol® V6
Recommended Products
Our portfolio offers application versatility. While most of our products can be used in lipcare, here are a few to start with:
Citropol® DE-4
INCI: Bis-Polycitronellyl Succinate
Citropol® DE-4 is a multifunctional, high-molecular-weight liquid polymeric emollient for rich and luxurious textures.
Uniquely designed to improve the feel of alkanes efficiently, the addition of Citropol® DE-4 elevates the sensory experience.
Citropol® V6
INCI: Bis-Polycitronellyl Succinate (and) Undecane (and) C13-14 Alkane
Citropol® V6 is an advanced volatile emollient blend that is light as water and soft as silk. Crafted to replace cyclomethicones, it balances volatility and a long-lasting conditioning feel.
Citropol® V6 is a preformulated solution that blends Citropol® DE-4 with clean and natural components. It is designed to facilitate easier formulation for various beauty applications, including skin care, hair care, color cosmetics, and more.
CitroButter™ S
INCI: Polycitronellol (and) Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax (and) Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
CitroButter™ S is a rich and versatile cosmetics butter made from 100% natural and naturally derived ingredients.
In skin and hair formulations CitroButter™ S imparts lasting moisture (powered by shea butter), a light, silky, and non-greasy afterfeel, is easily incorporated in formulation, and can enhance viscosity.
Citropol® HA
INCI: Polycitronellol Acetate
Citropol® HA is an emollient with a non-volatile, silicone-like sensory profile. Its medium viscosity and lightweight feel make Citropol® HA a viable alternative to dimethicone 100 cPs.
Citropol® HA imparts distinct lubricating properties with rich shine and feel in skin care formulations.
CitroVisc® 5000
INCI: Polycitronellol (and) Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
CitroVisc® 5000 is a medium-high molecular weight cosmetic fluid made 100% from plants that is suitable for various hair and skin types. It is spreadable, lightweight, and is a natural alternative to 5000 cPs silicones.
CitroVisc® 5000 adds slip and glide, reduces tackiness, and provides a rich, shiny finish in cosmetics applications. It is suitable for hair care and skincare formulations.
Citropol® 1A
INCI: Polycitronellol Acetate