Personal Care & Cosmetics

In the Personal Care & Cosmetics unit, Target offers safe, innovative and sensorially appealing ingredients for skin care, hair care, oral care and colour cosmetics. Working with DSM‑Firmenich, Nouryon, BYK, Synthomer, EOC Surfactants, Kalsec, Fragrance Oils and Aromsa, we address trends in clean beauty, vegan formulations and sustainable sourcing.

Skin & Hair Conditioning Systems

Conditioners & emollients – Cationic and amphiphilic conditioners including Exoquat CB, Exodime CPO and Exopacif®; polymeric stylants such as Amaze® XT, UCARE™ JR‑400 and ArmoCare® VGH‑70; silicone emulsion Xiameter MEM‑2664 and elastomer blend DOWSIL 9041 for silky feel.

Advanced Fragrance & Sensory Experience

Fragrances & flavourings – Tailored fragrances and flavourings (mint, citrus, coffee) from Fragrance Oils and Aromsa to enhance sensory appeal.

Sensory & Rheology Modifiers

Rheology & sensory modifiers – Hybrid rheology modifiers like Structure XL and ACULYN SilTouch, high‑performance organoclay systems (Claytone), and rheology modifiers Rheobyk 7590 PC and Rheobyk 440. Carrageenan‑based Gelyblue provides natural thickening and shimmering effects.

Active Ingredients & Derma-Cosmetics

Active ingredients & vitamins – Skin‑energising Revitalin® CB and moisture‑locking Pentavitin®; botanical extracts from the AlpaFlor® range (e.g. ALP‑SEBUM®, Artemisia); hydrolysed collagen peptides and peptides from Gelnex; vitamin complexes (e.g. Quali‑V® for vitamins A, E); and antioxidants such as tocopherol and rosemary extract. Colourants & effect pigments – Natural colours such as beet, black carrot and blue spirulina; pearlescent pigments (Mirage® Dazzling, SynCrystal® Garnet); and multi‑functional solvents like Citrofol® AII (triethyl citrate).

Clean Beauty & Natural Ingredients

Surfactants & solubilisers – Mild, sulfate‑free surfactants (e.g. EcoSense® 3000) and amphoacetates; solubilisers and foam boosters for shampoos, shower gels and facial cleansers.