SpecKare PO(Piroctone Olamine)Spec-Chem introduces its high purity anti-dandruff ingredient SpecKare PO: the best alternative to ZPT

摘要

SpecKare PO(piroctone olamine)is an antimicrobial and anti-acne agent from Spec-Chem,which boasts anti-dandruff properties and relieves scalp itchiness,while also complying with the latest regulations.SpecKare PO's anti-dandruff function is more effective than that of ZPT and climbazole,while remaining safe and providing no irritation to the scalp.PO has superior safety compared with ZPT,which can't be used in oral hygiene products.In leave-on products,ZPT is limited to 0.1%,while the maximum use level of PO in leave-on products is up to 0.5%(EU Cosmetic Regulation).It also offers broad spectrum antibacterial and anti-fungal efficacy,and good surfactant solubility and system thickening function.The Malassezia genus of fungi grows on the scalp,leading to the generation of dandruff.Experiments have confirmed that SpecKare PO can inhibit the growth of Malassezia thanks to its antimicrobial effect,blocking the channel of dandruff generation and inhibiting the unsightly condition.In a biostatic effect test on Malassezia,as little as 0.1% of SpecKare PO was found to exhibit an effect,while 0.3% usage delivered a very obvious anti-microbial effect against Malassezia.Application wise,SpecKare PO is ideally suited to the formulation of innovative hair care and skin care products,including anti-dandruff shampoos and/or transparent shampoos,conditioners(rinse-off and leave-on)and hair styling products(sprays,etc).