Description
BTMS-50 Conditioning Emulsifier, also known as Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a commonly used vegetable derived emulsifier.in hair care products it is often referred to as a "detangler." BTMS-50 is also used to emulsify silicone, adding to its range in hair care products. BTMS 50 is in the category of the quaternary ammonium conditioners and the raw material is derived from the natural plant oil Colza, or what is commonly known as Rapeseed Oi
Scientific Name (INCI)
Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetyl Alcohol (and) Butylene Glycol
Appearance
White pallets
Texture
Smooth Liquid
Fragrance
This product has a distinct odor that can be a surprise if you've never smelled it before. I've found that the odor isn't noticeable in finished products when used at 15% or less.
Uses
It can be used in hair conditioners, skin care products like creams and lotions and scrubs
Charge
Cationic
pH
5-7
Solubility
Oil Soluble
How to Use it ?
The recommended usage rate is 1 – 12% .A more realistic guideline is usage around 5 to 7% in typical products like hair conditioner. Since this product contains a high percentage of the active conditioning agents it also often incorporated in to leave-on conditioning treatments as well as traditional rinse off hair care.
Should you get it ?
Only if you want to experiment Hair products. but remember it is a bit expensive.
Recommended Starter Amount
I will recommend to start with 50g you will get it for ₹400
Shelf Life
Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, It should last more then 3 years.
Refined/Unrefined
it comes only in a refined form.
Alternatives and substitution
Behentrimonium Chloride (BTMC) can be a good alternative; pure BTMC does not contain any stabilizing ingredients so if a recipe calls for 5% BTMS-50 I would recommend using 2.5% each BTMC and cetearyl alcohol. The maxiumum recommended usage rate for BTMC is 3%.
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