The Application of Carbohydrate Derivatives to Personal Care Products

Abstract

The application of carbohydrates as surfactants and conditioning reagents to cosmetics, toiletries, and related fields is reviewed.
Surfactant properties of carbohydrate derivatives are discussed especially in relation between molecular structure and HLB value.
Bio-origin surfactants, such as those from sophoroplipids available from T. bombicola fermentation, are being developed and its situation is explained.
Recent progress in hair conditioning and skin moisturization is discussed.