GOHSENOL™ EG-C
The GOHSENOL™ EG-C series is a highly purified polyvinyl alcohol as a cosmetic ingredient that has a purification process. It meets the Japanese Standards of Quasi-drug Ingredients (JSQI), a Japanese official compendium for use as a cosmetic raw material.
Chemical Structure
Degree of polymerization: m+n
Degree of hydrolysis: {m/(m+n)} × 100 (mol %)
Product Lineup
| Grade | Degree of Hydrolysis [mol %] | Viscosity*1 [mm²/s] | Main Applications |
| EG-05C | 86.5-89.0 | 4.3-6.3 （Labeled value: 5.3） | Emulsifier (for skin milk, etc.) Dispersant (for sunscreens, etc.) |
| EG-40C | 34.4-51.6 （Labeled value: 43.0） | Film-forming agent for peel-off packs Thickener (for lotions, creams, etc.) |
*1) 4% aqueous solution at 20°C
Examples of Use
GOHSENOL EG is a water-soluble synthetic polymer.
It also has surface activity, making it suitable for use as a dispersant.
When the aqueous solution is dried, it forms a tough film.
[Application Examples]
・Peel-off packs
・Mascara
・Mascara top coat base
・Creams
・Emulsions
・Serums
・Sunscreens
