Texique Lux5: The Natural Alternative to Silicones in Personal Care Products
13/05/25
The personal care industry is in the middle of a clean beauty revolution. It is no news that consumers are more ingredient conscious than ever before, seeking products that are as effective as they are environmentally friendly is becoming the norm. In a report by the American Chemical Society (published May 2024) the market for natural ingredients is projected to expand from USD $642 million in 2022 to USD $1,095 million by 2030. This trend reflects a significant change in consumer behaviour, with over 40% shoppers prioritising natural components in their beauty and personal care products.
Who responds to this growing demand? Formulators.
They are increasingly looking for high performance, sustainable alternatives to traditional synthetic ingredients. Enter Texique Lux5 – a 100% naturally derived emollient that offers a powerful, eco-friendly alternative to silicones in haircare, skincare and personal care market overall.
(Figure 1. Increase in the number of publications between 2013 to 2023 for journals and patents related to natural cosmetics. Source: American Chemical Society)
What is Texique Lux5?
Originating from sustainable plant-based sources – it is a naturally derived, silicone-free emollient designed for wide range of personal care applications, providing many of the sensory properties of low viscosity silicones. In natural formulations it can help reduce the greasiness of natural oils and provides anti-frizz benefits in hair care. As a non-volatile emollient it is easily absorbed and less likely to clog pores. Texique Lux5 helps create elegant and light textures with a non-tacky, non-greasy silky finish. Its composition is rooted in green chemistry principles, making it an ideal candidate for natural and vegan personal care formulations. From a consumer perspective, it ticks all the right boxes: non-greasy, fast-absorbing, and derived from 100% natural origins.
Performance Comparison to Silicones
Historically, silicones like amodimethicone have been go to ingredients in personal care formulations due to their excellent conditioning, detangling and sensory enhancing properties. However, Texique Lux5 rivals these benefits with its lightweight, silicone-like sensory feel and high-performance attributes.
In haircare applications, Texique Lux5 demonstrated a greater than 70% reduction in combing forces on wet hair and over 50% reduction for dry hair. This was measured and recorded through our dry and wet comb testing to work out the force required to comb through our hair tress – see our Technical Data Sheet and further tests here. Our naturally derived emollient showed outstanding detangling performance without the buildup associated with some silicones. When compared directly with amodimethicone, Texique Lux5 delivers comparable or superior results in smoothing and manageability while aligning with consumer demand for natural, biodegradable ingredients. In skincare, it enhances spread ability and provides a soft after-feel, ideal for formulations requiring lightweight emollience and a non-clogging touch.
- Over 70% reduction in combing forces on wet hair
- Over 50% reduction in combing forces on dry hair
When highlighting these figures in direct competition with traditional silicones, offering similar detangling and smoothness benefits while maintaining a lighter feel and improved natural profile. In skincare, Texique Lux5 delivers immediate spread ability, moisture retention and non-occlusive after-feel… completely mimicking the smooth application consumers expect from silicone-based formulations. With such versatility, Texique Lux5 is reshaping what formulators can expect from a natural emollient.
Versatile Applications
Texique Lux5’s adaptability makes it ideal for a wide range of personal care applications:
- Haircare: Detangling sprays, leave-in conditioners, hair milks, and nourishing masks.
- Skincare: Lightweight lotions, serums, hydrating emulsions, and body oils.
- Cleansing products: Gentle makeup removers and silicone-free cleansing oils.
Its fast-absorbing texture and smooth finish appeal to both consumers seeking a luxurious sensory experience and formulators needing a flexible emollient that works across multiple product formats. Its performance in both oil and water-based systems adds further versatility alongside being ideal for natural and vegan formulations.
Why Choose Natural Alternatives Like Texique Lux5?
The personal care market is undergoing a colossal shift towards clean, green, and conscious beauty. This shift is being driven by:
- Rising consumer awareness around synthetic ingredients and their potential long-term effects
- Regulatory pressure in several markets to reduce or eliminate silicones due to concerns over persistence in the environment
- Brand values aligning with sustainability, transparency, and ethical sourcing
- Soaring demand for sustainable and silicone-free solutions that do not compromise on product performance
Choosing Texique Lux5 helps formulators meet all these expectations while preserving product efficacy. It allows brands to deliver high-performance products without compromising on environmental integrity or consumer trust.
Formulation Inspiration
Texique Lux5 is ideal for use in creative, clean-label product development. Here are just a few concept ideas:
- Silicone-free milky toner: gentle, creamy and hydrating facial toner blended with vitamins and natural cold pressed oils.
- Nourishing hair oil: leave-in hair product for silky smooth and shiny effect. Spreads quickly without any greasy residue
For more inspiration and sample formulations, explore the Texique Brochure.
Why Choose Scott Bader Personal Care?
With over a century of expertise, we bring science-backed, conscious innovation and ethical responsibility to the personal care industry. Our legacy is built on:
- Sustainable chemistry and formulation science
- A wide portfolio of nature-derived, high-performance ingredients
- A strong commitment to ethical business practices and environmental stewardship
We support brands and formulators throughout the development process from ideas to production and to help bring silicone-free, sustainable products to market with confidence.
Key Benefits Recap
- 100% naturally derived and silicone-free
- Outstanding sensory and detangling performance
- Biodegradable and sustainably sourced
- Easy to use in diverse formulation types
- Perfect for clean beauty and vegan claims
Verdict?
If you’ve made it to the end of this blog, you know what the landscape of today’s personal care industry looks like, but there’s no longer a need to compromise between performance and sustainability. Texique Lux5 proves that naturally derived alternatives can meet and exceed the benchmarks set by traditional silicones.
When you’re formulating your next range of multi-functional products, remember, Texique Lux5 offers the performance, versatility and integrity to bring your vision to life.
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