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Bring vintage beauty to life with sustainable formulations
Drive sales with nostalgic personal care formulations reimagined through sustainable innovation.
Does your consumer channel the retro-inspired beauty of decades past?
Forever Impressions by Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions celebrates beauty that’s personal, expressive, and unforgettable. We empower brands to create standout formulations for skin, hair, and cosmetics, designed for consumers who value individuality, self-expression, and sustainability.
Our sustainable and timeless beauty formulations are at the heart of Forever Impressions, blending classic aesthetics with modern, eco-conscious innovation to help your brand stand out. Our formulation experts and application development specialists craft unique beauty solutions designed to celebrate individuality and empower free thinkers on their beauty journey. Whether you’re launching a new line or refreshing a classic, you can rely on us to deliver vintage-inspired, sustainable beauty formulations that leave a lasting impression.
Nostalgic beauty trends and innovations


Just Marvelous - Glitter Lash Topper
Most consumers can agree that lashes are an often-overlooked spot for glamour. However, the creation of this cream-based conditioning wand with glitter enhancement can fill the void for glamourous eyelash cosmetics. It can be used alone or to top off a favorite mascara with single or multiple layers. Pro Tip: This conditioning wand can also be used on eyebrows.
Just Marvelous - Glitter Lash Topper
Most consumers can agree that lashes are an often-overlooked spot for glamour. However, the creation of this cream-based conditioning wand with glitter enhancement can fill the void for glamourous eyelash cosmetics. It can be used alone or to top off a favorite mascara with single or multiple layers. Pro Tip: This conditioning wand can also be used on eyebrows.
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Designed to meet the complex challenge of stability in suncare, skincare, and cosmetic formulas, this oil-in-water emulsifier utilizes microdomain technology to stabilize the most versatile combinations of personal care ingredients. It is not limited by emulsions with high pigment loads or high oil, ethanol, and electrolyte contents.
DOW
CELLOSIZE™ Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP-30000-H Europe, PCG
As a premier rheology modifier for medium-viscosity hair and skin care applications, CELLOSIZE™ enhances the sensory experience and improves both the thickening and stability of emulsions. It is nonionic, bio-based, and biodegradable, with proven performance in delighting customers for more than 30 years.
PCCA
NATAPRES® GS
A combination of grapeseed extract and lactobacillus ferment releases anti-microbial peptides to create naturally preserved, skin-friendly cosmetic formulations.
NuCera
PERFORMA V® 825 Polymer
A polyalphaolefin polymer that acts as a film former provides a glossy finish and even binds oils when used in stick formulas.
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Quali® B - DL-Panthenol 50L
Also known as vitamin B5, this product is valued in hair and skin care for its moisturizing properties. In haircare applications, it is known for its humectant properties and its ability to improve hair's resistance to mechanical stress. In skin care applications, it has anti-inflammatory effects and soothes irritated and sensitive skin.
Jungbunzlauer
Xanthan Gum FNCS-PC
A xanthan gum solution exhibits both high low-shear viscosity and shear thinning behavior. This allows it to be easily pumped or sprayed while maintaining the high stability of emulsions, suspensions, and foams.
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Get Red-y Statement Gloss
Retro beauty consumers are all searching for that definitive statement staple. Sheer moisture and a rich non-sticky gel texture that feels as good as it looks. The shade that matches all skin tones, and is also vegan. This formula delivers plumping hydration and nourishment for smoother, more supple lips with fewer fine lines.
Get Red-y Statement Gloss
Retro beauty consumers are all searching for that definitive statement staple. Sheer moisture and a rich non-sticky gel texture that feels as good as it looks. The shade that matches all skin tones, and is also vegan. This formula delivers plumping hydration and nourishment for smoother, more supple lips with fewer fine lines.
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Life's GLA™ '10' n-6 Oil
Prepared by extracting oil from the seeds of the evening primrose, it is naturally rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, with a high content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, 9%). It helps to rejuvenate and smooth the skin's overall appearance.
NuCera Solutions
PERFORMALENE™ 700 EP COPOLYMER
A propylene-branched polymer that provides soft and flexible gels, it is compatible with silicone, non-polar, and polar oils and excels when creating various textures.
Ellamera
PER-SUST™ 504
A multi-functional polymeric rheology modifier that is soluble in medium-to-high polarity liquid carriers and oils such as esters and natural oils. The product can enable clear, thickened oils or thixotropic, water-repellent gels with film-forming properties.
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Quali® E - DL-α-Tocopheryl Acetate
Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant and free-radical scavenger. It enhances moisturization and strengthens the skin barrier. By downregulating mediators of oxidative processes, it helps counteract the appearance of inflammation.
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Coming Clean Body Buffer
For many consumers, retro beauty is all about feeling confident in their own skin. This multi-faceted body scrub buffs away dead skin, leaving nothing behind but smooth, silky, baby-soft skin. Our formulators have added the best particle-size scrubbers for optimal results. The fragrance will also delight your brand's nostalgic beauty customers.
Coming Clean Body Buffer
For many consumers, retro beauty is all about feeling confident in their own skin. This multi-faceted body scrub buffs away dead skin, leaving nothing behind but smooth, silky, baby-soft skin. Our formulators have added the best particle-size scrubbers for optimal results. The fragrance will also delight your brand's nostalgic beauty customers.
Stepan
BIO-TERGE® AS-40
A sulfate-free, anionic surfactant with excellent viscosity, foaming, and mildness, it is ideal for personal care applications.
Verdant
Mackam® CBS-50G E
A suitable 1:1 replacement for Cocamide DEA (on an active basis), this readily biodegradable sultaine is derived from coconut oil and has a similar yet broader salt-thickening tolerance. It is also cold-processable and California Prop 65-approved, making it the most ideal choice for CDEA replacement.
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Quali® B - Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Also known as vitamin B6, it appears to reduce sebum levels and limit the area of oily spots on the skin. In haircare applications, vitamin B6 may stimulate the healthy-looking appearance of hair and contribute to the efficacy of anti-dandruff products. The vitamin itself is a practically odorless, white, or almost white, crystalline powder.
INOLEX
Spectrastat™ PHL
A broad-spectrum preservation system that is water-soluble and works in a wide pH range, it is ideal for sensitive skin and especially useful in high-water-content and cold-process formulations.
Grace
SYLOID® EXF 500 Silica
A very high-purity, narrow-pore, granular form of amorphous synthetic silica that acts as a physical exfoliating agent.
Advancion
TRIS AMINO™ ULTRA PC
A globally approved high-purity buffer, solubilizer, and neutralizer. It has superior color stability, a lower equivalent weight, and a higher pKa value when compared to triethanolamine (TEA). It is soluble in water and alcohol, low in toxicity, and more efficient than TEA for developing a high alkaline pH and for neutralizing acid-functional ingredients.
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UCARE™ Extreme Polymer
A biodegradable, cationic cellulosic polymer, naturally sourced from non-GMO wood pulp, it helps deliver superior conditioning to shampoos, leave-on products, conditioners, and body washes. It easily disperses in water, builds viscosity, and can be used in clear formulas.
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Pearls of Wisdom DIY Conditioner
Climate-positive beauty is the new norm, and solid formats allow for so much personalization while saving water. This DIY solid conditioner is waterless and can be customized to meet your customers' hair needs. Simply add hot water to the beads and mix. Choose your booster, mix it in, and massage it onto wet hair, then sit back, relax, and unlock the magic of nostalgia beauty by using modern formulation.
Pearls of Wisdom DIY Conditioner
Climate-positive beauty is the new norm, and solid formats allow for so much personalization while saving water. This DIY solid conditioner is waterless and can be customized to meet your customers' hair needs. Simply add hot water to the beads and mix. Choose your booster, mix it in, and massage it onto wet hair, then sit back, relax, and unlock the magic of nostalgia beauty by using modern formulation.
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Quali® B - Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Also known as vitamin B6, it may stimulate the healthy-looking appearance of hair and contribute to the efficacy of anti-dandruff products. In skin care applications, vitamin B6 appears to reduce sebum levels and limit the area of oily spots. The vitamin itself is a practically odorless, white, or almost white, crystalline powder.
INOLEX
Spectrastat™ G2 Natural MB
A 100% natural, optimized preservative blend with broad-spectrum efficacy. It is low odor, mild, and works in a broad pH range.
INOLEX
ProCondition™ 22
A non-quat conditioning agent that has excellent combing performance, no buildup, and a superior sustainability profile (83% biobased content). Its cationic charge can be tailored by adjusting the formulation's pH, and it can act as the primary emulsifier to build high-viscosity formulations.
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AminoSensyl™ HC
This cutting-edge amino lipid technology is a natural and sustainable solution for high-performance hair care. It creates rich textures and provides deep moisturization, allowing weightless conditioning that smooths, defines, and strengthens hair. This 100% natural, quat-free hair conditioner is derived from the essential amino acid valine and Brassica napus seed oil.
Stepan
Stepan® SSL-CG
The sodium salt of the reaction of stearic acid and lactic acid, this biodegradable product is a moisturizer, emulsifier, skin-feel enhancer, and viscosity builder.
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Strokes of Velvet BB Crayon
This light coverage stick can be applied across the user's face for a no-makeup look with a dewy finish. The texture is rich and melts into the skin, spreading easily. This multi-functional crayon has additional hybrid skincare qualities, formulated with soothing, nourishing ingredients and pigments that smooth out the complexion for a seamless blend.
Strokes of Velvet BB Crayon
This light coverage stick can be applied across the user's face for a no-makeup look with a dewy finish. The texture is rich and melts into the skin, spreading easily. This multi-functional crayon has additional hybrid skincare qualities, formulated with soothing, nourishing ingredients and pigments that smooth out the complexion for a seamless blend.
Dow
DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin
A liquid phenyl silicone resin that offers shine and radiance contributes to color value and enables good coverage as well as moderate wear in personal care applications. This high refractive index product has multifunctional benefits, making it ideal for use in a variety of personal care applications.
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PARSOL® ZX
A non-quat conditioning agent that has excellent combing performance, no build-up, and a superior sustainability profile (83% bio-based content). Its cationic charge can be tailored by adjusting the formulation's pH, and it can act as the primary emulsifier to build high-viscosity formulations.
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SustOleo™ TL
A 100% natural, optimized preservative blend with broad-spectrum efficacy. It is low odor, mild, and works in a broad pH range.
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VALVANCE® Touch 210
The sodium salt of the reaction of stearic acid and lactic acid, this biodegradable product is a moisturizer, emulsifier, skin-feel enhancer, and viscosity builder.
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Frill Seeker Cryo Gel Cream
Vintage beauty consumers can treat themselves with this cooling gel-cream that instantly revives the user after a workout or a draining week! Frill Seeker Cryo Gel Cream moisturizes dry skin with a light, non-sticky formula that glides on easily and quickly absorbs. It contains natural cooling agents to give it a fresh effect. Pro Tip: It can be massaged in with an ice cube to optimize the experience.
Frill Seeker Cryo Gel Cream
Vintage beauty consumers can treat themselves with this cooling gel-cream that instantly revives the user after a workout or a draining week! Frill Seeker Cryo Gel Cream moisturizes dry skin with a light, non-sticky formula that glides on easily and quickly absorbs. It contains natural cooling agents to give it a fresh effect. Pro Tip: It can be massaged in with an ice cube to optimize the experience.
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ACULYN™ Siltouch Rheology Modifier
A liquid phenyl silicone resin that offers shine and radiance, contributes to color value, and enables good coverage as well as moderate wear in personal care applications. This high refractive index product has multifunctional benefits, making it ideal for use in a variety of personal care applications.
Advancion
AMP-ULTRA™ PC-2000
A multifunctional additive for personal care applications, it is used as a neutralizer, stabilizer, and pigment dispersion aid. It provides rapid, effective, and efficient neutralization without yellowing.
Dow
DOWSIL™ EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend
A non-quat conditioning agent that has excellent combing performance, no build up and a superior sustainability profile (83% biobased content). Its cationic charge can be tailored by adjusting the formulation's pH, and it can act as the primary emulsifier to build high-viscosity formulations.
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LexFeel™ N350 MB
A 100% natural and sustainable emollient that has high immediate slipperiness and dries without stickiness and minimal residue. Moreover, it can improve skin feel in creams and lotions and reduce the greasy texture of natural oils. In hair care products, it enhances shine and texture of the hair while reducing frizz and wet combing force.
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Quali® B - DL-Panthenol 75L
A 100% natural, optimized preservative blend with broad-spectrum efficacy. It is low odor, mild, and works in a broad pH range.
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Spectrastat™ MHG Natural MB
A 100% natural, broad-spectrum, alternative preservation system that works in a wide pH range of 4-8. In emulsions, it has additional benefits of odor control and anti-soaping effects.
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First Responder Hair Mask
For consumers on the go with little time but still want to flaunt their vintage beauty hairstyling, this deep repair and restoration hair mask is the right solution for damaged tresses. The First Responder Hair Mask is a full recovery hair solution. When applied once a week, this deep conditioning and strengthening hair mask treatment creates transformative looks to help get rid of split ends and promote healthy hair.
First Responder Hair Mask
For consumers on the go with little time but still want to flaunt their vintage beauty hairstyling, this deep repair and restoration hair mask is the right solution for damaged tresses. The First Responder Hair Mask is a full recovery hair solution. When applied once a week, this deep conditioning and strengthening hair mask treatment creates transformative looks to help get rid of split ends and promote healthy hair.
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AminoSensyl™ HC
A cutting-edge amino lipid technology that is a natural and sustainable solution for high-performance hair care. It creates rich textures and provides deep moisturization allowing weightless conditioning that smooths, defines, and strengthens hair. This 100% natural, quat-free hair conditioner is derived from the essential amino acid valine and Brassica napus seed oil.
INOLEX
LexFeel™ N350 MB
A multifunctional additive for personal care applications, it is used as a neutralizer, stabilizer, and pigment dispersion aid. It provides rapid, effective, and efficient neutralization without yellowing.
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LexFeel™ WOW-A
A plant-based emollient that is fast-spreading and partially volatile, LexFeel™ WOW-A works well as a pigment-wetting agent and has both anti-whitening properties and an exceptional after-feel.
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PHYTANTRIOL
A unique and time-tested active for haircare applications in particular, it augments the deposition of panthenol, ethyl-panthenol, and keratin amino acids. After single and cumulative applications, it provides benefits for both normal and damaged hair. It significantly improves water retention, strengthens damaged hair, and prevents color wash-out.
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Quali® B - DL-Panthenol 75L
A 100% natural, optimized preservative blend with broad-spectrum efficacy. It is low odor, mild, and works in a broad pH range.
INOLEX
Spectrastat™ G2 Natural MB
A 100% natural, broad-spectrum, alternative preservation system that works in a wide pH range of 4-8. In emulsions, it has additional benefits of odor control and anti-soaping effects.
Dow
UCARE™ Extreme Polymer
A versatile, bio-derived, and biodegradable cationic cellulosic polymer, it helps deliver superior conditioning in haircare products and matches the performance of some silicones. Specifically designed for conditioners, leave-on products, and shampoos, it enhances combability, reduces breakage, and restores hydrophobicity to the hair.
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Smooth Operator Beard Oil
Vintage beauty formulators know that one of the most prominent styling details is a finely crafted beard. Beard oil users can tame their hair and beard with our Smooth Operator hair and beard oil. This new formulation is gentle on the skin yet delivers the conditioning and definition for a polished finished look. Smoother Operator Beard Oil also features natural oils to condition and soften the hair to give it a luxurious feel.
Smooth Operator Beard Oil
Vintage beauty formulators know that one of the most prominent styling details is a finely crafted beard. Beard oil users can tame their hair and beard with our Smooth Operator hair and beard oil. This new formulation is gentle on the skin yet delivers the conditioning and definition for a polished finished look. Smoother Operator Beard Oil also features natural oils to condition and soften the hair to give it a luxurious feel.
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LexFeel™ WOW-A
A multifunctional additive for personal care applications, it is used as a neutralizer, stabilizer, and pigment dispersion aid. It provides rapid, effective, and efficient neutralization without yellowing.
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Versagel® SF
A gelled product based on isoparaffin, combined with patented block copolymer technology, provides a smooth feel and versatility across multiple cosmetic and personal care applications. The clear gel creates a film barrier for added moisturization and delivers superior stabilization and suspension properties. Studies on the SF technology have shown that it can improve key properties such as slip, shine, and smoothness.
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Timeless Tonic Foaming Face Serum
Tame your hair and beard with our Smooth Operator hair and beard oil. This new formjulation is gentle on your skin, yet delivers the conditioning and definition you need to look your best. It also features natural oils to condition and soften the hair to give a luxurious feel you didn't even know you needed.
Timeless Tonic Foaming Face Serum
Serums are great, but they can often be difficult to apply. Although these beauty staples are tried and true, we've found an easier way to apply them while conserving product and ensuring you hit your target areas. Our Timeless Tonic starts as a thin liquid and effortlessly creates a light cloud like foam that is easy to apply. The cloud-like quickly dissipates once applied, leaving all the great actives exactly where you want them.
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EcoSense™ 919
A cutting-edge amino lipid technology, that is a natural and sustainable solution for high-performance hair care. It creates rich textures and provides deep moisturization allowing weightless conditioning that smooths, defines, and strengthens hair. This 100% natural, quat-free hair conditioner is derived from the essential amino acid valine and Brassica napus seed oil.
Verdant
Mackam® BAB
A mild amphoteric surfactant, it is derived from babassu oil, grown organically in the Amazon basin of Brazil. It is stable over a wide pH range and it is compatible with anionic, nonionic and cationic surfactants. Mackam BAB is a good foamer and it both increases and stabilizes the foam generated by anionic surfactants.
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PhytoTrace™ Rice
A soothing, de-toxifying and anti-inflammatory extract, it is derived from the dried seeds of rice, grown in the natural park, Camargue, of the Provence region of France.
Corbion
PURASAL® Moist XS
A unique and time-tested active for haircare applications in particular, it augments deposition of panthenol, ethyl-panthenol and keratin amino acids. It provides benefits for both normal and damaged hair after single and cumulative applications, and it significantly improves water-retention, strengthens damaged hair and prevents color wash-out.
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Quali® B - Niacinamide PC
A 100% natural, optimized preservative blend with broad-spectrum efficacy. It is low odor, mild, and works in a broad pH range.
INOLEX
Spectrastat™ PHL
A broad-spectrum preservation system that works in a large pH range and is water soluble. It is ideal for sensitive skin and especially useful in high water-content and cold process formulations.
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Timeless Tonic Foaming Face Serum
The ultimate frizz fighter - this shine enhancing smoothing serum is the power shot your dry hair needs. It helps detangle, smooth dry ends and frizz and does not weigh down the hair! Add it to damp hair just after the shower along the length of the hair and the ends. It also moisturizes and protects from heat and color damage so you can style as usual, guilt free.
Shine Shot Hair Glow Potion
The ultimate frizz fighter - this shine enhancing smoothing serum is the power shot your dry hair needs. It helps detangle, smooth dry ends and frizz and does not weigh down the hair! Add it to damp hair just after the shower along the length of the hair and the ends. It also moisturizes and protects from heat and color damage so you can style as usual, guilt free.
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DOWSIL™ PMX-1507 Fluid
A cutting-edge amino lipid technology, that is a natural and sustainable solution for high-performance hair care. It creates rich textures and provides deep moisturization allowing weightless conditioning that smooths, defines, and strengthens hair. This 100% natural, quat-free hair conditioner is derived from the essential amino acid valine and Brassica napus seed oil.
Dow
HydroxySHIELD™ Polymer
An innovative hydroxyamino functionalized silicone that delivers superior conditioning to the surface of damaged hair, it restores hair’s hydrophobic state, reduces hair breakage and provides ease of styling benefits.
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XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 100,000 cSt
This 100% active polydimethylsiloxane polymer provides a smooth and lubricious feel to the hair, enables a glossy and soft finish, and ensures both easy combing and detangling of wet and dry hair.
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