PLUGIN GS HAIR
Shields hair strands against ambient humidity
PLUGIN GS is a biomimetic association of lipids that simulates the composition of the oil produced by the sebaceous glands, restoring the lipid balance of dry, fragile, and/or damaged hair.
PLUGIN GS shields hair against environmental humidity, softens it, increases shine, and helps prevent split ends.
1 Split ends prevention
Tests have shown that PLUGIN GS is 2.4 times better at preventing split ends than a placebo formula.
2 Shielding against ambient humidity
PLUGIN GS protects hair from environmental humidity. A benefit demonstrated through a test using contact angle analysis technology. In the test, PLUGIN GS outperforms argan oil by preventing the rapid absorption of water droplets, indicating more hydrophobic hair and lipid replacement. Watch the video.
How it works
Hair Lubrication
Sebum is a lipid mixture secreted by the sebaceous glands. It comprises ceramides, triglycerides, waxes, squalene, and free fatty acids that waterproof and lubricate the hair strands, preventing them from becoming dry or brittle. Sebum has natural antimicrobial properties that protect the scalp against infections caused by bacteria and fungi. These properties help maintain a healthy environment for hair growth.
The sebum lubricates the hair, giving it a soft and flexible texture that helps prevent friction between the strands, reducing breakage and the appearance of split ends.
Usage levels
| PRODUCT | % |
| Conditioner | 2 to 5 |
| Mask | 2 to 5 |
| Leave on | 2 to 5 |
| Hair oil | 10 |
PLUGIN GS
A natural substitute for silicone
Silicones are very versatile materials and that’s why they are widely used in cosmetics formulas. In emulsions, silicones improve spreadability, act to reduce white film formation and provide a dry and smooth sensory feel to the skin. As they are synthetic materials, some silicones can have a significant impact on the environment, and face increasing restrictions on their use. Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane, best known as D5, is one of the most used silicones in cosmetics, but as it is considered a very persistent and very bioaccumulative substance, it has faced increasing restrictions on its use. PLUGIN GS is a combination of special fractions of sunflower, chia and jojoba oil with a biomimetic composition similar to human skin sebum and is a natural substitute for D5 Silicone in skincare formulas.
Comparison of Usage Restrictions
Environmental Impacts Restrictions
The Commission Regulation EU 2018/35 of 10 January 2018
Cyclopentasiloxane D5
Concentration of D4 and D5 in wash-off cosmetics restricted to 0.1% after 31 January 2020. All intentional use of D4 and D5 will cease since those substances must be present in wash-off cosmetic products in a much higher concentration to perform their intended function.
PLUGIN GS
No restrictions.
Human Toxicity Restrictions
CIR REPORT PANEL, 2015
Cyclopentasiloxane D5
May contain traces of Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) D5 purity must be above 95%. It is not safe to be used in Hair styling products and sunscreens, in the form of aerosol and pump spray.
PLUGIN GS
No restrictions.
"PLUGIN GS and D5 SILICONE have very similar attributes."
Sensorial Test
A sensory evaluation comparing 14 attributes perceived in emulsions formulated with Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) and PLUGIN GS was performed and the study concluded that both products have very similar attributes. PLUGIN GS is an excellent natural substitute for D5 Silicone.
Sensorial Test Panel
Sensoriality Comparison
Usage Levels
SALVIA HISPANICA
Chia has high levels of alpha-linolenic (Omega-3) and alpha-linolenic (Omega-6), together known as Vitamin F. It is also rich in riboflavin, niacin and thiamine.
SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS
The grease composition of Jojoba oil contains gondoic acid (C20 Omega 9), erucic acid (C22 Omega 9), oleic acid and nervonic acid (C24 Omega 9).
HELIANTHUS ANNUS
The grease composition of Sunflower seed oil contains significative levels of linoleic acid (Omega 6 C18), oleic acid (Omega 9 C18), palmitic acid and stearic acid.