Berg + Schmidt Care Ingredients continues to expand its portfolio, applying its expertise in skin care to the hair care segment. With a focus on functional restoration rather than superficial repair promises, the Hamburg-based specialist in cosmetic raw materials will support brands in the future with its expertise to develop innovative solutions that meet consumer expectations and set new standards in hair care. With the three new, scientifically grounded products BergaCare Re-Lite, BergaCare C-Shine, and BergaCare Ceramide NG, Berg + Schmidt takes a holistic approach to hair care from root to tip, offering the right care for every hair type.

Personalized Hair Care Instead of One-Size-Fits-All Solutions

Effective hair care begins with an understanding of the complex structure of each individual strand of hair. The appearance and health of hair are determined not only by individual hair structures but also by external factors such as UV radiation and environmental pollution. Standardized hair care products quickly reach their limits in this regard. With its new, nature-inspired hair care segment, Berg + Schmidt develops personalized solutions specifically tailored to the varying care needs along the hair shaft, helping to reduce hair damage – from root to tip.

BergaCare Re-Lite: For protection and care

BergaCare Re-Lite offers a new approach to lightweight hair repair products. The innovative care complex does not contain silicones or polyquats yet still meets all the requirements of a highly effective, lightweight hair care formula. The synergistic blend strengthens, nourishes, and protects the hair from within. Hair care products containing BergaCare Re-Lite deliver measurably better performance. The products rinse out more easily, make hair softer, and naturally smooth the hair without weighing it down. Consumers with various hair types benefit from noticeably better manageability, less frizz, and more suppleness, as well as an improved foam-boosting effect.

BergaCare Re-Lite is already used in the following formulations:

1. Clarity Cleanse Shampoo: Ideal for fine hair, this shampoo combines deep cleansing with protection. BergaCare Re-Lite reduces frizz, improves combability, and creates a finer, softer foam.
2. Pearl Kirei Shampoo: A hair care product that leaves hair looking smooth and shiny. BergaCare CG 50 provides extra mildness. BergaCare Pearl 2 createsa microplastic-free shimmer effect in the formulation, while BergaCare Re-Lite delivers synergistic conditioning and BergaCare C-Shine 6000 boosts brilliance for a refined, polished finish.

BergaCare C-Shine: For Shine and Smoothness

As a film-forming ingredient with a high refractive index, BergaCare C-Shine gives hair a natural-looking, multidimensional shine without creating an artificial “plastic-like gloss.” By forming an orderly film on the cuticle, incident light is better reflected, thereby optimizing shine and smoothness.

Berg + Schmidt offers BergaCare C-Shine in different viscosity levels for various hair types.

BergaCare C-Shine Sun 700, 6000, and 13000 is a natural, sunflower-based film-forming agent that provides balanced care, lightness, and improved manageability for thin to thick hair.

BergaCare C-Shine 4D is available in two grades for lower or higher substance strength and envelops the hair with shine, softness, and smooth control.

BergaCare C-Shine is already used in the following formulations:

1. Curly Embrace Definition Conditioner: A rich conditioning formula that combines BergaCare Re-Lite with BergaCare C-Shine 4D low to better define and condition curls and wavy hair.
2. Liquid Silk Reflection Mask: This easy-to-spray hair mask nourishes the hair with BergaCare FG S12, while BergaCare C-Shine Sun 13000 provides an instant, radiant shine and a well-groomed, healthy appearance.
3. Basic Conditioner: A minimalist conditioner formula consisting of 99% ingredients of natural origin. BergaCare C-Shine Sun 700 is formulated at 2% to provide lightweight everyday shine.

BergaCare Ceramide NG: Supporting the natural barrier function

The right lipid composition is crucial for the natural structure of healthy hair and a balanced scalp – ceramides, which consumers have primarily associated with skincare until now, also play an important role. Berg + Schmidt takes a holistic approach to hair care and applies proven skincare principles to both the hair shaft and the scalp. This achieves a comparable level of efficacy and protection to that already known from high-quality facial care.

Premium hair care products containing the hair-like ceramide BergaCare Ceramide NG strengthen the natural cell membrane complex CMC, which surrounds and connects the cuticle and cortex cells. This provides comprehensive care for both the hair and the scalp: the hair becomes smoother and more resilient, while the scalp’s natural barrier function is strengthened. This is particularly beneficial for consumers with sensitive scalps prone to dryness and irritation. The use of BergaCare Ceramide NG protects and strengthens the scalp.

BergaCare Ceramide NG is already used in the following formulations:

1. Scalp & Barrier Harmony Serum: A serum that strengthens the scalp’s barrier function while supporting the cell membrane complex of the cuticle. Fast-absorbing emollients such as BergaCare EM-LC, BergaCare EM-14, and jojoba oil provide smooth, effortless spreadability and gentle nourishment.
2. Deep Restore Ceramide Mask: This mask provides premium, deeply nourishing care for the cuticle and scalp. The product offers increased resistance against external stressors and enhanced softness, strength, and smoothness. Ceramide NG and hydrogenated lecithin work together to protect the hair fiber and improve the barrier integrity.

Berg + Schmidt Solutions GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Hamburg, has stood for expertise, innovative strength and sustainable partnerships for 70 years. As part of the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe, a globally active family business with over 1,900 employees, Berg + Schmidt Solutions focuses on two central areas:

• Performance Chemicals: full-service provider for basic and specialty chemicals with products such as fatty acid esters, fatty alcohols and fatty acids - predominantly based on renewable, environmentally friendly raw materials. Its customers include leading companies in the chemicals, lubricants, paints and coatings industries worldwide.
• Care Ingredients: supplier of plant-based, multifunctional cosmetic raw materials with in-house formulation expertise. Customer-specific solutions for modern, sustainable cosmetics are developed in the in-house laboratory.

With locations in Germany, the USA, Singapore, India, Dubai, Thailand and Malaysia, Berg + Schmidt has an international presence and is one of the established suppliers in its market segments.

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