AP/Deo (Antiperspirants & Deodorants)

Stay Fresh with Evonik’s High-Performance Ingredients for Odor Protection, Anti-Perspirants and Deodorants

Today’s consumers expect more from their deodorants: reliable odor protection, gentle care, and carefully selected ingredients. Evonik helps brands deliver on these expectations with advanced AP/DEO solutions that combine proven efficacy, sensory appeal, and clean-label credentials – across all formats from sprays to sticks.

Evonik’s portfolio goes beyond odor masking. We offer multifunctional ingredients including natural antimicrobials, enzyme inhibitors, sensory enhancers, and rheology modifiers – designed to support aluminum-free, microbiome-friendly, and whole-body deodorant concepts.

Why Choose Evonik for AP/DEO Formulations?

Proven Efficacy: Clinically supported odor control and skin compatibility across diverse formats.
Ingredient Selection: Selected products are COSMOS-approved or certified, meet defined ISO 16128 natural-origin criteria, and are suitable for vegan formulations.
Tailored Solutions: Designed for roll-ons, sticks, sprays, powders, and whole-body deodorants.
Global Expertise: Backed by Evonik’s deep formulation know-how and technical support.

Highlight Solutions by Application

Odor Control & Antimicrobial Actives

Zinc ricinoleate-based odor absorbers for hydro-alcoholic and selected formulations positioned according to defined natural-origin criteria.
Antimicrobial ingredients and enzyme inhibitors designed to support extended odor-control performance.
Mild preservatives with deodorizing properties.
Nature-identical fragrance and antimicrobial booster.

Sensory & Skin Care Enhancers

Emollients for smooth application and skin comfort.
Skin-friendly emulsifiers for sensitive areas.
Conditioning agents for enhanced sensory experience.

Rheology & Stability Modifiers

Emulsifiers with defined natural-origin content for stable, low-whitening formulations.
Structuring agents for sticks and creams.
Propellants for aerosol deodorants with optimized spray performance.

Your Evonik Advantage

Multifunctional Performance: Combine odor control, skin care, and formulation stability in one system.
Claim-focused formulation support: Select ingredients for aluminum-free concepts and formulations with defined natural-origin or microbiome-related positioning, subject to product-specific evidence and final-formulation assessment.
Flexible Formats: Compatible with sticks, roll-ons, sprays, powders, and lotions.
Formulation Support: Work with Evonik experts to create high-performing, consumer-loved products.

Ready to Bring Elegance to Odor Protection?

Discover how Evonik’s AP/DEO ingredients can help you formulate with finesse, stand out in the market, and meet evolving consumer demands.

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Hightlight Brands

AEROSIL®

AEROSIL® fumed silica is a versatile rheology modifier, anti‑caking agent, and free‑flow enhancer produced via flame hydrolysis. Available in hydrophilic and hydrophobic grades, it stabilizes fluids, prevents settling, and improves powder flow - supporting applications from adhesives, sealants, and cosmetics to food, pharma, and advanced technologies like EV batteries.

ZEOFREE®

ZEOFREE® precipitated calcium silicate offers a unique absorption capacity and serves as highly effective carrier, processing aid and anti-caking agent, especially in food and feed production.

ISOLAN®

ISOLAN® emulsifiers enable elegant, stable water-in-oil emulsions with rich sensory appeal. Based on renewable sources, they support cold processing, high compatibility with actives, and versatile textures—from light fluids to rich butters. Ideal for natural, high-performance skin and sun care.

dermosoft®

dermosoft® multifunctionals offer natural antimicrobial protection and intelligent odor control. From Polyglyceryl-3 Caprylate to Sodium Anisate, they target odor-causing bacteria, support microbiome balance, and enhance formulation stability. COSMOS-approved, vegan, and biodegradable, they suit clean, safe personal care.

TEGODEO®

TEGODEO® odor absorbers offer natural, microbiome-friendly deodorization without blocking perspiration. Based on zinc ricinoleate, they capture malodor effectively across body areas. Suitable for creams, sprays, and powders, TEGODEO® supports aluminum-free, sustainable deodorant formulations.

TEGO® Natural

TEGO® Natural ingredients are plant-derived actives designed for high-performance, sustainable skincare. With options like Madecassoside and other botanicals, they support soothing, anti-aging, and barrier-strengthening benefits. Ideal for clean beauty, they meet COSMOS standards and consumer demand for natural efficacy.

TEGO® Care

TEGO® Care emulsifiers are PEG-free and based on renewable sources. They enable stable, low-viscosity oil-in-water emulsions for skin and sun care. Ideal for challenging ingredients, they support moisturization, barrier function, and sustainable formulation processes.

TEGOSOFT®

TEGOSOFT® emollients are high-purity, renewable-based ingredients offering light, non-oily skin feel and excellent spreadability. Produced via eco-efficient enzymatic processes, they support sustainable, certified formulations across skin, sun, and hair care applications.

VERSTATIL®

VERSTATIL® preservative blends offer broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection for modern formulations. Free from parabens, formaldehyde-releasers, and halogenated compounds, they combine efficacy with skin-friendly performance. Ideal for natural, water-based, and surfactant systems, VERSTATIL® supports safe, sustainable, and globally approved cosmetic preservation.