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Gelan · Thickener

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Description

Gelan

Thickener

Hydroxyethylcellulose-based thickener for gels.

TECHNICAL DATA
INCI name  Hydroxyethylcellulose, propylene glycol.
No. CAS  9004-62-0, 57-55-6
Appearance  Viscous, opalescent liquid or paste; may show sedimentation.
Color  Slightly yellow
Odor  Characteristic
Solubility  In water.
FUNCTION
Espesante
APPLICATIONS
GelsShampooLotions

Used in facial serums and deodorants, as well as in gels and lubricating gels.

DESCRIPTION

Gelan: a hydroxyethylcellulose-based thickener for gels. Used in gels, shampoo and lotions.

Slightly yellow, viscous semi-solid. Acts as a humectant, emollient and thickener.

Practical formulation guide
Usage level: 5 –20 %
How to use and incorporate: Gums and celluloses (xanthan, guar, hydroxyethylcellulose, alginate): premix with glycerin or a polyol to prevent lumps and disperse in water with stirring; let hydrate 20–60 minutes. Carbomers and acrylates: sprinkle over stirred water, hydrate and neutralize with triethanolamine or sodium hydroxide to pH 5.5–7 to form the gel.
Formulation tips:
  • Carbomers lose viscosity with electrolytes and at acidic pH; add salts, extracts and acidic actives carefully.
  • To suspend particles (exfoliants, beads), a thickener with yield value is required, such as carbomer or xanthan gum.
  • Before scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 / 25 / 45 °C/39 / 77 / 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.
Compatibility: Check compatibility with surfactants and salts.
Storage: In closed bottles at room temperature.
Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes.
Technical information for formulators: This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.
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Gelan · Thickener

Rosa 5 / 5
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Manuela 5 / 5
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