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Versagel® MG 500 T

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Versagel® MG 500 T are based on hydrogenated C6 – C14 alkenes combined with our patented gelling technology. Versagel MG offers an alternative to silicones for formulating products when a silky, elegant after-feel is desired. Versagel MG gels are compatible with most ingredients, with most non-ionic surfactants, and other synthetic and natural emollients. A unique property ofVersagel® product lines is their suspension capability for fine particles. Versagel MG can be utilized as suspension vehicles for fine particles or encapsulated liquids such as Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxide, Talc, Decorative Glitters and Vitamins E and C.

INCI Name: Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Functions: Gel Former, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Consistent Suspension, Easy To Use, Film Stability, Fragrance Enhancement, Good Gelling Properties, Light Feel, Moisturizing, Non-Greasy Feel, Silky Feel, Skin Conditioning, Soft After-Feel, Stabilizing, Waterproof

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • Clear, colorless (does not discolor with age), hydrophobic, thermally reversible and without syneresis.
  • Creates a film barrier for added moisturization, delivers superior stabilization and suspension properties.
  • Available in multiple viscosity ranges and compatible with many common ingredients.
  • Easier and safer than gels made using metal stearates or fumed silica.
  • Provides enhanced fragrance retention and waterproofing properties.

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Color Cosmetics: lipstick, lip gloss, lip balm, lip oil, mascara, eyeshadow, powder/blush/bronzer, foundation, concealer
  • Skin Care: gels, oils, creams/lotions, cleansers, masks/peels
Recommendations
  • In general, the recommended heating/incorporation temperature of almost all the Versagel product lines are 75° - 95 °C. This recommendation is based on the higher flash points of the substrate or base material being used.
  • The recommended heating/incorporation temperature for these products is 115° - 125 °C
  • The recommended heating/incorporation temperature for these products is 80° - 95 °C.

Cleaning Equipment Recommendations

  • Allow the vessel to drain while warm
  • Mineral Oil may be heated and added to the vessel to wash out the remaining product.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (25°C)50,000 - 75,000D2983
Specific Gravity (25°C)0.8204D4052
Saybolt Color30.0D156
Flash Pointmin. 175°CASTM D92
Polarity (Log P)6.2

Technical Details & Test Data

Test Data

Versagel® MG 500 T - Test Data

A moisturization clinical study measuring transepidermal water loss (TEWL) showed that the gelled hydrogenated poly (C6-14 olefin) (Versagel MG 750) outperformed the neat hydrogenated poly (C6-14 olefin) throughout the test period. The test demonstrates that Versagel MG 750 exhibits better occlusivity and barrier function improvement on skin than the same substrate ungelled.