Clear gel with Polyaquol 2W is a basic formulation that lets you create various levels of viscosity and density of your cosmetic product. Polyaquol 2W can be used in various formulations, including products whose preparation is more demanding. It is universally applicable and with its help you can prepare any consistency from a light liquid to a creamy texture.
About this formula
This is a basic formulation for gel production with the emulsifier Polyaquol 2W — it contains only three ingredients: the aqueous phase, Polyaquol 2W itself and a preservative. The result is a clear gel with a viscosity of 5,000 – 11,000 cps, which can become the base for various cosmetic products, or you can use it just as it is.
Main benefits
- Any density you like
Thanks to Polyaquol 2W you can prepare any consistency from a light liquid to a creamy texture.
- Universally applicable
Polyaquol 2W can be used in various formulations, including products whose preparation is more demanding.
- Simple formulation
The basic gel is made up of just three ingredients — water, emulsifier and preservative.
- A base for further products
A gel like this can become the base for skin care products, anti-wrinkle emulsions or BB and CC creams.
- Room for enrichment
Add essential oils, vitamins or CO2 extracts to the basic gel to give it nutritional value as well.
Product properties
Key raw materials in the formula
The basic gel formulation gets by with three ingredients. Below we go through the role each of them plays.
Polyaquol 2W
The emulsifier that gives the whole formulation its character: thanks to it you can create various levels of viscosity and density of the product — from a light liquid to a creamy consistency. It can be used in various formulations, including products whose preparation is more demanding. In this formula it makes up 5% of the mixture and is dispersed into the hot aqueous phase.
Water
The aqueous phase makes up the rest of the formula — it is topped up to 100%. Prepare it first and heat it to 75 – 80 °C, and only then disperse the emulsifier into it.
Preservative
The preservative is added as phase B, only once the temperature of the mixture drops below 40 °C. Its proportion in the formula is depending on the selection — follow the dosage of the particular preservative you use.
Formula
A basic formulation for gel production. The content of the raw materials is given in per cent; the aqueous phase is topped up to 100%, and the preservative dosage depends on which one you choose.
| Phase / raw material | Content in % |
|---|---|
| Phase A | |
| Water | up to 100% |
| Polyaquol 2W | 5% |
| Phase B | |
| Preservative | % depending on the selection |
Procedure
- Prepare the aqueous phase Phase A75 – 80 °C
Prepare the aqueous phase and heat it to a temperature of 75 – 80 °C.
- Disperse the emulsifier Phase A
Disperse the emulsifier in the mixture.
- Homogenise
Homogenise the mixture for a few minutes.
- Cool it down
Then cool the mixture with occasional stirring.
- Add the preservative Phase Bbelow 40 °C
When the temperature drops below 40 °C, add the preservative.
In this way you will create a gel with a viscosity of 5,000 – 11,000 cps.
Use
Such a gel can become the base for various cosmetic products. Thanks to Polyaquol 2W you can create:
- skin care products,
- anti-wrinkle, anti-ageing emulsions,
- BB and CC creams,
- sunscreens,
- baby care products,
- make-up products.
However, it can also be used in this basic form, or you can add various essential oils, vitamins or CO2 extracts, which will also give the gel nutritional value.
Also watch the video, where you can very nicely see what a beautiful creamy consistency Polyaquol 2W can achieve.
Frequently asked questions about the formula
Practical questions about the basic gel with Polyaquol 2W — dosage, temperatures, preservation and uses.
What viscosity does the finished gel have?
Following this procedure you will create a gel with a viscosity of 5,000 – 11,000 cps. Thanks to Polyaquol 2W, however, you can create various levels of viscosity and density — from a light liquid to a creamy consistency.
How much Polyaquol 2W should you put in the formula?
In the basic formulation Polyaquol 2W makes up 5% of the mixture, the aqueous phase is topped up to 100% and the preservative is dosed depending on the selection.
What temperature should the aqueous phase be heated to?
Heat the aqueous phase to 75 – 80 °C, then disperse the emulsifier in it and homogenise for a few minutes.
When should the preservative be added?
Cool the mixture with occasional stirring and add the preservative only once the temperature drops below 40 °C.
What can be made from the gel?
The gel can be the base for skin care products, anti-wrinkle and anti-ageing emulsions, BB and CC creams, sunscreens, baby care products and make-up products. It can also be used in this basic form — with the addition of essential oils, vitamins or CO2 extracts, which give it nutritional value.
You will find emulsifiers, preservatives and other ingredients for making gels and emulsions in the Handymade raw materials range.
