“Bounce-back“ matte gel
Kaolin-based formulation
consumer benefits
High mattifying effect, light texture, smooth finish
applications
Skin care – facial cream gel
Description
ImerCare® Matte is a white kaolin. This natural mineral provides opacity and a highly mattifying effect even with oily skins.
Supplier
Imerys
Typical Formulation ingredients
| Phase | INCI Name | Ingredients | Function | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Aqua | - | Solvent | QSP 100 |
| Chlorphenesin | Elestab CPN (BASF) | Preservative | 0.2 | |
| B | Sodium Acrylates Copolymer (and) Lecithin | Lecigel (Lucas Meyer) | Gelling Agent | 1.8 |
| C | Phytic Acid (and) Aqua | Dermofeel PA (Dr Straetmans GmbH) | Chelating Agent | 0.1 |
| Coco Caprylate/Caprate | DUB 810 C (Stearinerie Dubois) | Emollient | 3.0 | |
| Glycerin | - | Humectant | 1.0 | |
| Tocopherol | Covi-Ox T90 EU C (BASF) | Antioxidant | 0.1 | |
| D | Glyceryl Caprylate | Dermosoft GMCY (Evonik Dr.Straetmans) | Humectant (and) Preservative | 0.5 |
| E | Kaolin | ImerCare® Matte (Imerys) | Mattifying Agent | 5.0 |
Procedure
- Weigh phase A ingredients and heat Elastab CPN until it melts.
- Sprinkle phase B into phase A and stir until a consistent gel is obtained.
- Add phase C ingredients one after another.
- Heat phase D gently until it melts before adding it to the mixture.
- Finally, add ImerCare® Matte.