KONJAC MANNAN 1.0 SP (liquid) 30 g

What is konjac mannane and its use in cosmetics

Konjac mannane is a polysaccharide in powder form, which is obtained from the tubers of the Amorphophallus Konjac plant. This cosmetic gel-forming agent is capable of thickening the water phase, i.e. turning it into a gel, and at the same time it actively moisturises the skin, tones and tightens it, enriches the skin with valuable fatty acids. Konjac mannan is a plant polysaccharide, an environmentally friendly product with exceptional film-forming and moisture retention properties. KONJAC MANNAN 1.0 SP is an already prepared powder solution in gel form.

Component characteristics and usage

INCI: Aqua, Glucomannane of Amorphophallus Konjac Root powder Preservatives: Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben.

Other names of the component: Konjac gum, Konja

c mannane gel powder, Glucomannan

Dosage: up to 20%

• 1-5% indelible skin care products
• 1-3% detergents, including shower gels
• 10-20% hydrogels, ampoule cosmetics.

Solubility: in water

Usage: it is an already prepared gel form of konjac mannan dry powder at a concentration of 1%. It should be introduced into the aqueous phase of the cosmetic product at temperatures up to 90°C. It is stable in the pH range from 2.0 to 7.0.

Storage: in a dark, dry place in a tightly closed container at temperatures up to +25°C.

Origin of the component and method of production

Konjac Mannan is a polysaccharide obtained from the tubers of Amorphophallus Konjac. This plant belongs to the Araceae family, which grows in Southeast Africa and Asia. In China, this plant is known as "Ju Ruo" and in Japan it is known as "Konyaku".

In China, Konjac has been known for over 2,000 years as a medicinal plant and vegetable. In Japan, it has been considered a foodstuff for over 1500 years. Nowadays cultivation and processing of Konjac is carried out with the use of modern technologies and it is used in many spheres of life: in food industry, in medicine, chemistry and naturally in cosmetology.

Konjac Mannan plant powder is a pure natural water-soluble thickener produced from plants. During the production process, the tubers are crushed and filtered of mechanical impurities. The powder is then washed, precipitated again with alcohol and by extraction the result is a ready-to-use Konjac Mannan powder that can be combined with other hydrocolloid thickeners such as starches, xanthan gum and carrageenan.

Properties of using konjac mannan in skin and hair recipes

KONJAC MANNAN 1.0 SP is a clear gel that gives a very soft and pleasant feeling on the skin. It has such excellent moisturising properties that its action is often compared to hyaluronic acid. Konjac Mannan forms a matrix on the surface of the skin to further retain moisture and improve skin regeneration processes. You can use it to prepare an inexpensive moisturising serum and apply it under your daily cream. In this case, you will be able to increase the overall level of skin hydration and get a softening effect, because konjac mannan creates a thin film that has an occlusive effect, retains moisture in the skin and enriches it with valuable fatty acids and lipids.

Konjac Mannan naturally stimulates the skin's collagen and elastin production, resulting in a firming and toning effect and a velvety feel to the skin. Konjac Mannan improves intercellular metabolism in tissues, which contributes to faster recovery of muscle tissue and promotes faster epithelialisation and restoration of skin structure.

Main cosmetic properties

• moisture-retaining,
• film-forming,
• moisturising,
• smoothing skin microrelief,
• vitaminising,
• tightening.

Where it is recommended to add Konjac mannane anti-aging cosmetics;

moisturising lotions and serums;

scrubs; shaving and aftershave products;

as a thickening and moisturising component in shower gels;

sun protection cosmetics.

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