Thickener Sodium alginate 30 g

Cosmetic sodium alginate as a natural thickener

Sodium alginate is a natural rheology modifier that improves the sensory characteristics of cosmetics. The product is made on the basis of algae, enhances pleasant sensory sensations. It creates a feeling of intense hydration on the skin, after which the skin looks smoother, more radiant and soft, like a baby's. When added to hair cosmetics, sodium alginate makes hair manageable and flexible, improves its elasticity.

Characteristics of the component and specifics of use

INCI: Algin

СAS: 9005-38-3

pH of 1% solution at 20 °C: 6.0 - 8.0

Viscosity of a 1% solution at 20 °C: 1015 mPa.s

Dosage: 0.2 - 1% in cosmetics and up to 5% in alginate masks.

Features of use: add to water and stir until a homogeneous gel is formed. Adding sodium alginate powder to warm water accelerates the gelation process. To obtain high-viscosity gels, it is recommended to combine with Rheocare XGN xanthan gum. Preliminary dispersion of sodium alginate in glycerin or glycols accelerates the formation of a homogeneous gel.

Storage: in a dry, dark place in a tightly closed container at temperatures below 30 °C. Keep out of direct sunlight.

Use of sodium alginate in cosmetics

Sodium alginate has stabilising and moisturising properties. Dissolution in water in certain concentrations leads to the formation of a gel, which helps to make the skin softer, smoother, saturated with moisture. It is used in the manufacture of cosmetics, providing a soft and silky feel when used. Provides gentle care for hair, preserving its elasticity while making it pliable and manageable (in styling products).
 

For what purpose sodium alginate is added to cosmetics

• In creams, shampoos and other cosmetics as a thickener and stabiliser of the water phase.
• As a moisturising additive in creams and lotions
• As a thickening agent in toothpastes 
• As a film former in cold curling products
• As a basic or additional gel-forming agent for the creation of serums
• As a base for creating alginate masks (requires the addition of calcium sulphate), an example of preparation see here.
   

In what recipes it is recommended to use alginate powder

• Face and body care
• Hair care
• Body cleansers (shower gels, cleansing foams, etc.).
• Oral care products
• Decorative cosmetics
• Production of alginate masks.
   

Advantages of Hydagen cosmetic sodium alginate

• Plant origin
• Suitable for cold process
• Contains no preservatives.

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