Thickener Solagum AX 30 g

Solagum AX is a natural polymer for the creation of gels with unique sensory characteristics

Solagum AX from the French company Seppic is the result of an innovative manufacturing process that combines two natural gums: xanthan gum and acacia gum. This unique combination, obtained by coating acacia gum on a xanthan gum molecule, offers an excellent balance between the effectiveness of the thickener and its sensory characteristics.

Component characterisation and usage details

INCI: Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum

Documents: CoA, SDS, TDS

Certification: Ecocert, Cosmos, NaTrue.

Natural origin content (NOC) = 100% according to ISO 16128. Suitable for halal, kosher and vegan formulations. Easily degradable by microorganisms (OECD 301A). Solagum AX is made from acacia gum obtained as part of Seppic's corporate social responsibility programme.

Dosage: 0.3 - 3%

Solubility: in water

Speciality of use: compatible with anionic, amofluorochemical and non-ionic surfactants, but not compatible with cationic surfactants. Solagum AX is compatible with electrolytes, but they reduce the thickening effect of the gelator. To prepare gels with more electrolytes, it is necessary to increase the concentration of Solagum AX and introduce the electrolyte solution at the last stage of preparation. 

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

Applications of Solagum AX in cosmetics

Solagum AX is a 100% natural thickening and stabilising polymer that is easily dispersed in water (or oil) and provides a unique sensorial effect without pulling or sticky effects, as well as instant freshness. The coating of xanthan gum with acacia gum particles produces clear and dense gels, a preparation process that will save you from long stirring times and lumps of undissolved powder.

Viscosity curve depending on dosage: added % and viscosity (MPa)

As you can see from the graph, Solagum AX is effective in producing gels with an average viscosity of up to 10,000 mPas, which is achieved with 3% thickener. Pure xanthan gum shows a higher thickening effect, but is not able to provide the same sensory characteristics as Solagum AX.

Solagum AX is suitable for all types of cosmetic formulations, including cosmetics for the most sensitive areas (intimate hygiene, oral care).

Solagum AX acts as a thickener and stabiliser for emulsions. Adding 1% to formulations with emulsifiers (see example of combination with Montanov 68) allows to obtain rich, dense and stable textures even at a concentration of 15% of water-soluble pigments.

At the same time, Solagum AX is often used in personal care formulations both as a mono-thickener and in combination with other polymers. Its wide working pH range allows it to be included in both acidic intimate hygiene gel formulations and shower gels with higher acidity levels. In the picture you can see a sample shower gel recipe, in which a combination of Solagum AX with 1% Hydroxyethylcellulose was used to create a dense gel texture that leaves behind a light protective film.
 

Characteristics of the natural thickener

• Multifunctional polymer: thickener, emulsifier and stabiliser.
• Ready to use, does not require neutralisation: easily dissolved in hot or cold water (or oil), faster, pure xanthan gum
• Stability over a wide pH range from 3 to 12
• Excellent resistance to electrolytes (salts)
• Formation of translucent aqueous gels
• Creates fluid to medium viscosity gels textures
• Compatible with solvents, surfactants, AHAs, H2O2, mineral filters, hydrophilic pigments, etc.
• Good in vitro tolerance (sensitive / intimate areas).
   

Why cosmetic manufacturers choose Solagum AX 

• Provides a moisturising effect and an exceptionally pleasant application sensation
• Creates gentle and non-sticky textures
• Suitable for a wide range of cosmetics
• Feels fresher than pure xanthan gum.
   

In which formulations Solagum AX gel-former is used 

• all body and facial cosmetics
• sunscreens
• hair products (including styling products)
• decorative cosmetics
• hygiene products (shampoo, shower gel, facial cleanser, intimate hygiene, etc.).

Handmade cosmetics recipes, formulas and reviews

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