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Gel Forming
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Cosmetics Grade / 99%
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Chemical Grade / 95%
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CARBOXYMETHYL CHITIN
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Sodium carbomer
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More Information
Gel-forming agents are commonly used ingredients in cosmetics, imparting a gel-like texture to products. The principle behind gel-forming agents involves the formation of a three-dimensional network structure to trap water or other solvents, thereby giving products their gel-like consistency. This network structure is formed through interactions between molecules of the gel-forming agent, typically including chemical bonds, electrostatic forces, hydrogen bonds, or van der Waals forces.
When the gel-forming agent is mixed with a solvent, its molecules intertwine to create a mesh-like structure within the solvent, akin to a spider's web. This network effectively traps the solvent within it, resulting in a stable gel state. This gel state provides the product with a certain viscosity and flowability while preventing it from flowing or separating.
Common ingredients of gel-forming agents:
•Polymers
•Cellulose derivatives
•Silicones