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VERSAGEL® SQ 500 T

Versagel® SQ 500 T is great additive or substitute in both oil-based formulas and emulsions. Versagel SQ is a gelled form of squalane. Squalane is naturally present in the skin lipid barrier and is an ingredient known for its exceptional skin membrane fluidizing and moisturizing properties, and its ability to penetrate the skin to deliver benefits. Like jojoba, it closely mimics the body’s natural moisturizers and is absorbed quickly and effectively, without leaving greasy reside on the skin. Squalane is a non-GMO, plant-derived ingredient and Versagel SQ is a high-quality replacement for shark and olive squalene. It is derived from plant sugar, is ECOCERT approved, and is readily biodegradable as well. Versagel SQ is a versatile ingredient which works well in skin care, sun care and baby care. In skin care, it helps to facilitate an even distribution of sunscreen active ingredients. In baby care, it softens the skin and is easily absorbed. In makeup, it facilitates the even application of products such as lipsticks, foundations and hot-poured products such as lip balms, glosses and gels. It also is a useful ingredient in hair care products, as it lends a soft after-feel.

Brand: Versagel (38 products)

INCI Name: Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Squalane

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Organic

Benefit Claims: Color Stability, Compatibility, Elegant Feel, Free Of Off-Odors, Good Oxidative Stability, Heat Stability, Improves Hydrophobic Properties, Long Lasting Fragrance Release, Moisturizing, Rapid Absorption, Soft After-Feel, Softening, Soothing, Spreadability, Stabilizing, Superior Suspension, Uniform Texture, Waterproof

Certifications & Compliance: ECOCERT, Organic Certified

Enhanced TDS

Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer,
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer,
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate,
Squalane
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Aging Agent
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Color Stability,
Compatibility,
Elegant Feel,
Free Of Off-Odors,
Good Oxidative Stability,
Heat Stability,
Improves Hydrophobic Properties,
Long Lasting Fragrance Release,
Moisturizing,
Rapid Absorption,
Soft After-Feel,
Softening,
Soothing,
Spreadability,
Stabilizing,
Superior Suspension,
Uniform Texture,
Waterproof
Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
Credo Clean Standard,
Natural,
Organic
Formulation Benefits
  • Non-polar, colorless and odorless
  • Stable to oxidation, heat, cold and UV
  • Easily incorporated into emulsions
  • Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
  • Spreads easily and is rapidly absorbed into the epidermis
  • Highly moisturizing, softens and soothes
  • Creates very elegant textures
Features and Benefits of Versagel Products

Versagel technology is used in thousands of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and personal care products around the world. Our innovative patented system for thickening and gelling hydrocarbon materials offers an infinite number of customized rheological properties.

  • Clear, colorless (does not discolor with age), hydrophobic, thermally reversible and without syneresis.
  • Creates a film barrier for added moisturization, delivers superior stabilization and suspension properties.
  • Available in multiple viscosity ranges and compatible with many common ingredients.
  • Easier and safer than gels made using metal stearates or fumed silica.
  • Provides enhanced fragrance retention and waterproofing properties.
Product Background

For more than 100 years, Penreco® has specialized in niche product blending to meet customer specific requirements. If you are interested in finding out more about the many attributes of our gelled technology, we can provide supporting clinical studies. Please contact your Penreco sales representative and our technical experts will be happy to find a solution that’s right for you. 

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Baby Care,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format
Balm,
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Masks,
Rinse Off,
Serum,
Spray,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications
CC Cream,
Contour,
Fluid Illuminators,
Foundation,
Highlighter,
Lip Balm,
Lip Gloss,
Lip Oil,
Lip Polish,
Lipstick,
Primers,
Rouge
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Styling Products,
Shampoos & Rinses
Skin Care Applications
Body Butter,
Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Facial Gel,
Facial Mask,
Moisturizers,
Skin Serums
Sun Care Applications
After Sun Products,
Self Tanning,
Sunscreen Cream,
Sunscreen Lotion
Product Applications
  • Color Cosmetics: foundation, lipstick, lip balm, lip gloss, primer, rouge/cheek balm, highlighter/contour
  • Skin Care: serums, gels, oils, lotions, creams, moisturizers, masks, butters, complexion correction
  • Sun Care: self-tanning, sunblock/sunscreen
  • Hair Care: shampoos, conditioners and styling products
  • Fragrances
  • Soap and Bath Products
  • Pharmaceuticals/Nutraceuticals
  • Healthcare
Formulating Lasting Partnerships Products Designed with Care

The Penreco product lines of Versagel®, Versastique™, petrolatums and mineral oils are used in numerous lip care applications such as lip oils, glosses, polish, liners, stains, balms, scrubs and lipstick. Each product line is available in multiple viscosity ranges and is suitable for a wide variety of personal care formulations.

For more than 100 years, Penreco has specialized in niche product blending to meet customer specific requirements. We’re proud to offer safe, stable products that provide a moisturizing agent as well as a gel structure for ease of formulation.

Lip Care
The lip’s exposed membrane structure is different from other skin. Lips do not have the many protective layers of stratum corneum that is found in other skin. Lips also do not have the protection provided by the sweat glands and oil glands. Therefore, the lips are more vulnerable to any exposure to natural elements such as wind, cold, sun, etc. Long-term negligence of the lips will result in chapping, cracking, bleeding and the appearance of premature aging. Because of the structure of their skin, lips require consistent moisturization and protection if they are subject to exposure. We take these needs into account to help us produce our Drakeol® Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, VersastiqueTM and Versagel® that are used in lip care applications.
Versagel® A Better Way to Formulate

Our gelled technology is used in thousands of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and personal care products around the world. Our process gels various substrates in such a way that it promotes superior moisture retention by creating a continuous film enabling oil to be easily spread with no pooling of the product.

  • Creates a film barrier for added moisturization, delivers superior stabilization and suspension properties.
  • Provides enhanced fragrance retention and waterproofing properties.
  • Versagel MX meets the EU Colipa Lip Care Requirements.
Versagel® & Versastique™ A BETTER WAY TO FORMULATE

Our gelled technology is used in thousands of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and personal care products around the world.
Our process gels various substrates in such a way that it promotes superior moisture retention by creating a continuous
film enabling oil to be easily spread with no pooling of the product.

  • Creates a film barrier for added moisturization, delivers superior stabilization and suspension properties.
  • Provides enhanced fragrance retention and waterproofing properties.
  • Versagel MX meets the EU Colipa Lip Care Requirements.

Properties

Physical Form
Gel
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Pointmin. 218°CASTM D92, D93
Saybolt Color28+-ASTM D156
Specific Gravity (at 25/25 °C)0.8076-ASTM D4052
Viscosity (at 25 ˚C)52000cPsASTM D2983
Polarity LOG P9.6--

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
ECOCERT,
Organic Certified

Technical Details & Test Data

Anti-Aging Clinical Study to Compare the Effect of Versagel Squalane to Squalane and a Placebo

% Wrinkle Reduction from Baseline After 4 Weeks

VERSAGEL® SQ 500 T - Anti-Aging Clinical Study To Compare The Effect of Versagel Squalane To Squalane And A Placebo

Reduction of Periocular Wrinkles

Subjects showed an average of 25% reduction in total area of periocular wrinkles after 4 weeks. Test results showed VG-SQ is 127% more effective than SQ.

% People Improved from Baseline After 4 Weeks

VERSAGEL® SQ 500 T - Anti-Aging Clinical Study To Compare The Effect of Versagel Squalane To Squalane And A Placebo - 1

Improvement of Overall Appearance

92% of subjects showed an improvement of visual smoothness and texture after 4 weeks. Test results showed VG-SQ is 119% more effective than SQ.

Hydrocarbons, Esters and Natural Hydrocarbons

Versagel products are used in a wide variety of formulations. Product properties such as texture and phase stability depend on several factors like the Versagel used, it’s viscosity, other formulation ingredients, relative amounts of all ingredients, order of addition, and other formulation variables. The calculated Log P (Mol Inspiration) can be used to compare the relative polarity of each Versagel. We hope that formulators find these Log P values helpful when deciding which Versagel to incorporate into their formulations. In general, the non-polar Versagel products have higher Log P values and should mix well with non-polar formulation bases. Surfactants and emulsifiers enable mixing of polar and non-polar substances so they can have a significant impact on formula stability when utilized.