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Versagel® MX 500 T

Versagel® MX 500 T are based on gelling USP grade white mineral oil in such a way as it promotes superior moisture retention by creating a continuous film enabling oil to be easily spread with no pooling of the product. It also provides a low moisture system for protection of water-sensitive additive packages/ingredients. In liquid systems fine particles don’t easily remain in suspension; they tend to settle at the bottom and agglomerate. As shown below in the suspension stability testing, Versagel provides excellent suspension properties because the polymers provide sufficient yield stress to prevent aggregation and settling.

Brand: Penreco Versagel (9 products)

INCI Name: Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer

Functions: Gel Former, Moisturizing Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Consistent Suspension, Easy To Use, Film Stability, Fragrance Enhancement, Frizz Control, Moisturizing, Stabilizing, Waterproof

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Carrier
Mineral Oil,
Oil-based
INCI Name
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer,
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Gel Former,
Moisturizing Agent,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Compatibility,
Consistent Suspension,
Easy To Use,
Film Stability,
Fragrance Enhancement,
Frizz Control,
Moisturizing,
Stabilizing,
Waterproof
Labeling Claims
Credo Clean Standard
Features
  • 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.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Baby Care,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Fragrances & Perfumes,
Hair Care,
Other Beauty & Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Masks,
Ointments,
Rinse Off,
Serum,
Spray
AP/Deo Applications
Deodorants
Baby Care Applications
Baby Oil
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash
Color Cosmetic Applications
Color Corrector
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Creams,
Hair Oil,
Hair Serums,
Hair Styling Products,
Hair Treatment & Repair,
Pomade,
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Hand Cleansers
Skin Care Applications
After Shaves,
Body Butter,
Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Facial Mask,
Insect Repellent Cream,
Insect Repellent Spray,
Make Up Remover,
Massage Products,
Moisturizers,
Skin Cleanser,
Skin Serums,
Tanning Products
Sun Care Applications
After Sun Products,
Sun Tan Oil,
Sunscreen Cream
Treatment Product Applications
Ointments,
Pain Relief Products,
Wound Treatment
Applications
  • Color Cosmetics
  • Fragrances
  • Hair Products
  • Soap and Bath Products
  • Skin Care
  • Sun Care
  • Pharmaceuticals/Nutraceuticals
  • Healthcare
Recommendations
  • In general, the recommended heating/incorporation temperature of almost all the Versagel product lines are 75° - 95 °C. This recommendation is based on the higher flash points of the substrate or base material being used.
  • The recommended heating/incorporation temperature for these products is 115° - 125 °C
  • The recommended heating/incorporation temperature for these products is 80° - 95 °C.

Cleaning Equipment Recommendations

  • Allow the vessel to drain while warm
  • Mineral Oil may be heated and added to the vessel to wash out the remaining product.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (25°C)47,000 - 57,000-D2983
Specific Gravity (25°C)0.8445-D4052
Saybolt Color30.0-D156
Flash Pointmin. 175°CASTM D92
Polarity (Log P)10.0--

Technical Details & Test Data

Test Data

These are available with Tinogard®, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate and will be indicated by a T in the name. Tinogard® is a registered trademark of Ciba Specialty Chemical Corporation.

Versagel® MX 500 T - Test Data

The TEWL test shows gelled mineral oil improves moisturization by 53% more than mineral oil alone. Using a gelled product in your formulation can significantly improve its moisturization benefits.

Versagel® MX 500 T - Test Data - 1

No change in suspension capabilities under test conditions. Gelled mineral oil maintains suspension of active ingredients at a very high load.