Using Laureth-23 and Reshape Gel Together

You are planning to use Laureth-23 as an emulsifier and Reshape Gel as a thickener in a formulation containing both water and oil phases.

• Laureth-23 is a solid emulsifier that needs to be heated in the oil phase to 60-70°C to melt and incorporate properly before mixing with the water phase.
• Reshape Gel is a gel-forming agent for the water phase. It should be added to the water phase at a temperature around 40°C (not exceeding 50°C). Crucially, Reshape Gel is damaged by prolonged heat above 50°C.

Due to the significant difference in required processing temperatures (Laureth-23 needs 60-70°C, while Reshape Gel is damaged above 50°C), these two ingredients are not compatible for use together in a standard hot process emulsification where both phases are heated and combined. Using Laureth-23 as directed would expose Reshape Gel to temperatures that would damage its gel-forming properties.

Therefore, you should choose an emulsifier that is compatible with the temperature requirements of Reshape Gel, or choose a different thickener if you wish to use Laureth-23.