Formulation Advice for Facial Gel with Pro Polymer

Here is the information regarding your questions about formulating a facial gel with Pro Polymer:

1. Adding Fragrance Oils (Japanese Cherry Blossom, Cucumber Melon)

While it might be possible to add fragrance oils directly to a gel containing Pro Polymer, the standard and recommended method to ensure the fragrance is properly dispersed and stable in a water-based gel is to use a solubilizer like Flora Solve™ Clear. Adding fragrance directly without a solubilizer can lead to the fragrance not fully integrating, potentially affecting the clarity and stability of the gel, and as noted in the previous reply, the scent may not last as long.

To properly incorporate the fragrance using Flora Solve™ Clear, first mix the fragrance oil with Flora Solve™ Clear at a ratio of typically 2-5 parts Flora Solve™ Clear to 1 part fragrance oil. Stir or blend this mixture well until clear, then add it to your gel base and stir until fully combined.

2. Achieving a Liquid Gel Texture with Pro Polymer

Yes, using Pro Polymer™ at a concentration of 0.3-0.4% should result in a very liquid gel texture, as you desire. The typical recommended usage rate for Pro Polymer™ to achieve a general gel texture is around 0.8%. Using a concentration below this recommended level will indeed yield a less viscous, more fluid consistency, confirming the suggestion in the previous reply. You can experiment within the 0.3-0.4% range to find the exact level that gives you the desired fluidity for your specific formulation.