Gel Base Melting with Sodium Lactate Plus and Electrolyte-Tolerant Gel Makers
Asked by: ssper1997
On: October 29, 2018
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
My gel base melted after adding Sodium Lactate Plus. Why did this happen, and what electrolyte-tolerant gel makers can I use instead to prevent the gel from liquefying?
Answer
The reason your gel base melted after adding Sodium Lactate Plus is because Sodium Lactate Plus is an electrolyte. Many gel bases are not tolerant to electrolytes, which can disrupt the gel structure and cause it to liquefy.
To prevent this, you should use a gel maker that is tolerant to high concentrations of electrolytes. Based on the replies, suitable options include:
- Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker): This gel maker can tolerate high electrolyte levels. You might need to use a higher concentration than usual (e.g., 2-3% instead of 1%) to maintain the gel consistency when adding Sodium Lactate Plus.
- AnyGel: This is another electrolyte-tolerant gel maker that can produce a clear gel with fewer air bubbles. However, it typically requires heat and blending during the mixing process.
Choosing an electrolyte-tolerant gel maker is key to successfully incorporating Sodium Lactate Plus without losing your gel's texture.
