Gel Clarity with Glycerin and Gelling Agents

Regarding the clarity of gels made with Glycerin and gelling agents like ClearClean, Xanthan Gum, or Pro Polymer:

• Glycerin itself is a clear liquid.
• When mixing Glycerin with Xanthan Gum (clear gel type) or ClearClean, you should be able to achieve a clear gel. Both of these gelling agents are designed to produce clear formulations. For ClearClean, maintaining the correct pH range (typically 4-6) is important for optimal clarity.
• Pro Polymer can create a gel texture, but at higher concentrations, it may result in a creamy or pudding-like texture rather than a completely clear gel.

If you are having difficulty achieving a clear gel with Glycerin, or if you are looking for alternatives, several other humectants can be used in clear gel formulations, such as:

• Propylene Glycol
• Butylene Glycol
• Pentylene Glycol
• Hexylene Glycol
• Dipropylene Glycol

These humectants are also clear liquids and are commonly used in cosmetic gels to provide moisture and improve texture while maintaining clarity.