IPL Gel Formulation Guidance

Creating an IPL gel requires a formulation that is primarily water-based, conductive, and safe for skin contact during laser or IPL treatments. While we cannot provide a precise formula with percentages, here are the key components and recommended ingredient types:

Key Components:

1. Water: The main base of the gel.
2. Gelling Agent: To create the desired gel consistency. This is crucial for application and conductivity.
3. Humectant: Helps keep the gel moist, provides slip, and can offer some hydration.
4. Preservative: Essential to prevent microbial growth and ensure product safety and shelf life.
5. pH Adjuster: May be needed depending on the gelling agent used to achieve the optimal pH for skin and product stability.

Recommended Ingredient Types:

Based on common formulations and available ingredients, here are some types you would need:

• Gelling Agent: Ingredients like Carbomer U21 are excellent choices for creating clear, water-based gels. They are easy to use and effective.
• Humectant: Ingredients such as PPG-17 (Polypropylene Glycol) can serve as humectants and help improve the texture and feel of the gel.
• Preservative: A broad-spectrum preservative suitable for water-based formulations is necessary.
• pH Adjuster: If using a Carbomer, a neutralizing agent like Triethanolamine (TEA) or AMP is typically required to thicken the gel and adjust the pH.

General Guidance:

• Start with purified water as the base.
• Slowly incorporate the gelling agent while stirring until dispersed, then neutralize (if using Carbomer) to form the gel.
• Add the humectant and preservative, ensuring they are fully mixed.
• Adjust pH if necessary.
• Always follow recommended usage rates for each ingredient.
• Perform stability and safety testing on your final formulation.

Remember that the specific concentration of each ingredient will affect the gel's viscosity, conductivity, and feel. It is recommended to start with general guidelines for each ingredient type and adjust as needed.

We recommend looking into ingredients like Carbomer U21 for gelling and PPG-17 (Polypropylene Glycol) as a humectant, along with suitable preservatives and pH adjusters available for cosmetic use.