Lubricant Gel Formulations and Texture
Asked by: atip.por.wolf
On: October 02, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Could you provide formulations for lubricant gels? Specifically, I am interested in a white, viscous water-based gel formulation and a clear, viscous, stretchy gel formulation (similar to Nuru gel).
Answer
Lubricant Gel Formulations
Here are two formulations for lubricant gels based on your request:
Formula 1: White, Viscous Water-Based Gel
This formula provides a white, viscous texture. The opacity comes from the addition of a water-dispersible white pigment.
- Glycerin: 30%
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC): 1%
- Snail Resin (Choose based on desired stretch: medium or ultra stretch): 3-5%
- WaterMix™ White: 5-10% (Adjust for desired opacity)
- Phenoxyethanol SA: 0.5%
- Purified Water: q.s. to 100%
Instructions:
- Heat the Purified Water to approximately 70°C.
- Slowly sprinkle in the Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and Snail Resin while stirring continuously until fully dissolved and a gel forms. Maintain heat if necessary to aid dissolution.
- Add Glycerin and stir until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool below 60°C.
- Add Phenoxyethanol SA and WaterMix™ White. Stir until homogenous.
Formula 2: Clear, Viscous Gel (Similar to Nuru)
This formula provides a clear, viscous, and stretchy texture, similar to Nuru gel. This is the formula previously provided by the staff.
- Glycerin: 30%
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC): 1%
- Snail Resin (Choose based on desired stretch: medium or ultra stretch): 3-5%
- Phenoxyethanol SA: 0.5%
- Purified Water: q.s. to 100%
Instructions:
- Heat the Purified Water to approximately 70°C.
- Slowly sprinkle in the Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and Snail Resin while stirring continuously until fully dissolved and a gel forms. Maintain heat if necessary to aid dissolution.
- Add Glycerin and stir until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool below 60°C.
- Add Phenoxyethanol SA and stir until homogenous.
Notes:
- Adjust the percentage of Snail Resin (3-5%) to achieve your desired level of stretchiness.
- Ensure all ingredients are fully dissolved and the mixture is homogenous before proceeding to the next step.
- Always perform a small test batch before making a large quantity.
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