Questions about Oil Thick (Dextrin Palmitate) Properties and Usage
Asked by: jn_andy
On: June 17, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I have some questions about Oil Thick (Dextrin Palmitate):
- Based on the product description stating that Oil Thick cannot emulsify water and cannot be used alone in water-containing formulas, does this mean Oil Thick is not a water-oil emulsifier? If I want water in the formula, do I need to use a water-oil emulsifier?
- For oil gels made with Oil Thick, are they clear or opaque? The picture shows an opaque color.
- Is Oil Thick suitable for making creams/gels for facial massage for relaxation?
Answer
Clarification on Oil Thick (Dextrin Palmitate)
Based on the information provided, here are the answers to your questions about Oil Thick:
Can Oil Thick be used with water?
- Oil Thick itself is not an emulsifier, meaning it cannot combine water and oil. Therefore, it cannot be used alone in formulas containing water.
- However, it can be used in formulas that contain both water and oil if an emulsifier is also included. In such formulations, Oil Thick works by thickening the oil phase, which then contributes to the overall thickness of the final emulsified product (like a cream or lotion).
- The example formula you saw likely included an emulsifier, allowing water to be present while Oil Thick thickened the oil portion.
Is the gel clear or opaque?
- Gels made with standard Oil Thick (including Oil Thick Soft) are generally not completely transparent like glass. They may appear somewhat opaque or translucent, consistent with the picture you saw.
- Oil Thick Soft can offer some clarity, but full transparency requires a different type of thickener or a special, higher-clarity version of Oil Thick that is not yet widely available and is intended for specific applications like clear lip balms.
Is it suitable for facial massage?
- Yes, Oil Thick provides a smooth feel and is suitable for use in creams or gels intended for facial massage. For creams, Oil Thick Soft is recommended.
