Addressing Stickiness in Alcohol Gel with Pro Polymer

It sounds like you're experiencing stickiness in your alcohol gel formulation using 0.5% Pro Polymer. This can sometimes happen with gelling agents like Pro Polymer, which may impart a slightly sticky feel initially, similar to hyaluronic acid.

To reduce or eliminate this sticky texture, you can incorporate a detackifier into your formulation. A suitable option is WaterSil™ 8/12 (Water Gel Detackifier).

WaterSil™ 8/12 is specifically designed to reduce tackiness in water-based gels by creating a smooth, lubricious film on the skin. It is compatible with various gelling agents and can help improve the sensory feel of your gel.

Recommendation:

• Add WaterSil™ 8/12 to your gel formulation at a concentration of 0.1-3%.
• Incorporate it into the water phase of your formula with gentle stirring.

By adding WaterSil™ 8/12, you should be able to achieve a smoother, less sticky texture for your alcohol gel.