Sebum-Off (Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate) in Gel Facial Wash

Sebum-Off (Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate) is a surfactant specifically noted for its excellent ability to dissolve and wash away sebum and fats from the skin. It has an HLB of around 16, indicating it is suitable for oil-in-water systems.

Based on its properties and effectiveness in sebum removal, Sebum-Off can potentially be used as the sole cleansing agent in a gel facial wash, particularly if the primary goal is gentle yet effective sebum cleansing.

However, it is also very common and often beneficial to use Sebum-Off in combination with other cleansing agents. This approach allows formulators to create a more balanced cleansing system that can offer a wider range of properties, such as different foam characteristics, feel on the skin, and the ability to remove various types of impurities beyond just sebum. The examples of commercial products using Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate (like cleansing pads, foam cleansers, and cleansing waters) often contain blends of surfactants.

In summary, while it has the capability to function alone, combining Sebum-Off with other suitable surfactants is a common and effective formulation strategy to achieve desired performance and sensory attributes in a facial wash.