Seppic offers natural version of its patented gel-in-oil technology

The GELTRAP™ is a patented technology creating cold-processed gel-in-oil emulsion that can be achieved with a low shear equipment. Extra-rich in water, it offers various viscosities but also the ability to stabilize all types of oily phase and provides an emollient sensation, a protection against dehydration and water resistance. It also presents benefits for specific applications such as providing an easier combing in hair care application and a long-lasting scent in perfuming cosmetics.

The challenge for Seppic teams was to keep those several advantages for both formulators and consumers while replacing the synthetic rheology modifier and emulsifier that were originally recommended. As a result:

• On the one hand, the high internal aqueous phase is thickened with Solagum™ GM, a 100% natural origin¹, non ionic gum derived from Glucomannan
• On the other hand, the low external oily phase is stabilized by a liquid glycolipidic emulsifying system containing Fluidanov™ 20X, a 100% natural origin1 multifunctional liquid co-emulsifier

Moreover, Solagum™ GM is extracted from the tubers of Amorphophallus muelleri, a tropical plant also authorized in China according to STSC². It provides extra thickening and moisturizing properties, with a pleasant, cushioning and comfortable skin feel.

Join Seppic at in-cosmetics 2025 Amsterdam, 08-10 of April at booth 5D110 to discover in real-time how they formulate a natural GELTRAP™ during their 'Formulating bar' sessions.

¹ - Natural Origin Content according to ISO 16 128
² - Safety and Technical Standard for Cosmetics 2015

Source: Seppic