Fix unwanted graininess, crystallisation, and thermal stability without affecting overall texture!
In personal care, plasticisers are used to create and promote durability, plasticity and flexibility. They also create creamy textures in high wax content formulas and can fix a myriad of formulation challenges. Plasticisers can fix graininess that occurs when solids migrate and agglomerate. They stop spontaneous crystallisation in formulas with high percentages of butters, otherwise known as “seeding”. They can fix thermal stability issues by increasing melt point, without affecting the overall texture.
Kester Wax K82P will raise the melt point of your system without creating structure or hardness. This chemistry can add creaminess and consistency to all types of systems. It can also be used in emulsions to boost film forming and SPF properties.
Melting point: 78-84°C
INCI name: Synthetic Beeswax
Kester Wax K60P is a soft and pliable wax naturally derived from castor oil. K60P is ideal for creating creamier textures while increasing the stability of your product.
Melting point: 50-70°C
INCI name: Polyhydroxystearic Acid
K82P and K60P are both primarily plasticisers, however their chemistries are distinctive. Their unique characteristics offer beneficial synergies in formulation. When combined, Kester Wax K82P can be used to achieve higher melt points and flowable gels, while Kester Wax K60P will add mid range melt point stability, creamy textures and slight firmness to the overall formula. By using a combination of both chemistries, a variety of different textures are possible.