SEPIMAX ZEN™ is a next-generation thickening, stabilizing and texturizing powder polymer. It has a MAXimal resistance to electrolytes and can be used to formulate with greater creativity and peace of mind. It is a non-microplastic polymer.

SEPIMAX ZEN™ is the perfect polymer for building the “chassis” of formulations and addressing the challenge of stress-inducing and difficult active ingredients. It forms transparent gels with a velvety, rich and elegant feel. It is versatile and can be used in both skin care and hygiene products.

INCI: Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Country of origin: France

Properties

Ready-to-use: pre-neutralized powder
Cold or hot process
pH range: 2-8
Multifunctional: thickening, stablizing and texturizing
Extreme resistance to electrolytes up to 10% salt
“Chassis” behavior in the presence of electrolytes (without viscosity drop)
Forms clear aqueous gels
Excellent particle suspension power
Sprayable fluid to thick textures
Synergetic effect with SOLAGUM™ TARA
Compatible with ethanol and other solvents, surfactants, AHAs, salicylic acid, zinc pyrithione, sun filters and sunscreens, pigments, etc.
Excellent vaginal tolerance

Benefits

Clear aqueous gel
Rich, elegant skin feel with a velvet finish
Produces finer and softer foams in a hygiene product

Applications

Face & body care
Sun care
Hair care
Make-up
Hygiene (shampoo, shower gel, facial cleanser, intimate hygiene, hydro-alcoholic gel…)

Usage: As Emulsifier-stabilizer and thickener - 0.5 - 5%

For Suspending properties - from 0.15%

Appearance: White powder
pH as supplied: 4 - 5.5 (When formulated in a 1.5% aqueous gel)
Stability: Stable between pH 2 - pH 8
HLB: Not applicable (Anionic)

When used in a lotion, it can be used as a stabilizer for up to 15% oils and 4% electrolytes at as low as 2%. Without electrolytes, it can stabilize up to 20% oils.

For cream-gels, SepiMAX ZEN should be added in the oily phase (hot or cold). Its hydration time is approximately 10 minutes, but the polymer may also be left to hydrate for a few hours without stirring; then it can be mixed rapidly by dispersant agitation to obtain an aqueous gel.

SEPIMAX ZEN™ can be used to make low pH gels, and can be used with up to 4% glycolic acid, 0.1% magnesium chloride, and 0.2% EDTA.

It is compatible with silicons, mineral oil, emollient esters oils and butters. It is an anionic emulsifier, so it is not compatible with cationic ingredients.

SEPIMAX ZEN™ is anionic so it does not work well with cationic ingredients such as BTMS-50 or Honeyquat PF. However, it does work very well with electrolytes and acidic pH levels.

Key benefits:

Efficient use at low levels
Clear aqueous gel
High resistance to electrolytes
Wide pH range, even at acidic pH
Suspending properties
Synergies with other polymers or emulsifiers
Elegant sensory profile
No neutralization
Can be used in hot and cold process formulations
No clumping

Safety Datasheet

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