OLEAMULS® LOW
Liquid Oil in Water emulsifier for low viscosity emulsions
Liquid Oil in Water emulsifier for low viscosity emulsions
INCI
Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Potassium Olivate
OLEAMULS® LOW is a liquid non-ionic Oil in Water emulsifier based on a novel combination of a polyglycerol ester with vegetable fatty acids derived from natural and renewable sources: Polyglycerol from vegetable glycerine and Fatty acids from Olive Oil, along with Potassium Olivate.
It is specifically formulated to create low-viscosity liquid crystal emulsions.
This emulsifier can incorporate up to 70% interlamellar water in its liquid-crystal structure, providing an immediate refreshing and light skin feel upon application. Versatile in formulation, it is compatible with all active ingredients and well-tolerated by the skin. Simple mixing/homogenizing devices can be used, such as adding the oily phase to the aqueous phase while stirring or using a turbo-emulsifier.
The resulting emulsions are stable and fresh, delivering a pleasant sensation of lightness even with a high oil phase content. OLEAMULS® LOW mimics the skin’s natural barrier, offering an effective shield against trans-epidermal water loss, thus enhancing ingredient delivery and hydration.
OLEAMULS® LOW forms a liquid crystals structure that helps to retain the aqueous phase and the moisturizing effect of the formula.
In an in vivo study comparing OLEAMULS® LOW to a synthetic ethoxylated O/W emulsifier (PEG-8 Oleate), basic emulsions without active ingredients were tested. OLEAMULS® LOW showed equivalent efficacy in increasing skin hydration but maintained it over time, unlike the synthetic emulsifier. Additionally, volunteers preferred OLEAMULS® LOW emulsion for sensory experience and treatment effectiveness, with 100% satisfaction.
3.5 – 5.0%
Ideal to formulate fluid emulsions making it suitable for cleansing milks, serums, toners and make-up removers.
APPEARANCE | OILY LIQUID |
COLOUR | AMBER |
ODOUR | CHARACTERISTIC |
HLB | 12 (EXPERIMENTAL) |
PH | 6.0 – 8.0 |
DRY RESIDUE (105°C) | ≥94% |
ACID TOTAL NUMBER | MAX 15 (MG KOH/G) |
SAPONIFICATION NUMBER | 125 – 145 (MG KOH/G) |
Low Viscosity Liquid Crystals Emulsions: Ideal as an alternative to PEG emulsifiers, creating stable, silky, fresh emulsions that are pleasant to apply and resistant to temperature variations.
Compatibility: Compatible with all active ingredients, ensuring versatility in formulation.
Sensory and Eudermic Properties: Provides a pleasantly light and silky sensation, even with high quantities of oleaginous substances. Offers moisturizing and nourishing effects.
Solubility: Soluble in plant-derived oils, fatty alcohols, fatty acids, and their esters. Miscible with mineral oils.