Water Washed Bentonite Clay
| Product |
Grade |
Average Particle Size |
Density (g/cm) |
Form |
| Polargel® |
USP/NF Purified Bentonite |
40 - 74 µm |
0.88 |
Purified White Bentonite |
These rapidly hydrating, water-washed bentonite clays are a pure and natural suspension stabilizer, emulsion optimizer and rheology modifier for all topical products.
Bentonite is particularly suited for creams, lotions, suspensions and other personal care products marketed as organic or natural.
- Stabilizes emulsions against separation, particularly at elevated temperatures.
- Stabilizes suspensions against particle settling and hard packing.
- Provides thickening and the absorptive properties in masks and poultices.
- Provides a silky, tack-free feel in topical preparations.
- Is synergistic with common thickeners such as xanthan gum.
- Reduces the slippery or sticky feel of water soluble gums and polymers.
- Is compatible with most anionic and nonionic ingredients used in personal care formulations.
| Rheology Modifier |
Form |
Grade |
| Polargel NF |
Hydro-classified Powder |
USP/NF Purified Bentonite |
APPLICATION: Polargel NF is specially formulated for cosmetic and personal care formulations. This specialty white bentonite exhibits moderate viscosity, excellent body and a fine, creamy texture. Polargel NF is commonly used to retard settling and impart body in many water-based formulations.
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| Polargel HV |
Hydro-classified Powder |
USP/NF White Bentonite |
APPLICATION: Polargel HV is a high viscosity white bentonite based on the multipurpose Polargel NF product, used as a binder, suspension agent, thickener and stabilizer. Used for cosmetics and personal care formulations when low solids and bright white color are desired.
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| Polargel UV 1416 |
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APPLICATION: Polargel UV is used in all types of emulsion based sunscreens. Particularly suitable for sprays, both pump and continuous spray lotions. Fundamentals for Use Polargel 1416
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| Polargel UV 3025 |
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APPLICATION: Polargel UV is used in Sunscreens with zinc oxide as the primary or secondary UVA filter. Fundamentals for Use Polargel 3025
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Associated Documents:
Typical Properties
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Fundamentals of Use
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Viscosity
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Applications Guide
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