Sepimax Zen

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$15.31

Sepimax Zen is a specialized polymer that is pre-neutralized in order to be used to more easily in creating transparent gels.It can be used on its own or as as a thickener and stabilizer in emulsions and surfactants. It works synergistically with fatty alcohols to increase viscosity in emulsions. When used to produce a transparent aqueous gel, it produces products with an elegant skin feel and velvety touch.

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Directions

Sprinkle Sepimax Zen over the aqueous phase and allow it to hydrate without stirring for several hours (up to 8), or disperse it by blending at low speed (~500 rpm), gradually increasing to ~1500 rpm as electrolytes are added, then let it hydrate for about 10 minutes. To create a cream gel, sprinkle Sepimax Zen into either the cold or hot oil phase, then add the oil phase to the water phase. Up to 25% oil can be incorporated when paired with a natural polymer such as xanthan gum, guar gum, or 1% gelatin.

Warning

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 2 reviews.

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i love this stuff but it sooooooooooo expensive

"too expensive. I like the product but hate the price."

— Tate (3/5)

RHASSOUL CLAY

"I'm a real CLAY NERD and collect them to find out all the ins & outs of each ones texture,glide,smell,water absorption, drawing out toxins abilities,color, drying the skin out or left feeling smooth,and how well it rinses off etc . I IMMEDIATELY KNEW THIS WAS DIFFERENT BECAUSE OF THE SLIGHT GRAIN SO AWESOME FOR EXFOLIATING SOAP BARS,,it blends easily for masks. exactly equal water to clays super luscious without the need for glycerin and has that NEGATIVE CHARGE LIKE BENTONITE TO SUCK OUT GRIME,DIRT,OIL) it will separate somewhat in a jar as a mask. . . but easily mixed with finger when applying to face,which is very typical of clays. )It has a GORGEOUS natural minty scent when wet,SO,NO NEED SCENTING BECAUSE IT DOES SMELL STRONG ALONE"

— Liz (5/5)

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Could you use Silica Dimethyl Silylate in place of Sepimax Zen?: While not experts on Silica Dimethyl Silylate, research indicates it does not provide the same functionality as Sepimax Zen. Depending on the formulation, a natural gum, such as Xantham gum may be a suitable substitute, but testing is necessary.
What can I use in place of this? Would hyaluronic acid work?: A natural gum, such as xantham gum, is used by some, although the resulting consistency may be a bit different. Testing is necessary. Hyaluronic acid is primarily a humectant whereas Sepimax Zen is primarly a thickenening agent; Hyaluronic Acid would not be a good substitute for Sepimax Zen in most formulas.