WiPulan
Description
WiPulan is a natural, biodegradable polysaccharide obtained from the fermentation of starch by the yeast Aureobasidium pullulans. It is a biopolymer with many applications in the cosmetic, food and pharmaceutical industries.
WiPulan has exceptional film-forming properties, is heat stable and is stable over a wide pH range, making it an ideal ingredient for cosmetic formulations.
Product Information:
- Chemical name: Pullulan
- CAS number: 9057-02-7
- Appearance: White to pale yellow granules
- Odor: From a weak characteristic odor to no odor
- Solubility: Soluble in water
Peculiarity:
WiPulan’s unique bonding structure is responsible for molecular flexibility and solubility, resulting in distinct film and fiber-forming characteristics not found in other polysaccharides.
Main properties of WiPulan:
- It is stable, maintains viscosity for a long time and does not form a gel in the presence of inorganic salts.
- Gives cosmetics a smoother texture.
- It has excellent adhesive properties, making it easily and well distributed on the surface of the skin.
- Easily soluble in water, which allows it to be used in shampoos, hair conditioners, shower gels and other cleansers.
- It is an excellent film-forming agent and rheology modifier.
- Delicate and 100% natural ingredient. It works close to the natural physiology of the skin and can be used for all skin types of any age.
Application and dosage:
WiPulan can be used in cosmetic preparations to create flexible and transparent films. This film helps improve the texture and appearance of products such as creams, lotions and gels, providing a smooth, silky application.
WiPulan has also found application in pharmaceuticals and oral care, as it can be formed into capsules and its properties optimize the shelf life of products.
Recommended dosages:
- Body lotions, sunscreens, BB creams, CC creams and other skin care products – 0.05-1.0%.
- Face masks and serums, eye patches – 1.0-3.0%
- Decorative cosmetics – up to 3.0%
Storage and packaging:
WiPulan can be stored for 1 year from the date of manufacture in its original, sealed packaging, protected from light and heat, at room temperature.
Packing: 5 kg.
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