SEPIMAX ZEN™

Multifunctional Powder Polymer for ZEN Attitude

Produced using a disruptive innovation patented by SEPPIC, 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.

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.

Characteristics

INCI: Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

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

Consumer 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…)

Specific Regulations

Approved in China (listed in IECIC 2021).
Non-microplastic polymer*

_{*Non-microplastic according to Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 on synthetic polymer microparticles adopted by the European Commission on September 25, 2023}