Oil-based textures have become a fixture of modern cosmetics — from cleansing balms and oil gels to sun care and make-up. Formulating them to be stable and sensorially convincing calls for a gelling agent that works in the oil phase while meeting natural cosmetics standards.
Dextrin palmitate (OGDP11) is a versatile, COSMOS V4 and NATRUE approved plant-based gelling agent developed specifically for oil-based formulations.
Your benefits at a glance
- Natural gelling agent for oil formulations
- Improves stability and viscosity
- Creates high-quality, pleasant textures
- Supports pigment dispersion
- Increases suspension power
- Reduces sedimentation
- Can support foam formation
Performance in the formulation
Even low use concentrations produce a marked increase in viscosity. Depending on the oil used, different gel structures develop — from softly flowing to firm. Performance varies with the polarity of the oil and the dosage of the gelling agent.
Suitable for
- Oil gels
- W/O emulsions
- Skin care
- Sun care products
- Cleansing oils and cleansing balms
- Make-up
- Mascara
Product data
- INCI: Dextrin Palmitate
- CAS number: 148178-12-9
- Appearance: white to beige powder
- Shelf life: 24 months
- Recommended use concentration: approx. 5%
In short
Dextrin palmitate (OGDP11) gives you a high-performing natural gelling agent for modern oil formulations. It improves texture, stability and pigment dispersion, opening up a wide range of options for innovative skin care and make-up products. Talk to our team for samples, technical documentation or formulation support.
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