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⭐ Hydrating Gel‑Cream Recipe

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Gel‑Cream Recipe (Montanov 68 + Montanov 202 + Sepimax Zen)

A lightweight, fresh, silky gel‑cream with excellent slip and a soft cushiony finish.

Gel‑Cream Recipe

Phase A — Water Phase

  • Distilled water — 76%
  • Niacinamide – 1%
  • Glycerine — 3%
  • Zemea Propanediol — 2%
  • GMCY – 0.3%
  • Sepimax Zen — 0.5% (sprinkle into room‑temperature water; allow to hydrate without agitation)

Phase B — Oil Phase

Phase C — Cool‑Down

  • Hyaluronic Acid (stock solution) – 2%
  • Phenoxyethanol— 0.8%
  • Fragrance — 0.2% (optional)

⭐ Method (Professional Formulation Workflow)

1. Hydrate Sepimax Zen

  • Add water to a beaker.
  • Sprinkle Sepimax Zen over the surface.
  • Allow it to hydrate for 10–15 minutes without stirring. (Zen clumps if stirred too early.)

2. Heat Oil Phase

  • Combine Montanov 68, Montanov 202, plant oils, esters, and DUB Cire H1.
  • Heat to 75–80°C until fully melted.

3. Heat Water Phase

  • Add the rest of Phase A ingredients to the water and hydrated sepimax. Heat to 75°C.

4. Emulsify

  • Add the oil phase into the water phase with moderate shear (hand mixer)
  • Mix for 2–3 minutes until uniform.

5. Cool Down

  • Continue occasional gentle stirring (spatula or spoon) until 40°C.
  • Add preservative and fragrance.
  • 6. Decant into suitable jars

6. Allow full gel‑cream development

  • Zen continues thickening over 24 hours.
  • Final texture becomes bouncy, fresh, and silky.

⭐ Why this formula works

Sepimax Zen

  • Provides the gel network
  • Adds bounce and clarity
  • Reduces soaping
  • Stabilises the emulsion without gum drag

Montanov 202

  • Creates a fluid, lightweight emulsion
  • Enhances spreadability
  • Reduces viscosity for a fresh feel

Montanov 68

  • Adds structure and stability
  • Gives a soft, cushioned finish
  • Supports lamellar formation

Esters + DUB Cire H1

  • Improve slip
  • Reduce tack
  • Create a modern, elegant sensory profile

⭐ Texture & Skin Feel

  • Fresh
  • Silky
  • Lightweight
  • Non‑greasy
  • Cushioned (not watery)
  • Perfect for summer or oily/combination skin

Further Reading

Montanov 68: A Complete Guide for Natural Emulsions

How to Formulate with Montanov 68