Lipopearl

Lipopearl™

The Lipopearl™ product line features a pigmented shell surrounding a hydrophobic core material. By incorporating the pigment in the shell, a unique pearlescent effect is achieved.

  • Capsule sizes from 500-3000 microns.
  • The finished form is supplied exclusively as a slurry.

Lipopearl™ Product Usage Tips:

Follow these simple guidelines to facilitate trouble-free processing and to optimize the stability and utility of the final product.

  • Maintain a moderate pH, near neutral.
    • Avoid a pH above 8.5 with gelatin Lipopearls™ .
    • Avoid a pH below 6.5 with Lipopearls™ containing ultramarine pigments.
  • Less than 50% surfactant is recommended.
  • Add the Lipopearls™ at room temperature, generally at the point in the formulation when one would add fragrance or colorants.
  • When using the gelatin Lipopearls™ products, avoid strong solvents like:
    • Toluene
    • Ketones
    • Butyl Acetate
    • Cyclohexane
    • Aromatic Solvents

Please contact our technical service group for further advice on formulating with Lipopearl™ products. Email us at: lti@lipotechnologies.com

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