In the competitive world of skincare and cosmetics, formulating products that stand out for their texture, stability, and performance is essential.
Verdant’s MACKSPEC™ Polymer Series is designed to meet these challenges, offering formulators a versatile range of ingredients that elevate product quality while simplifying the development process.
Why Choose MACKSPEC™ Polymers?
The MACKSPEC™ Polymer Series is crafted to enhance the consistency and sensory appeal of a wide array of personal care products. Whether you’re aiming to improve the viscosity of a cream or achieve smooth, even emulsification in a lotion, these polymers provide reliable and lasting results. With benefits that go beyond texture, MACKSPEC™ Polymers help formulators create stable, high-performing products that delight consumers.
Key Benefits of MACKSPEC™ Polymers:
- Oil Emulsifying Properties: Ensures effective blending of oils and water for smooth, homogeneous formulations.
- Excellent Pigment Dispersant: Perfect for colour cosmetics, ensuring even pigment distribution for flawless application.
- Manufacturing Flexibility: Suitable for both cold and hot processes, making it adaptable to various production methods.
- Wide pH Range and Salt Tolerance: Performs effectively across diverse formulation conditions.
- Rheology Modification: Enhances the viscosity and flow characteristics of your products.
- Formulation Stabilisation: Maintains product integrity over time, even under challenging conditions.
- Texturizer with Sensory Profiles: Delivers luxurious textures and unique sensory experiences tailored to consumer preferences.
- No Neutralisation Required: Simplifies the formulation process, saving time and resources.
Applications of MACKSPEC™ Polymers
MACKSPEC™ Polymers are versatile enough to meet the needs of various personal care and cosmetic applications:
- Skin creams and lotions
- Sun care products
- Baby care formulations
- Cleansing lotions and gels
- Moisturisers
- Colour cosmetics
- Lubrication products
MACKSPEC™ Polymer Grades
The MACKSPEC™ Polymer Series includes the following grades, each tailored to specific formulation needs:
| Grade | INCI | Form | pH Range | Key Features |
| MACKSPEC™ AM50 | Acrylamide / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, C13-14 Isoparaffin | Fluid Emulsion | 5.5 – 7.0 | Soft, Rich Texture, Good Stabilizer |
| MACKSPEC™ ST45 | Sodium Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane & Polysorbate 80 | Fluid Emulsion | 5.0 – 7.0 | Smooth, Light Feel |
| MACKSPEC™ HA40 | HEA / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polydecene & Polysorbate 80 | Fluid Emulsion | 5.0 – 7.0 | Light & Fresh Feel |
| MACKSPEC™ HA100L | HEA / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polysorbate 60 & Sorbitan Isostearate | White Powder | 4.0 – 5.5 | Light & Fresh Feel, Melts on Contact |
| MACKSPEC™ MP40 | Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dicaprylyl Ether & Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate | Fluid Emulsion | 5.5 – 7.0 | Bio-Based Emollient & Emulsifier, Soft & Smooth |
| MACKSPEC™ MP100 | Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate & Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate | White Powder | 5.0 – 7.0 | Bio-Based Emulsifier, Soft & Smooth |
Elevate Your Formulations with HARKE UK
At HARKE UK, we are proud to be the trusted distributor of Verdant’s innovative solutions, including the MACKSPEC™ Polymer Series. Whether you’re developing a new skincare line or optimising an existing product, these polymers provide the stability, texture, and performance needed to meet consumer demands.
Ready to learn more? Contact HARKE UK today to explore how MACKSPEC™ Polymers can elevate your formulations and set your products apart in the market.
