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Fucogel 10 ml

Why Fucogel Works So Well in Calming and Hydrating Skin Formulas

Fucogel is a hydrocolloid ingredient produced through biofermentation of marine polysaccharides rich in fucose sugars. It belongs to the Hydrocolloids for Cosmetics category, which brings together natural thickeners and gelling agents used across modern skincare manufacturing. Globally, the strongest demand for this ingredient comes from dermo-cosmetic skincare aimed at sensitive and reactive skin types, after-sun care, and gentle baby product lines.

The 10 ml packaging is aimed mainly at home formulators, small studios, and anyone testing a new recipe before scaling up production. This size lets you check how the gel behaves in a specific formula, evaluate texture and compatibility with other actives, without committing to a larger raw material purchase.

The main role of Fucogel is forming a thin film on the skin surface that helps retain moisture and reduces the feeling of tightness or discomfort right after application. Because of this property, the ingredient is widely used in serums, gels, creams and emulsions designed for redness-prone, irritated or highly reactive skin. It pairs well with panthenol, hyaluronic acid, aloe extract and other soothing or moisturizing ingredients, without adding stickiness or weighing down the final texture.

Fucogel should be introduced into the water phase during the cool stage of production, typically below 40 degrees Celsius, once heat-sensitive actives have already been added. A typical usage rate ranges from 1 to 5 percent of the total formula weight, depending on the desired gel firmness and the presence of other thickeners in the recipe. Before adding it, the gel should be mixed thoroughly until fully homogeneous to avoid clumping.

When developing tinted skincare products based on Fucogel, formulators often combine it with natural dyes such as Cranberry liquid dye 10 ml or Blackcurrant liquid dye 10 ml, which give the gel a pleasant tone while keeping its clarity. For fragrance, the Pistachio Aromatic Extract 5 ml works nicely, adding a soft nutty note without irritating sensitive skin.

Store Fucogel in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high temperatures. Once opened, use the content within the timeframe recommended by the manufacturer to keep the gelling performance stable.

Cooling Redness-Relief Gel Sample

Distilled water 78 ml

Fucogel 4 ml

Vegetable glycerin 5 ml

Panthenol 2 ml

Cranberry liquid dye 3 drops

Pistachio Aromatic Extract 2 drops

Broad spectrum preservative 1 ml

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INCI	Fucogel, Biosaccharide gum-1, Fucus gel
pH	5,5 – 6,5
Other
Att brand	Germany
Color product	transparent, opalescent
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	Hydrating cream: 3-10%; Cream and gel around the eyes: 5-10%; "After Shave Cream or Gel: 3-5%"; Decorative cosmetics: 1-5%; Hair masks: 5-10%; Means for hair care: 3-5%, injected into the finished emulsion at a temperature not exceeding 40
Minimum count	1
Name	Fucogel 10 ml
Other names	fucus gel
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	10 ml
Solubility	water, propylene glycol, glycerin
Valid until	12.2028