Poly-Helixan 5 g

Poly-Helixan Snail Secretion Filtrate for Hydrating Skin Care Formulas

Poly-Helixan is a ready-to-use cosmetic active based on purified snail secretion filtrate. It is intended for serums, creams, masks, gels, and professional skin care products developed to support hydration, softness, and a smoother-looking complexion. Within the Mylo Opt catalog, the ingredient belongs to the Cosmetic Actives Wholesale category.

The declared INCI name is Snail Secretion Filtrate. Poly-Helixan is supplied by Cobiosa as a water-soluble active for skin care applications, with a recommended use level of 2-5%.

The material is not a fragrance, essential oil, or powdered animal tissue. It is a filtered cosmetic liquid designed for incorporation into aqueous and emulsion-based products.

Role in a finished formulation

Snail secretion filtrate is a complex naturally derived material that may contain protein fractions, mucopolysaccharides, enzymes, organic acids, and other water-soluble constituents. Its exact analytical profile depends on the production process and the specification of the supplied batch.

In cosmetic products, Poly-Helixan is used as a moisturizing, skin-conditioning, and smoothing ingredient. It can support a softer feel and a more even, well-conditioned appearance.

The active is suitable for dry, dehydrated, mature-looking, and visually uneven skin. It can also be used in formulas intended for application after cleansing, shaving, or cosmetic treatments.

Poly-Helixan does not replace a preservative system, sunscreen filters, or the lipid phase of a barrier cream. It should be treated as one functional part of a complete formulation.

Facial serums and gel products

Its water solubility makes Poly-Helixan suitable for aqueous serums, fluid gels, ampoules, and hydrogel masks.

For hydration-focused products, it can be combined with sodium hyaluronate, betaine, glycerin, panthenol, and amino acid blends.

In smoothing facial serums, useful complementary ingredients include niacinamide, peptides, botanical polysaccharides, and ceramide dispersions.

Natural filtrates may contribute their own color and characteristic odor. Clear gels and fragrance-free products should therefore be evaluated at the intended final concentration.

Emulsions and barrier care

Poly-Helixan may be incorporated into daily moisturizers, night creams, neck treatments, hand creams, and body lotions.

Suitable lipid-phase materials include squalane, jojoba oil, MCT oil, ceramides, phytosterols, and lightweight emollients. Poly-Helixan itself should be added during the cool-down stage rather than heated with the oils.

For dry skin concepts, it can be paired with ceramides, panthenol, cholesterol, or skin-compatible botanical oils. Lightweight cream gels for combination skin may use a smaller lipid phase together with water-binding ingredients.

Eye-area formulations require conservative use levels and testing of the complete formula for pH, preservation, viscosity, and sensory tolerance.

Masks and professional products

The active can be used in sheet-mask essences, cream masks, hydrogels, and professional finishing treatments.

In sheet masks, it blends with glycerin, betaine, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, and mild botanical extracts. The finished essence should be tested for tack, viscosity, material compatibility, and preservation.

For post-cleansing or post-exfoliation concepts, Poly-Helixan can be combined with soothing humectants and barrier-supporting lipids. Strong acids or potentially irritating actives should be evaluated separately.

Professional formulas may include Poly-Helixan in ampoule concentrates, finishing creams, and lightweight treatment gels.

Processing recommendations

Poly-Helixan can be added to the water phase in a cold-process formula or incorporated into an emulsion during cool-down below 40°C.

A recommended use range of 2-5% is commonly specified for the material. Lower levels are suitable for daily formulas, while concentrated products require additional assessment of odor, color, tack, and stability.

Gentle mixing is sufficient for uniform distribution. After incorporation, verify pH, appearance, viscosity, odor, and compatibility with the preservation system.

Because the active is water based, the completed formula requires an effective broad-spectrum preservative and appropriate microbial stability testing.

Store Poly-Helixan in a tightly closed original container protected from direct light and excessive heat. Follow the batch documentation for exact temperature and shelf-life requirements.

Poly-Helixan hydrating facial essence

Purified Water 80 ml

Rose Hydrosol 7 ml

Poly-Helixan 5 ml

Glycerin 3 ml

Betaine 2 g

Panthenol 1 ml

Sodium Hyaluronate 0.3 g

Hydroxyethylcellulose 0.7 g

Preservative 1 ml

Pre-disperse hydroxyethylcellulose in glycerin and add it gradually to purified water. Allow the polymer to hydrate fully, then dissolve betaine and add the rose hydrosol. Prepare the sodium hyaluronate separately and incorporate it into the base. Below 35°C, add panthenol, Poly-Helixan, and preservative. Mix gently, then verify pH, viscosity, appearance, and preservation before filling.