Refresh Gel Toothpaste
No. 4052
This sulfate-free gel toothpaste features Suga®Nate 160NC for cleansing with exceptionally low irritation potential and neutral flavor profile. With its exceptionally low irritation potential, supported by results using in-vitro gingival and mucosal models, Suga®Nate 160NC is the ideal choice for next-generation oral care products.
Formulation
| Order | INCI Name | Trade Name | Percent | Function |
| 1 | Water | Water | 14.30 | Diluent |
| 2 | Sorbitol | Sorbitol 70% | 52.00 | Humectant |
| 3 | Betaine | Colonial BetaNat | 2.00 | Dry mouth relief |
| 4 | Flavor | Nat. Mint Extract 1 | 1.00 | Flavor |
| 5 | Stevia | Stevia | 0.50 | Sweetener |
| 6 | Hydrated Silica | Zeodent® 113 2 | 10.00 | Abrasive |
| 7 | Hydrated Silica | Zeodent® 165 2 | 8.00 | Thickener |
| 8 | Glycerin | Glycerin | 5.00 | Humectant |
| 9 | Cellulose Gum | Aqualon™ CMC-7MF 3 | 1.00 | Thickener |
| 10 | Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate | Suga®Nate 160NC | 6.00 | Surfactant |
| 11 | FD&C Blue #1 | FD&C Blue #1 (1.0% solution) | 0.20 | Dye |
Procedure
- Combine ingredients 1 – 5 in the primary vessel. Mix until uniform.
- Add ingredient 6 and mix until completely dispersed.
- Add ingredient 7 and mix until completely dispersed.
- In a separate vessel, combine ingredients 8 – 9 as a premix. Add the premix to the primary vessel and mix for 30 minutes or until completely hydrated.
- Add ingredients 10 – 11. Mix until uniform.
Properties
Appearance Translucent, Blue Gel
pH (10%) 8.0 – 9.0
Suppliers
3Flavorchem, 2Glenn, 3Ashland
This formulation is intended for use as a generic starting formula and may be modified as needed. This formulation is for developmental use only. Not intended for resale.