{"product_id":"poloxamer-407-advanced-gelling-polymer","title":"Poloxamer 407 (Advanced Gelling Polymer)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* --- CDF Fancy Tabs (CSS-only) --- *\/\n  .cdf-tabs {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, sans-serif;\n    color: #3c2a28;\n    border: 1px solid #f1dde3;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    margin: 22px 0;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-input {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__header {\n    display: flex;\n    background: #fdf6f8;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #f3e3e8;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__btn {\n    flex: 1;\n    padding: 12px;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-size: 0.9rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    color: #8a6460;\n    border-right: 1px solid #f3e3e8;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.03em;\n    transition: background 0.2s ease, color 0.2s ease;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__btn:last-child {\n    border-right: none;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__btn:hover {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    color: #3c2a28;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane {\n    display: none;\n    padding: 18px 20px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    font-size: 0.95rem;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane p {\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane ul {\n    margin: 8px 0 16px;\n    padding-left: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane li {\n    margin-bottom: 7px;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h2,\n  .cdf-tab-pane h3,\n  .cdf-tab-pane h4 {\n    display: block !important;\n    color: #3c2a28 !important;\n    margin: 0 0 8px !important;\n    line-height: 1.3 !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h2 {\n    font-size: 1.08rem !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h3 {\n    font-size: 1rem !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    margin-top: 18px !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h4 {\n    font-size: 0.95rem !important;\n    font-weight: 600 !important;\n    margin-top: 14px !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tag-list {\n    margin: 6px 0 12px;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tag-list span {\n    padding: 2px 8px;\n    border-radius: 999px;\n    background: #fdf1f5;\n    border: 1px solid #f3d9e2;\n    font-size: 0.75rem;\n    margin-right: 6px;\n    display: inline-block;\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    color: #7a514d;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-small-note {\n    font-size: 0.8rem;\n    color: #7a6a68;\n    margin-top: 6px;\n  }\n\n  #cdf-p407-1:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-p407-1\"],\n  #cdf-p407-2:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-p407-2\"],\n  #cdf-p407-3:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-p407-3\"] {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    color: #3c2a28;\n  }\n\n  #cdf-p407-1:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--1,\n  #cdf-p407-2:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--2,\n  #cdf-p407-3:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--3 {\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 640px) {\n    .cdf-tabs__btn {\n      padding: 10px 6px;\n      font-size: 0.76rem;\n      letter-spacing: 0.01em;\n    }\n\n    .cdf-tab-pane {\n      padding: 16px;\n      font-size: 0.92rem;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cinput checked class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-p407-1\" name=\"cdf-tabs-p407\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003cinput class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-p407-2\" name=\"cdf-tabs-p407\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003cinput class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-p407-3\" name=\"cdf-tabs-p407\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tabs__header\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"cdf-p407-1\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/label\u003e \u003clabel for=\"cdf-p407-2\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Usage\u003c\/label\u003e \u003clabel for=\"cdf-p407-3\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eDocuments\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAB 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePoloxamer 407\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA multifunctional nonionic polymer used for solubilization, emulsification, viscosity modification, and temperature-responsive gel systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poloxamer 407\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9003-11-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, free-flowing powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soluble or dispersible in water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solubilizer, nonionic surfactant, co-emulsifier, stabilizer, viscosity modifier, gelling agent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoloxamer 407 is a versatile nonionic block copolymer valued for its ability to support clear, stable, and elegant cosmetic formulations. Its structure contains both water-loving and oil-compatible regions, allowing it to help solubilize poorly water-soluble materials, improve ingredient dispersion, and stabilize a wide range of aqueous and emulsion systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt lower use levels, Poloxamer 407 can function as a solubilizer, wetting agent, co-emulsifier, and formulation stabilizer. At higher concentrations, it can create smooth thermoreversible gel systems that remain more fluid when cool and increase in viscosity as the temperature rises. This distinctive behaviour makes it especially useful in cosmetic gels, treatment products, cleansing systems, scalp formulations, and advanced delivery bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tag-list\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNonionic Surfactant\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThermoreversible Gel\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSolubilizer\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eViscosity Modifier\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCo-Emulsifier\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMultifunctional Polymer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cdf-small-note\"\u003eSupplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAB 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoloxamer 407 is an amphiphilic polymer, meaning that it contains both hydrophilic and hydrophobic sections. In water, these sections can organize into micellar structures that help incorporate and distribute oil-soluble or poorly water-soluble ingredients throughout the formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly valued for its temperature-responsive rheology. Concentrated aqueous solutions can remain relatively fluid during cold processing and develop a thicker gel structure as the temperature increases. This makes Poloxamer 407 useful for products that require convenient processing, smooth application, and a substantial gel texture at room or skin temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps solubilize poorly water-soluble cosmetic ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctions as a mild, nonionic surfactant and wetting agent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports emulsion stability as a co-emulsifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates smooth, clear-to-translucent gel systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides temperature-responsive thickening at higher concentrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows flexible hot or cold processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan improve spreadability and overall sensory feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with many aqueous, surfactant, and topical systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Use Levels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.1–1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wetting, stabilization, and formulation support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1–5%\u003c\/strong\u003e — Solubilization, co-emulsification, and viscosity adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15–25%\u003c\/strong\u003e — Concentrated thermoreversible gel systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Incorporate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd gradually to water under steady mixing to prevent clumping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor high-concentration gels, the cold-processing method is often preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChill the water phase before slowly dispersing the Poloxamer 407.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue mixing until fully hydrated and uniform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the mixture to rest under refrigeration if needed to complete dissolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-sensitive ingredients may be added after the polymer has fully hydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold-Process Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool the required water to approximately 4–10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly sprinkle Poloxamer 407 into the chilled water while mixing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid adding the powder too quickly, as this can create stubborn clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue mixing until evenly dispersed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate until the solution becomes clear and fully hydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring the formulation gradually to the desired temperature and complete the remaining phases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGel strength and gelation temperature depend strongly on concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrolytes, solvents, surfactants, oils, and active ingredients may change the final viscosity and gelation behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher concentrations generally produce stronger gels and lower gelation temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal clarity depends on the complete formulation and the materials being solubilized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoloxamer 407 should not automatically be treated as the sole emulsifier in every emulsion system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench testing is essential when developing temperature-responsive products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear cosmetic gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacial and body treatment gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalp serums and scalp gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling and warming cosmetic products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleansing gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicellar and surfactant systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGel emulsions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive delivery bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional cosmetic formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cdf-small-note\"\u003ePoloxamer 407 is particularly useful when a formulation requires easy processing as a liquid and a stable gel structure during use, making it a valuable ingredient for advanced gel systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAB 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of Analysis (COA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis material is supplied for cosmetic formulation use only. 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