Optigel WX by Acme-Hardesty Company

Feb 7th, 2019

Audrey Latimer

Acme Hardesty Co Inc

Optigel WX is an organically modified and activated bentonite in conjunction with xanthan gum. This water-based thixotropic thickener enhances stabilization and offers high-yield stress with reasonable viscosity. Broad pH stable, pseudoplastic rheology makes it ideal for formulations geared toward hair, skin, face and color products. Optigel WX is supplied by Acme-Hardesty’s Principal partner Eckart.

For more information, please visit www.acme-hardesty.com.

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