Inolex / Hydrating Custard SPF 45

UV-1036 Updated Jul 7, 2026
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Lightweight and hydrating, this gel-lotion provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. It is quick absorbing for a non-greasy after-feel.
Phase A
Phase Instructions
No phase instructions provided.
Trade Name INCI Name Function Notes W/W %
Pemulen™ TR-2
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
 - - 0.8000
LexFeel® D4
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate (and) Isododecane
 This volatile sensory enhancer is a silicone-free emollient that mimics the properties of cyclomethicone. - 3.0000
DI Water
Deionized Water
 - - 61.4000
LexFeel® 7
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
 ™ 7Light, dry, and spreadable sensory emollient. This ester is excellent for solubilizing UV filters and dispersing pigments. It imparts a non-greasy after-feel and reduces the tackiness of heavier emollients. - 3.0000
PARSOL® 340
Octocrylene
 - - 2.8000
OXYBENZONE
Benzophenone-3
 Stabilizers - 6.0000
PARSOL® EHS
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
 - - 5.0000
PARSOL® HMS
Homosalate
 - - 10.0000
PARSOL® 1789
Butyl Methoxydibenzoyl Methane
 - - 3.0000
Glycerin
Glycerin
 - - 2.0000
LexFilm™ Sun
Polyester-7 (and) Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
 Provides both excellent waterproofing as well as UV filter solubilization. - 2.0000
Phenostat™
Caprylhydroxamic Acid (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Methylpropanediol
 Preservation system for broad spectrum coverage even at neutral pH. - 1.0000
TOTAL: 100.0000%

Specifications

Viscosity
45,000 – 60,000 cps
pH Target
4.00 - 5.00
Procedure
Premix Items 1 and 2, then add to Item 3 (main batch) to build a homogeneous gel, and then heat to 80 °C.
Combine Items 4 – 11 and heat to 80°C while mixing until clear.
Add Item 4 – 11 to main batch with vigorous mixing until homogeneous gel cream forms (if not too thick, homogenize the batch).
Add Item 12 while cooling to room temperature.
Adjust pH to 4.50 to 5.00.