Versastique™

Versastique by Penreco® is a line of multi-functional solid gels that provide formulators a better way to formulate through simplified creation of functional and aesthetic solid stick applications. The Versastique product line includes translucent and clear stick product bases. These solid gels are an ideal base for a wide range of natural, mineral, and synthetic ingredients. They also offer excellent performance and stability benefits. Versastique can be used in numerous stick product applications, such under eye foundation, topical analgesics, sunscreen, and deodorant.

Products Available
Product nameAppearanceSolid stick form of:Packaging available
Versastique SQ 40 TOpaqueSqualane (derived from plant sugar)Drums, pails
Versastique Clear SQ 5 TClearSqualane (derived from plant sugar)Drums, pails
Versastique ML 40 TOpaqueC12-15 alkyl benzoateDrums
Versastique Clear ML 5 TClearC12-15 alkyl benzoateDrums
Versastique ME 40 TOpaqueHydrogenated polyisobuteneDrums
Versastique Clear ME 5 TClearHydrogenated polyisobuteneDrums
Versastique M 40 TOpaqueMineral oilDrums
Versastique Clear M 5 TClearMineral oilDrums

Penreco® is a registered trademark of Calumet Refining, LLC (“Calumet”), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P.

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VERSASTIQUE ME 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum CALUMET Technical Drum 359.99 lbs --
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VERSASTIQUE ME 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum
VERSASTIQUE SQ 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum CALUMET Technical Drum 330.01 lbs --
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VERSASTIQUE SQ 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum
VERSASTIQUE SQ 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Pail CALUMET Technical Pail 30.00 lbs --
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VERSASTIQUE SQ 40 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Pail
VERSASTIQUE LOW MELT ME 5 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum CALUMET Technical Drum 349.98 lbs --
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VERSASTIQUE LOW MELT ME 5 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum
VERSASTIQUE LOW MELT SQ 5 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum CALUMET Technical Drum 330.01 lbs --
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VERSASTIQUE LOW MELT SQ 5 T, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum

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Simplify formulating with multifunctional solid gels

Versastique by Penreco® is a line of multi-functional solid gels that provide formulators a better way to formulate through simplified creation of functional and aesthetic solid stick applications. The Versastique product line includes translucent and clear stick product bases. These solid gels are an ideal base for a wide range of natural, mineral, and synthetic ingredients. They also offer excellent performance and stability benefits. Versastique can be used in numerous stick product applications, such under eye foundation, topical analgesics, sunscreen, and deodorant.

COMPARISON TO COMMERCIAL BENCHMARKS

The Versastique product line provides formulators with bases to help develop softer stick products that have a similar transfer rate compared to commercialized benchmarks.

Benefits

Formulation Friendly

  • Efficient delivery system
  • Easy to use in formulating (simply melt and mix)

 

Cost Effective

  • Reduces the amount of structural material required to make a stick application

 

Versatility

  • Compatible with a wide variety of low polarity ingredients
  • Ideal for the spectrum of natural, mineral, and synthetic ingredients

 

Performance

  • Excellent suspension properties
  • Superior moisture delivery

 

Stability

  • Stabilizes and protects your active ingredients
  • No harsh chemicals – Versastique is milder to the skin than the soaps typically used as thickeners
  • Self-preserving formulation base:
    • Low moisture/low water activity
    • Resists growth/proliferation of microorganisms
    • Heat processed and micro-filtered
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Industry & Applications
IndustryApplications
Beauty & personal care
  • Cosmetics/make-up
  • Baby care
  • Body lotions
  • Oil gels
  • Hair conditioners
  • Moisturizers
  • Lip gloss
  • Lip balms
  • Lip sticks
  • Deodorants
  • Sun care
  • Anti-aging

Pharmaceuticals*

  • Antiperspirants
  • Sun care
  • Topical analgesics
  • Medicated lip care treatment
  • Wound & scar care
  • Dermatological products (e.g. acne & rosacea)
  • Opthalmic products

*Versastique products are all suitable for excipient or API formulations due to low microbial and moisture content, high purity, and protective characteristics. Versions with BHT available upon request.

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