Vellaplex™ MB

Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer

100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Film Former

Vellaplex™ MB is a natural film-forming polymer optimized for moisture retention and cushiony sensory profile.

  • Reduce mascara smudging
  • Moisture retention
  • Replace acrylate-based soft film formers
  • Liquid, pourable fluid
  • Readily biodegradable
  • Entirely plant based
  • Advanced polymer structure
  • COSMOS approved
  • Breathable, cushiony sensory profile

Suitable for all applications

Standards & Certifications

100% Natural
100% USDA certified biobased content
Natural Origin Index: 1.0
Readily Biodegradable
COSMOS Approved
NATRUE Approved
NSF/ANSI 305 Approved
Clean Beauty Preferred
Halal Certified
Vegan & Cruelty-free
RSPO Mass Balance Certified
Kosher Compliant
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Additional Information

How to Use

Recommended Use Level: 1 - 50%

Use Instruction: Add to oil phase, can be used in hot or cold process

Sustainable Design

Sustainability is embedded in Inolex's design philosophy. Vellaplex™ MB design was guided by the Principles of Green Chemistry and life cycle thinking.

Green Chemistry & Sustainable Life Cycle Highlights:

    • non-persistent in the environment
    • water is only reaction byproduct
    • non-irritating to skin or eyes
    • solvent-free process
    • 100% renewable plant feedstocks
    • readily biodegradable

Primary Feedstocks

  • Coconut
  • Castor
  • Palm

For more information about the origin and processing of this ingredient, please request a Technical & Regulatory Dossier.

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The Solid Moisturizer

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