HLB EFFECT ON DOUBLE EMULSION (DONE IN COLLABORATION WITH ADEMTECH)

INTRODUCTION

Double emulsions are colloidal systems of great interest for

the cosmetics industry as they enable to encapsulate both

hydrophilic and lipophilic molecules. However, their

formulation is very delicate and requires an important know

how. Their characterization is also quite limited with classical

techniques that, for most of them require dilution (particle

size), or are not quantitative (microscopy).

In this application note, a method to formulate and optimize

a double emulsion is shown using the Turbiscan™ technology.