Hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC) - Premium Cosmetic Thickener, Stabilizer & Viscosity Modifier

Elevate your cosmetic and soap formulations with Hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC), a professional-grade thickening and gelling agent derived from natural cellulose. This versatile ingredient creates crystal-clear gels and enhances product texture in personal care formulations.

What is Hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC)?

HEC is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer widely used in cosmetics, cleaning solutions, personal care products, and household formulations. As a cellulose derivative, it provides reliable thickening properties while maintaining product clarity and stability.

Key Benefits & Uses

• Crystal Clear Results: Produces transparent, professional-quality gel products without cloudiness.
• Versatile Thickening Agent: Effectively thickens shampoos, body washes, shower gels, liquid soaps, and cosmetic emulsions.
• Aqueous Phase Thickener: Ideal for water-based cosmetic and personal care formulations.
• Stabilizer Properties: Improves product stability and texture consistency.
• Easy to Use: Water-soluble formula disperses readily with proper mixing technique.
• Professional Grade: Trusted by soap makers, cosmetic formulators, and DIY skincare enthusiasts.

Perfect For Making

• Clear gel hand soaps and body washes
• Thickened shampoos and conditioners
• Cosmetic emulsions and lotions
• DIY skincare formulations
• Cleaning solutions
• Personal care products requiring viscosity control

How to Use HEC

1. Disperse in Water: Add Hydroxyethyl cellulose to room temperature water with neutral pH.
2. Mix Thoroughly: Stir vigorously or use a blender to disperse the powder evenly.
3. Allow Hydration: Continue mixing until HEC is completely dissolved and reaches desired consistency.
4. Adjust as Needed: Fine-tune thickness by adjusting concentration.

Important Usage Tips

• Temperature & pH: Higher temperatures and higher pH levels decrease hydration time but may cause lumping.
• Best Practice: Add HEC to room temperature water with neutral pH for optimal results and smooth consistency.
• Mixing Method: Vigorous stirring or blending ensures proper dispersion and prevents clumping.

Product Information

• Chemical Name: Hydroxyethylcellulose
• Type: Non-ionic water-soluble polymer
• Origin: Derived from cellulose
• Form: Powder
• Solubility: Water-soluble
• Applications: Cosmetics, personal care, soap making, cleaning products

Processing & Shipping

• Processing Time: 5-7 business days
• Shipping Method: Via Post Office
• Delivery Time - Jamaica: 3-5 business days
• Delivery Time - UK and Caribbean: 2-6 weeks

Important - International Buyers

CUSTOMS & IMPORT FEES: International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, or import fees charged upon entry to their country. These fees are NOT included in the item price or shipping cost and must be paid to the shipping carrier or postal service prior to delivery. Please be aware of your country's import policies before purchasing.

Why Choose Our HEC?

We supply high-quality Hydroxyethylcellulose suitable for professional soap making, cosmetic formulation, and DIY personal care products. Whether you're a small-batch artisan or experienced formulator, our HEC delivers consistent, reliable thickening performance for your creations.

Order your Hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC) thickener today and achieve professional-quality texture in your handmade cosmetics and soap formulations.