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  • Microencapsulation
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    • PMU Beads
    • Water Beads
    • Coacervation
  • Particle Coating and Surface Modification
  • Dispersions
  • Spray Drying
  • Grinding
  • Prilling/Melt Spraying
  • Additional Technologies
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Water Beads

Water Beads are an innovative way to deliver water-soluble active ingredients to the skin and hair using a patented AVEKA method. The beads form a dry free-flowing powder that liquefies upon gentle rubbing. Plans are in-house to do additional research to strengthen the shell.

Typical Core Materials
Water that may contain additives such as fragrances and other water soluble and water dispersible materials.

Wall Material
Hydrophobic fumed silica

Release Mechanism
Gentle rubbing

Capsules: Core-shell capsules that are 20-200 microns in diameter. The current beads are stable, but fairly fragile and will not maintain their integrity after being frozen.

Present Production Capacity: At least 250 kg per day

Advantages of Water Beads: Water beads make a dry flowable powder that carries liquid water. The beads may be used to carry hydrophilic fragrances and actives for release in personal care products when the beads are rubbed in the hands, and they produce a cool feeling upon release.