Starphere KE23CP30-01

Color-Changing Charcoal Beads for Visual Detoxification and Deep Cleansing

INCI Name: Mannitol, Charcoal Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Sucrose, Hydrogenated Starch Phosphate, CI 77891(US: Titanium Dioxide), Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ultramarine

Starphere KE23CP30-01 encapsulates the purifying power of activated bamboo charcoal within innovative color-changing beads. Initially light blue, the beads break with gentle massage to release black charcoal, visually signaling activation. Optimized for rinse-off products, they deliver deep cleansing, sebum absorption, and mild exfoliation—ideal for engaging and effective detoxifying formulations across cleansers, masks, and scrubs.

Solubility Notes:

Beads are dispersible in o/w, w/o, and anhydrous systems. Add in the final phase under low-shear mixing (below 40°C) to maintain integrity. Beads break with gentle rubbing during application to release the charcoal active.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Detoxifying Facial Cleansers

Creates a satisfying color-change effect in daily cleansers, visually signaling the release of purifying charcoal to deep clean pores.
Purifying Facial Masks

Enhances clay or cream masks with a burst of charcoal upon application, boosting adsorption of toxins and excess oil.
Exfoliating Body Washes & Scrubs

Adds gentle physical exfoliation and powerful cleansing properties to body care products, leaving skin feeling smooth and clarified.
Pore-Refining Treatments

Ideal for targeted formulas that help minimize the appearance of pores and control shine in oily and acne-prone skin.
Clarifying Scalp Scrubs

Purifies the scalp by absorbing product buildup, excess sebum, and impurities to promote a healthier scalp environment.
Novelty Bar Soaps

Embeds within melt-and-pour or cold-process soaps to add visual appeal and a detoxifying burst when used.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Starphere KE23CP30-01

How Color-Changing Charcoal Beads Work

Starphere KE23CP30-01 utilizes a unique encapsulation technology. The core active, activated charcoal powder, is contained within a solid matrix of mannitol and cellulose. This matrix remains intact within a formula yet breaks down easily under the mechanical pressure of rubbing. Upon application, the spheres rupture and release the entrapped black charcoal, creating a visible color transformation from light blue to grey that signals activation. The highly porous charcoal then adsorbs impurities, excess sebum, and environmental pollutants, helping to draw them away from the skin’s surface and pores for a clarified, deeply cleansed feel.

Formulation Guidelines

These insoluble beads are designed for easy incorporation and maximum visual impact. Disperse them in the final phase of your formulation under low-shear mixing to maintain bead integrity. For emulsions (o/w or w/o), add during the cool-down phase below 40°C. For anhydrous or w/s systems, add at any point using gentle agitation. Formulate within pH 5.0–8.0, and avoid high-shear homogenization after addition. Recommended usage level is 0.5% to 5%, adjusting for desired visual density and cleansing intensity.

Key Formulation Benefits

Engaging Visual Cue: Color-change technology provides a satisfying “proof of action” as beads turn grey upon release of charcoal.
Potent Detoxification: Activated charcoal adsorbs impurities, metabolic waste, and pollutants to promote a clearer-looking complexion.
Superior Sebum Control: Helps absorb excess oil, reducing shine and the appearance of enlarged pores.
Gentle Exfoliation: Beads provide mild physical exfoliation as they break down during massage, aiding removal of dead skin cells.
Versatile Application: Compatible with rinse-off gels, o/w and w/o emulsions, and anhydrous bases across face, body, and scalp care.
Enhanced Stability: Encapsulation isolates charcoal until use, minimizing interaction with other formula components.

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Benefits	Acne Treatment, Pore Refining, Sebum Control, Specialized Treatments
INCI Name	Mannitol, Charcoal Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Sucrose, Hydrogenated Starch Phosphate, CI 77891(US: Titanium Dioxide), Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ultramarine
Usage Rate	0.5%-5%
Active Type	Activated Charcoal & Carbon, Mineral Complexes & Actives
Solubility	Water-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face, Scalp
Physical Form	Powder
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Vegan

Frequently Asked Questions About Starphere KE23CP30-01

The beads feature a light blue sugar/cellulose matrix with mineral pigments. Rubbing the product breaks the beads and releases black activated charcoal, shifting the appearance to grey as the active is deployed.

Use 0.5% to 5%. Choose lower levels for subtle daily cleanser effects and higher levels for intensive masks and scrubs.

No. The beads break down into fine cellulose and charcoal particles that are non-comedogenic and rinse cleanly from the skin.

They are designed for rinse-off applications such as cleansers, masks, and scrubs. The charcoal and bead remnants are intended to be washed away after use.

Add them in the final phase during the cool-down stage (below 40°C) with gentle, low-shear mixing to keep the spheres intact.

Deep purification, excess oil and impurity adsorption, visible pore refinement, plus a unique color-change experience and mild physical exfoliation during application.

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