Starphere G5-JA401

Jade Green Starch Granules for Visual Appeal and Color Transformation

INCI Name: Zea Mays (Corn) Starch / Microcrystalline Cellulose / Mannitol / Pigment

Starphere G5-JA401 adds a vibrant visual and sensory experience to formulations with jade green, biodegradable granules. Made from corn starch, these small spheres (200–700 μm) remain suspended in gels and creams, then burst upon rubbing to release a subtle wash of color. They are an excellent way to create transformative products that signal activity and engage the user.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Exfoliating Scrubs & Cleansers

Provides a gentle physical exfoliation and releases a burst of green color during use, creating an engaging and effective cleansing experience.
Rinse-Off Face Masks

Creates a visually appealing speckled appearance in the base formula and transforms with a color burst as the mask is massaged onto the skin.
Body Washes & Shower Gels

Adds a touch of luxury and visual flair, remaining suspended in sufficiently thick formulas and breaking down easily upon application without leaving residue.
Powder-to-Foam Cleansers

Incorporates easily into dry powder formulas, providing a visual cue of colorful particles that activate and dissolve upon contact with water.
Spa & Professional Treatments

Elevates the sensory experience of professional back bar products, providing a unique texture and color-releasing feature that delights clients.
Shampoos & Scalp Scrubs

Offers a mild scalp exfoliation while adding visual interest to the formula, breaking down easily during washing to rinse out cleanly.

How to Use Starphere G5-JA401 in Your Formulations

Understanding Starphere G5-JA401

Think of Starphere G5-JA401 as tiny, colorful spheres that hold a surprise inside. These jade green granules add a beautiful speckled look to your product right out of the bottle. When the product is rubbed onto the skin, the pressure and friction cause the delicate spheres to break, releasing the green pigment inside. This creates a fun and interactive “color-burst” effect that makes your product more engaging.

For the technical formulator, Starphere G5-JA401 is a multi-sensory delivery system based on a matrix of Zea Mays (Corn) Starch and Microcrystalline Cellulose, with Mannitol and pigment. This natural, biodegradable structure effectively encapsulates a pigment. The 200–700 μm particle size is optimized to be visually apparent in formulas while remaining pleasantly smooth and non-abrasive on the skin. The starch base contributes a soft, silky feel after the granule breaks.

Formulation Tips

Working with these granules is straightforward, but a few key tips will ensure success.

Usage Rate: 0.5%–3%. Start at ~1% for a noticeable speckled effect; increase for denser appearance or a stronger color burst.
When to Add: Add during the cool-down phase below 40°C (104°F). Heat can swell the starch and prematurely dissolve the granules.
Mixing: Use slow, gentle agitation. High shear (e.g., high-speed stick blending) can fracture the granules before filling.
Suspension: Ensure sufficient viscosity to keep 200–700 μm particles suspended. Ideal in thicker creams, pastes, and gels using common thickeners (e.g., xanthan gum, carbomers).

Key Performance Benefits

Stunning Visual Appeal: Adds jade green speckles with excellent shelf impact and a “detox” or nature-forward aesthetic.
Engaging Sensory Experience: Bursts on application for a transformative color-release moment that delights users.
Natural and Biodegradable: Starch-based, environmentally friendly granules that break down completely after use.
Gentle on Skin: Soft, spherical particles provide very mild physical exfoliation that breaks down easily without harsh abrasion.
Versatile Application: Elevates scrubs, cleansers, gels, masks, and more with both functional and aesthetic benefits.

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Benefits	Biodegradable, Clean & Natural, Multi-Sensory Experience, Natural Derived, Texture & Sensory, Visual Appeal & Color Burst
INCI Name	Zea Mays (Corn) Starch / Microcrystalline Cellulose / Mannitol / Pigment
Usage Rate	0.5%-3%
Particle Size	200-700 μm
Functional Type	Active-Loaded Granules, Delivery Systems, Starch-Based Beads
Phase Compatibility	Cool-Down Phase
Application Area	Body, Face, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Bath Products, Cleansers, Gels, Masks & Treatments, Shampoos
Certifications	Biodegradable, Cruelty-Free, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Vegan
Physical Form	Bead/Pearl

Frequently Asked Questions About Starphere G5-JA401

It adds a visual effect (jade green speckles) and a fun, interactive experience. When the product is rubbed on the skin, the green granules burst and release their color, making the product more engaging for the user.

We recommend a starting usage range of 0.5% to 3%. Use ~1% for a subtle speckled look, or increase to 2–3% for a more dramatic appearance and color burst.

Always add these granules at the end of the formulating process, during the cool-down phase when your product is below 40°C (104°F). Mix them in gently to avoid breaking them.

No. The pigment is designed for a temporary visual effect and washes away cleanly with water, leaving no color or residue on the skin.

The granules are large enough to be clearly visible as attractive green specks, yet small enough to feel smooth and gentle on the skin without grittiness.

Not recommended for very thin, watery formulas. Use in products with sufficient viscosity (gels, creams, scrubs) to keep the granules suspended evenly over time.

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