| A. Dehydroxanthan gum (Amaze XT polymer, Azko Nobel) | 0.85% w/w |
| B. Water (aqua) | 50.00 |
| C. Tapioca starch (Naviance Tapioca certified organic biopolymer, Azko Nobel) | 2.50 |
| D. Deionized water (aqua) | 44.95 |
| Glycerin (vegetable grade) | 0.25 |
| E. Sodium benzoate | 1.00 |
| Benzyl alcohol | 0.25 |
| Hydrolyzed wheat protein (and) hydrolyzed wheat starch (and) water (aqua) | 0.20 |
| 100.00 |
Procedure: Without heat, slowly sift A into B with good agitation (700 rpm), until completely dispersed. Reduce mixing speed to 400 rpm and mix for 15 min to completely hydrate. In a separate mixing vessel, sift C into D with good agitation (~ 400 rpm) and mix until completely dispersed. Slowly add CD to AB. Continue mixing at ~ 400 rpm and heat to 80°C. Hold for 25 min. Cool to 45°C before adding E in order. Mix until homogenous. Fill containers. Viscosity: 15,000–20,000 cps; Brkfld Heliopath Spindle #T-C /10 rpm; pH 5.0–7.0
*Note: Formula provided courtesy of Akzo Nobel; naturally derived ingredients in this styling gel provide moderate stiffness with humidity resistance and a pleasant aesthetic feel. Tapioca starch offers texture and hold with excellent aesthetics while dehydroxanthan gum polymer yields rheology and high humidity hold.