Pentacare NA

Pentacare NA at a glance

Pentacare NA is a water-soluble liquid active for a quick tightening and smoothing look. The supplier lists express masks and serums used before going out, care for the eye contour, creams for the décolleté and creams and gels for the chin and jawline area. It is added to the water phase during cool-down. Confirm the full INCI and dose on the certificate of analysis.

Instant results

Most appearance-focused cosmetic actives need weeks of regular use before results show. Instant-effect actives work differently: they form a fine film on the skin surface that tightens slightly as it dries, so the skin looks smoother and firmer within minutes. Consumers love this kind of visible, immediate result before a party, a meeting or a photo. Combined with long-term actives, an instant effect makes a product feel effective from day one.

Flash products

Flash or express products form a small but loyal category: ampoules, gels and masks used before an event. They are often sold in single-use vials, which adds a premium feel. Pentacare NA fits this category directly.

Formats

Express masks

Gel and sheet masks used for a few minutes before going out.

Flash serums

Light serums with a visible tightening effect.

Eye contour gels

Light gels for a smoother, tighter-looking eye area.

Décolleté creams

Firming care for the chest area.

Chin and jawline gels

Contouring gels and creams for a more defined lower face.

How to use it

Add Pentacare NA to the water phase below 40 °C and stir until uniform. Film-forming actives work best in light gels and serums with a low oil content, because heavy emollients soften the film. Avoid high levels of glycerin, which can make the film feel sticky.

Partners

Instant-effect products gain from long-term firming actives. Acetyl hexapeptide-8 adds an expression-line story, and caffeine supports a de-puffed look in eye gels. More concentrates are listed in the actives catalog.

Characteristics

Form: liquid concentrate. Solubility: water. Phase: water, cool-down. Listed uses: express masks and serums, eye contour care, décolleté creams, creams and gels for the chin and jawline area. Full INCI and dose: stated on the CoA supplied with each lot.

Express tightening gel recipe, 100 g

Distilled water 85.70 g, Pentacare NA 6.00 g, glycerin 1.50 g, propanediol 2.00 g, hydroxyethylcellulose 1.00 g, sodium hyaluronate 0.10 g, caffeine 1.00 g, panthenol 0.50 g, allantoin 0.20 g, phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin 1.00 g, citric acid solution 0.50 g, polyglyceryl-4 caprate 0.50 g. Hydrate the cellulose in water, dissolve hyaluronate, caffeine, panthenol and allantoin, add glycerin and propanediol, then add Pentacare NA and the preservative below 40 °C and adjust the pH to about 5.5.

Application advice

Apply a thin layer on clean skin and let it dry completely before makeup. A thick layer can feel tight or flake. Recommend gentle upward strokes along the jawline and patting around the eyes. Makeup applies smoothly on top once the film is dry.

Who it is for

Busy consumers who want a quick refresh before events, brides, presenters and anyone preparing for photos form the main audience. Salons can offer an express mask as a short add-on service.

Dose guidance

Follow the technical sheet. Express masks and flash serums use the upper end of the range.

Testing

Profilometry and standardized photos taken before application and one hour after support instant smoothing and tightening wording.

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool place, away from direct light and heat.