SesaFlash

SesaFlash, an instant smoothing-look active

SesaFlash is a cosmetic active from Seppic. The manufacturer gives the INCI as Glycerin (and) Acrylates Copolymer (and) VP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester (and) Hydrolyzed Sesame Protein PG-Propyl Methylsilanediol. It combines film-forming polymers with a modified sesame protein, so it forms a fine film on the skin that gives an immediate tightened, smoother look and a moisturized feel. Buy SesaFlash from $39.99 for a 1 oz trial pack, with larger bulk packs up to 32 oz for leave-on and rinse-off formulas and wholesale quotes for brand volumes.

The flash effect

The appeal of SesaFlash is speed: products with it are sold for a visible smoothing and tightening-look effect within minutes, before an event or under makeup. Typical finished products are flash lifting serums, eye contour gels, primers, tightening masks and firming-look creams. Seppic recommends 5 to 10%, and its tests used 10%.

Building a flash serum

A clear flash serum often combines SesaFlash with a moisturizer such as hyaluronic acid liquid and a peptide for a longer-term story, for example Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 + Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Liquid. You will find more film-forming and appearance-focused cosmetic ingredients in our cosmetic actives section.

Processing

Add SesaFlash to a gel or to an emulsion at the end of the process and mix gently. Higher levels give a stronger film, so check the feel and possible pilling under makeup in the finished product. It ships from Florida, usually within 1 to 2 business days, in the pack sizes shown above, and US shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.