Hydrogel
Biodance's hydrogel combines a range of gel-forming ingredients with essence to create a three-dimensional gel network. Moisture and essence are held throughout this structure, allowing the hydrogel to maintain a high moisture content. Unlike liquid, the resulting hydrogel holds its shape, while gently conforming to the contours of the skin for a close, comfortable fit.
Even when the same ingredients are used, the design of the 3D gel network can influence not only moisture retention, adherence, and the overall feeling, but also how the ingredients are delivered to the skin. Hydrogel technology is therefore defined not only by what the formula contains, but also by the structure through which its moisture and ingredients are held and delivered.
Biodance engineers a tailored combination of gel-forming ingredients for the specific properties and purpose of each formula. This creates a stable 3D gel network that holds a rich concentration of moisture and essence while maintaining its shape and close adherence to the skin.
What it is
Here's a closer look at the network introduced above.
Hydrogel is a moisture-rich 3D gel matrix. Countless molecular chains connect like a net to form a three-dimensional structure capable of holding a high level of moisture, allowing the gel to remain soft and hydrated over time.
This hydrogel base is not created from a single ingredient. It is formed through a combination of gel-forming ingredients, each with different properties, that interact with water to build a 3D gel network capable of holding moisture and essence.
This structure is what fundamentally sets Biodance hydrogel masks apart from conventional sheet masks.
Why use hydrogel instead of a fabric sheet?
Traditional sheet masks rely on fabric to carry a liquid essence. A Biodance mask takes a different approach: the hydrogel itself forms the mask.
| Traditional sheet mask | Biodance No-Mesh Hydrogel | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Nonwoven fabric saturated with liquid essence | Essence held within a solid hydrogel structure, with no fabric backing |
| Moisture | Exposed liquid can evaporate as the sheet dries | Hydrogel helps slow moisture loss during wear |
| Fit | Flat fabric may lift around facial curves | Flexible gel conforms closely to the contours of the face |
| Wear | Liquid essence may drip and the fabric may shift | Solid gel stays close to the skin without loose liquid |
That is what we mean by No-Mesh: no fabric backing, just a flexible, essence-rich hydrogel designed to remain in close contact with the skin.
Five things our hydrogel mask does
| Function | Detail | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Hold Essence | A 3D gel structure holds the essence in solid form | Actives reach skin as formulated |
| Hug Skin | Flexes to the curves of the face | Less slipping, more comfort |
| Stay Longer | Comfortable to wear for hours, even overnight | Time for actives to absorb |
| Feel Cooling | Cools on contact | You feel it start working |
| Transform | Turns clear as it works | You can see absorption |