{"id":3987,"date":"2016-05-03T10:15:55","date_gmt":"2016-05-03T08:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mirror.s-vt.net\/duschgele\/"},"modified":"2026-10-26T15:23:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T14:23:22","slug":"shower-gels","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.s-vt.net\/en\/shower-gels\/","title":{"rendered":"Shower Gels"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class='page-content' style=''  ><section class='container'><div class='row' style=''><div class='col-md-12 ' style=''><div class='cma-wysiwyg-editor'><p class=\"svt-lead2\">A good shower gel brings together raw materials with very different properties. The result should be a stable, pleasantly thick product that cleans well. We plan and supply homogenising mixers that make this process safe and efficient. You can find more solutions in our <a href=\"\/cosmetics\/?lang=en\">cosmetics<\/a> section.<\/p><div class=\"svt-ptiles\"><div class=\"svt-ptile\"><i class=\"fa fa-arrow-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><strong>Powder induction<\/strong><span>Powder is drawn in below the liquid level, free of lumps.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"svt-ptile\"><i class=\"fa fa-compress\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><strong>Vacuum-proof<\/strong><span>No air in the product and no unwanted foam.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"svt-ptile\"><i class=\"fa fa-tachometer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><strong>pH control<\/strong><span>Optional measurement in the homogeniser chamber.<\/span><\/div><\/div><h2>What is in a shower gel?<\/h2><p>Most <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Shower_gel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shower gels<\/a> are based on an aqueous surfactant solution. Other ingredients each have a clear task:<\/p><div class=\"svt-kgrid svt-kgrid-3\"><div class=\"svt-kcard\"><i class=\"fa fa-tint\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><h3>Surfactants<\/h3><p>They provide the cleaning effect. The pH value should be around 5.5.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"svt-kcard\"><i class=\"fa fa-leaf\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><h3>Re-fatting oils<\/h3><p>Emulsifiers such as lecithin, fatty alcohols or glyceryl laurates distribute the oils evenly. This requires reliable <a href=\"\/emulsification\/?lang=en\">emulsification<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"svt-kcard\"><i class=\"fa fa-flask\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><h3>Thickeners and gelling agents<\/h3><p>Xanthan, cellulose, alginate or polyglycerol esters give the product its pleasant texture.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h2>Requirements for the mixing plant<\/h2><p>Production is a multi-stage process. Homogenising mixers should therefore be well equipped:<\/p><ul class=\"svt-checks\"><li>Induction of water and powder below the liquid level, right at the <a href=\"\/dispersion\/?lang=en\">dispersing tool<\/a><\/li><li>A vacuum-proof design that keeps air out<\/li><li>A scraper system that works in both directions, combined with vertical and horizontal agitators for high-viscosity products<\/li><li>Optional pH monitoring in the homogeniser chamber<\/li><li>Aseptic GMP design with an integrated <a href=\"\/cip-sip-systems\/?lang=en\">CIP system<\/a> under the lid<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"svt-knote\">Such a mixer is often also suitable for <a href=\"\/shampoo\/?lang=en\">shampoo<\/a> or bubble baths. We are happy to advise whether a new or a used plant is the better fit.<\/p><h2>FAQ: Producing shower gel<\/h2><h3>What is shower gel made of?<\/h3><p>Mainly water and cleansing surfactants, plus thickeners (e.g. salt, xanthan, cellulose derivatives), re-fatting oils with emulsifiers, fragrances, care ingredients and preservatives. The pH is usually around 5.5.<\/p><h3>How is shower gel produced industrially?<\/h3><p>Surfactants are dissolved in water, powders and thickeners are drawn in under vacuum, additives are mixed in, and pH and viscosity are adjusted. Large volumes are also produced continuously.<\/p><h3>How are foam and air inclusions avoided?<\/h3><p>By working under vacuum, adding powders and liquids below the liquid level and using adapted speeds.<\/p><h3>Which machine is suitable for shower gel?<\/h3><p>Vacuum homogenising mixers with scraper agitator, powder and liquid induction, optional pH measurement in the homogeniser chamber and CIP cleaning.<\/p><h3>Does SEEFRIED supply plants for shower gel and shampoo?<\/h3><p>Yes, we plan batch and continuous plants and offer inspected used homogenising mixers.<\/p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Service\",\"name\":\"Process plants for shower gel production\",\"description\":\"Planning and supply of vacuum homogenising mixers and continuous plants for shower gels.\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.s-vt.net\/shower-gels\/?lang=en\",\"provider\":{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.s-vt.net\/#seefried\",\"name\":\"SEEFRIED Verfahrenstechnik GmbH\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.s-vt.net\/\",\"telephone\":\"+49 4203 789492\"},\"areaServed\":\"Worldwide\"},{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is shower gel made of?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Mainly water and cleansing surfactants, plus thickeners (e.g. salt, xanthan, cellulose derivatives), re-fatting oils with emulsifiers, fragrances, care ingredients and preservatives. 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