Confetti has several advantages over other delivery systems. Liposomes are usually limited to loading with hydrophilic active ingredients, while Confetti delivery systems are lipophilic in nature. Also, the structural and thermodynamic stability of liposomes and multiple emulsions is questionable, especially in complex formulations containing emulsifiers and other surfactants.

Decorative microcapsules usually consist of cross-linked gelatin membranes or cellulosics. These capsules are most often either very fragile, to the point where they are ruptured during processing; or in the case of gelatin capsules, they are sometimes too hard, thereby resulting in poor rub-in quality and must be rinsed off the skin. Confetti, on the other hand, has an excellent balance of structural integrity and rub-in characteristics. The flakes always rub completely into the skin without applying any extra pressure.

Confetti is supplied as a viscous concentrated suspension in a hydrophilic polymeric gel. To formulate, just add several percent of the convenient gel suspension into your product and stir with any low shear mixer. Just avoid over-mixing. You can even mix different colors or actives for virtually an unlimited product line.

Confetti will be available in a variety of colors including gold and silver. They will be formulated to contain a variety of active ingredients such as Vitamins A Palmitate and Vitamin E Acetate; and counter-irritants such as Allantoin and Stearyl Glycerrhetinate. United-Guardian also has the ability to incorporate oil soluble botanical extracts, natural or synthetic fragrances, dermatological ingredients and just about any oil soluble active that is functional at low concentrations. United-Guardian will work with you and your customer to design your unique system.