Tagra’s Microencapsulation Technology: Innovation for Cosmetic Formulations in the Philippines

In today’s beauty and personal care industry, innovation, effectiveness, and stability are essential. As consumers demand more advanced products, formulators must find a balance between functionality and creativity. Tagra Biotechnologies meets this challenge with its patented Microencapsulation Technology. This technology enhances the stability, compatibility, and performance of active ingredients, allowing brands to create products that are not only effective but also engaging for the senses and environmentally friendly.

What Is Microencapsulation Technology in Cosmetics?

Microencapsulation is a cutting-edge delivery system that protects active ingredients by enclosing them in tiny capsules. In cosmetics, this technology:

• Enhances ingredient stability and shelf life

• Controls the release of actives for maximum efficacy

• Allows formulators to combine otherwise incompatible ingredients

• Supports sustainable and eco-friendly formulations

Tagra’s microencapsulation platform goes beyond basic protection—it transforms formulations by improving performance, enhancing textures, and creating unique consumer experiences.

 

One of Tagra’s most advanced innovations is its Breakable Microcapsules, which utilize Release on Demand (RND™) technology. These capsules are designed explicitly for non-water-soluble ingredients and feature an impermeable yet elastic polymer shell. This shell only breaks when mechanical pressure is applied, such as when rubbed against the skin. As a result, the active ingredients are released in a stable, fresh, and controlled manner at precisely the right time. This technology helps overcome formulation incompatibilities, maintains ingredient integrity throughout the product’s shelf life, and creates unique visual or textural effects that enhance the consumer experience during application.

 

For sun care products, Tagra has developed SunCaps™, a line of unbreakable microcapsules that isolate and protect UV filters.

These transparent, cellulose-based capsules are suitable for both organic and inorganic UV filters. They enhance UV performance by reducing degradation, offering better photostability and formulation longevity. Importantly, SunCaps™ are manufactured with environmentally friendly, biodegradable materials, supporting the growing need for sustainable product design.

 

Another breakthrough lies in Tagra’s water-soluble capsule technology. Many beneficial compounds used in hair, scalp, and skin treatments are poorly soluble in water, which limits their efficacy and usability. Tagra addresses this by converting non-water-soluble ingredients into water-dispersible powders through a complexation process involving polymers, medium-chain fatty acids, and spray drying. The result is an innovative delivery system that enhances solubility without compromising the performance of the ingredients. Examples include WS SA50™ (a water-soluble version of salicylic acid) and WS Biotin™, which offer superior application versatility for formulators.

 

The benefits of encapsulation extend beyond the delivery of ingredients. Tagra’s technology ensures enhanced formulation stability by minimizing degradation, color shifts, and odor changes, thus improving shelf life and product consistency. This opens the door to more creative combinations that would typically be incompatible in traditional formulations. Its capsules are also incredibly flexible in their integration; they can be added at the final step of the formulation process without the need for heating or high-shear mixing. This speeds up product development and simplifies manufacturing, with no special equipment required.

 

From a production standpoint, Tagra’s encapsulated materials maintain their structural integrity during scale-up, ensuring consistency from lab to line. Their environmentally conscious design, based on natural-origin, biodegradable cellulose polymers, aligns well with green chemistry trends and sustainability targets across the beauty industry. Additionally, their oil-to-powder transformation reduces processing and clean-up time, making them ideal for modern production environments.

 

From Breakable RND™ capsules to SunCaps™ UV protection and water-soluble actives, Tagra Biotechnologies is redefining cosmetic formulation innovation.

For formulators in the Philippines, this is the perfect opportunity to create high-performance, sustainable, and market-ready products. Partner with DKSH and Tagra today to request samples and unlock next-generation formulation possibilities. Register on Discover to request a sample or schedule a consultation with the Philippines Team!

 

FAQs on Tagra’s Microencapsulation Technology

1. What makes Tagra’s Breakable Microcapsules unique?

Tagra’s RND™ capsules release active ingredients only when applied to the skin, ensuring maximum freshness, potency, and stability.

2. How does SunCaps™ improve sunscreen formulations?

SunCaps™ microcapsules protect UV filters from degradation, improve photostability, and enable eco-friendly sun care formulations.

3. Why choose water-soluble WS SA50™ and WS Biotin™?

These water-dispersible ingredients enhance solubility, allowing for gentler, more effective formulations in skin and hair care products.

4. Can Tagra’s capsules be added late in formulation?

Yes! Capsules are heat-stable and can be added at the final step, reducing production time and complexity.

5. Where can formulators in the Philippines request samples?

You can register on DKSH Discover to request samples or schedule a consultation with the DKSH Philippines team.