Aqualock Gel Product Guide
AquaLock Gel™
Intensive Hydration and Moisture-Locking Gel
A lightweight but substantial facial gel designed to provide sustained hydration, support the skin barrier and leave the skin feeling smooth, comfortable and conditioned.
AquaLock Gel™ contains the same multi-component hydration and antioxidant system as AquaLock Serum™, presented in a thicker gel format through the addition of 4.5% silica.
The gel format provides greater body, cushioning and surface residence while retaining the lightweight character of the underlying Green Micellar™ formulation.
Best suited for:
Dehydrated skin, dryness, tightness, rough texture, compromised skin comfort and routines requiring a more substantial moisturising step.
Routine position:
Hydrating gel, moisturising treatment or final serum-layering step.
AquaLock Gel™ and AquaLock Serum™ Are Separate Products
AquaLock Gel™ and AquaLock Serum™ are two separate products with different SKUs.
They contain the same principal hydration and antioxidant system, but their textures and preferred uses differ.
AquaLock Serum™
A lighter, more fluid product suitable for:
- lightweight hydration;
- layering beneath other products;
- customers who prefer a serum texture;
- humid conditions;
- oilier or combination skin;
- use beneath sunscreen or makeup.
AquaLock Gel™
A thicker gel product suitable for:
- more substantial hydration;
- improved surface cushioning;
- use as a moisturising step;
- drier or more dehydrated skin;
- evening routines;
- application after active-treatment serums.
Customers do not ordinarily need to use both AquaLock Gel™ and AquaLock Serum™ in the same routine.
Product bundles and routine recommendations should nominate the format most appropriate to the intended customer and routine.
What AquaLock Gel™ Is Designed to Do
With consistent use, AquaLock Gel™ is designed to:
- provide immediate and sustained hydration;
- help reduce the feeling of dryness and tightness;
- support the skin’s moisture-retention system;
- leave the skin feeling smoother and more comfortable;
- help improve the appearance of dry or rough skin;
- support skin barrier condition;
- provide a cushioning gel layer after treatment serums;
- support skin exposed to environmental stress;
- provide complementary antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits;
- improve routine comfort when using stronger active products.
AquaLock Gel™ is a cosmetic product. Results vary according to skin condition, application frequency, environmental conditions and the products used alongside it.
How to Use
Morning or evening
- Cleanse the face and neck.
- Apply any treatment serum first.
- Apply 1-2 pumps of AquaLock Gel™.
- Spread gently over the face and neck.
- Allow the gel to settle before applying sunscreen or makeup.
- During the morning, finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen.
AquaLock Gel™ may be used:
- as the principal moisturising product;
- after Youthful CEFQ Serum™;
- after Q-Retinol Pro Serum™;
- after Q-Peptide Pro Serum™;
- on its own when the skin requires simple hydration support.
Use a thin, even layer. Applying excessive product may increase surface residue or pilling.
Suggested Morning Routine
Cleanse → Youthful CEFQ Serum™ → AquaLock Gel™ → Sunscreen
This combination is most appropriate for customers who want:
- daytime antioxidant support;
- a more substantial hydration step;
- improved skin comfort;
- support beneath sunscreen.
For customers who prefer a lighter daytime routine, AquaLock Serum™ may be a more suitable alternative.
Suggested Evening Routine
Cleanse → Treatment Serum → AquaLock Gel™
Depending on the customer’s needs, the treatment serum may be:
- Q-Retinol Pro Serum™;
- Q-Peptide Pro Serum™;
- Youthful CEFQ Serum™;
- another compatible Micellar Cosmetics treatment serum.
AquaLock Gel™ is applied after the treatment serum to provide hydration, cushioning and moisture retention.
Key Hydration System
AquaLock Gel™ contains a broad multi-component hydration system.
Sodium PCA and Sodium Lactate
These are components associated with the skin’s natural moisturising factor.
They help attract and retain water and support skin comfort.
Urea
Urea is a recognised skin-conditioning and moisturising ingredient that supports hydration and helps improve the feel of dry or rough skin.
Trehalose
Trehalose supports moisture retention and helps condition skin exposed to environmental stress.
Panthenol
Panthenol provides moisturising and soothing support and helps improve skin softness and comfort.
Beta-Glucan
Beta-Glucan supports hydration, skin comfort and the appearance of resilience.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate is a water-binding ingredient that helps improve surface hydration and skin smoothness.
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice
Aloe Vera contributes complementary hydration and skin-soothing support.
Propanediol
Propanediol functions as a humectant and formulation support ingredient, helping improve moisture delivery and product spread.
Moisture-Locking and Emollient Support
AquaLock Gel™ also contains lightweight lipid-compatible ingredients.
Squalane
Squalane helps soften the skin and reduce the feeling of dryness without creating a heavy greasy finish.
Isoamyl Laurate
Isoamyl Laurate provides lightweight emollience and improves spreadability and skin feel.
Green Micellar™ Formulation System
The Green Micellar™ system allows water-compatible and oil-compatible ingredients to be incorporated into one integrated formulation.
This supports delivery of hydration, emollient and antioxidant components within a lightweight gel format.
The Role of Silica
AquaLock Gel™ contains 4.5% silica to convert the fluid AquaLock Serum™ base into a structured gel.
Silica contributes:
- increased viscosity;
- gel structure;
- improved product body;
- surface cushioning;
- controlled spread;
- a soft-focus and silky sensory effect;
- reduced fluid movement after application.
The silica changes the texture and application behaviour of the product but does not change the principal active system inherited from AquaLock Serum™.
Depending on skin type, application quantity and the products applied beneath it, the silica-containing gel may feel more substantial than the serum format.
Antioxidant and Skin-Conditioning Support
AquaLock Gel™ includes complementary antioxidant ingredients.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
A stabilised vitamin C derivative that supports antioxidant protection and brighter, healthier-looking skin.
Natural Mixed Tocotrienols
Vitamin E-family antioxidants that provide lipid-phase antioxidant support.
Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 supports antioxidant protection and the appearance of skin vitality.
Ferulic Acid
Ferulic Acid contributes complementary polyphenolic antioxidant support.
Green Tea Leaf Extract
Green Tea provides botanical antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Resveratrol and Quercetin
These polyphenolic compounds contribute to the broader antioxidant system.
The antioxidant system is secondary to the product’s principal hydration and moisture-locking role.
Additional Skin-Support Ingredients
Creatine
Creatine supports the appearance of skin vitality and overall conditioning.
Lactobacillus Ferment
Lactobacillus Ferment contributes skin-conditioning and formulation-support benefits.
Gluconolactone
Gluconolactone provides humectant and formulation-support functions and may contribute mild skin-conditioning benefits.
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid supports formulation pH and also contributes to skin hydration at appropriate cosmetic-use levels.
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Phytate functions primarily as a chelating and formulation-stability ingredient.
Recommended Product Pairings
AquaLock Gel™ should be nominated specifically where a thicker hydration product is preferred.
With Youthful CEFQ Serum™
Morning:
Youthful CEFQ Serum™ → AquaLock Gel™ → Sunscreen
Recommended for normal, dry or dehydrated skin requiring antioxidant and more substantial hydration support.
For lighter daytime hydration, nominate AquaLock Serum™ instead.
With Q-Retinol Pro Serum™
Evening:
Q-Retinol Pro Serum™ → AquaLock Gel™
This is the preferred pairing where additional hydration and cushioning are required during retinol use.
AquaLock Gel™ may help improve routine comfort where retinol use is associated with dryness or tightness.
It does not prevent all retinol-related irritation and should not be used to justify excessive retinol frequency.
With Q-Peptide Pro Serum™
Morning or evening:
Q-Peptide Pro Serum™ → AquaLock Gel™
This pairing provides peptide-focused treatment followed by a more substantial hydration layer.
It is suitable for customers seeking skin-conditioning, hydration and visible resilience support.
AquaLock Gel™ or AquaLock Serum™?
Choose AquaLock Gel™ where the customer:
- has dry or dehydrated skin;
- prefers a thicker texture;
- needs a more substantial evening moisturising step;
- wants hydration after retinol use;
- prefers a gel rather than a fluid serum;
- experiences tightness or surface dryness.
Choose AquaLock Serum™ where the customer:
- prefers a lighter fluid texture;
- has combination or oilier skin;
- lives in hot or humid conditions;
- wants easy layering beneath sunscreen;
- prefers minimal surface residue;
- requires lightweight hydration.
Do not describe one format as universally better than the other. The choice depends primarily on texture preference, skin condition and routine position.
What to Expect
Immediately after application
The skin should feel:
- hydrated;
- smoother;
- cushioned;
- soft;
- comfortable;
- conditioned without a conventional heavy cream texture.
With continued use
Regular use may support:
- improved skin hydration;
- reduced appearance of dryness;
- smoother-looking texture;
- improved skin comfort;
- a more supple appearance;
- improved tolerance of a structured skincare routine.
Hydration benefits depend on regular application and the customer’s overall cleansing, treatment and environmental exposure.
Texture and Application Guidance
Because AquaLock Gel™ contains 4.5% silica:
- begin with a small amount;
- spread gently rather than rubbing repeatedly;
- allow preceding serums to absorb first;
- allow the gel to settle before sunscreen or makeup;
- reduce the quantity if pilling occurs;
- avoid layering too many silicone-rich, powder-rich or highly film-forming products over it.
Pilling does not necessarily indicate product instability. It may result from excessive application, insufficient drying time or incompatibility between multiple surface films.
What to Do if Pilling Occurs
- Reduce the amount of AquaLock Gel™.
- Allow the preceding serum to absorb completely.
- Press or smooth the gel over the skin rather than rubbing continuously.
- Wait before applying sunscreen or makeup.
- Reduce the number of layered products.
- Test the routine without one product at a time to identify the incompatible layer.
What to Do if Sensitivity Occurs
If the skin becomes uncomfortable:
- Stop using the product temporarily.
- Allow the skin to return to normal.
- Restart with a smaller amount or lower frequency.
- Apply only to intact skin.
- Avoid combining several newly introduced active products.
- Discontinue use if irritation remains persistent.
AquaLock Gel™ is designed primarily for hydration and skin comfort, but individual sensitivity to any cosmetic formulation remains possible.
Important Precautions
- For external use only.
- Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
- Do not apply to broken, irritated or inflamed skin.
- Discontinue use if persistent irritation occurs.
- Patch testing is recommended before first use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Store away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
- Follow the directions and precautions printed on the product packaging.
- Use broad-spectrum sunscreen during the daytime.
- Do not ingest.
- Avoid inhalation of the product during handling.
The silica is incorporated into the finished gel and is not intended to be handled as a loose powder by the customer.
Customers receiving professional skin treatments or using prescription dermatological products should seek appropriate professional advice before introducing additional active skincare products.
How to Patch Test
Apply a small amount to a discreet area, such as behind the ear or along the jawline.
Observe the area for 12-24 hours or approved testing period.
Do not proceed with normal facial use if marked redness, swelling, itching or persistent discomfort develops.
A patch test can help identify obvious sensitivity but cannot guarantee that irritation will not occur during continued use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AquaLock Gel™ a moisturiser or a serum?
AquaLock Gel™ is a concentrated hydrating gel that can function as a moisturising step.
Its exact role depends on skin type and routine needs.
For many customers, it can be used after a treatment serum instead of a conventional moisturising cream.
Is AquaLock Gel™ the same product as AquaLock Serum™?
They contain the same principal active and hydration system, but they are separate products with separate SKUs.
AquaLock Gel™ contains 4.5% silica to create a thicker gel texture.
Should I use AquaLock Gel™ and AquaLock Serum™ together?
Usually not.
Most customers should select one format according to their skin type, climate and texture preference.
Which format is more suitable for dry skin?
AquaLock Gel™ will generally be the preferred option for dry or dehydrated skin because it provides a thicker and more cushioning application.
Which format is better for oily skin?
AquaLock Serum™ may be more suitable where a lighter fluid texture is preferred.
However, some customers with oily but dehydrated skin may still prefer AquaLock Gel™ in a small amount.
Can AquaLock Gel™ be used every day?
Yes, where well tolerated.
It may be used morning, evening or both.
Can I use it with Q-Retinol Pro Serum™?
Yes.
Apply Q-Retinol Pro Serum™ first, followed by AquaLock Gel™.
This is one of the preferred pairings for customers requiring additional hydration during retinol use.
Can I use it with Youthful CEFQ Serum™?
Yes.
Apply Youthful CEFQ Serum™ first, followed by AquaLock Gel™ and sunscreen.
Can I use it with Q-Peptide Pro Serum™?
Yes.
Apply Q-Peptide Pro Serum™ first and AquaLock Gel™ afterwards.
Does AquaLock Gel™ replace sunscreen?
No.
AquaLock Gel™ does not provide recognised sun protection. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen as the final morning skincare step.
Can I use it under makeup?
Yes, but use a modest amount and allow it to settle fully before applying sunscreen or makeup.
Reduce the quantity if pilling occurs.
Why does the product contain silica?
Silica creates the gel structure and contributes body, cushioning, controlled spread and a silky surface feel.
Does silica dry the skin?
The silica is used within a formulation containing multiple humectants, emollients and skin-conditioning ingredients.
The complete formula is designed to hydrate rather than function as a drying powder product.
Individual sensory response may nevertheless vary.
How much should I use?
Apply [confirmed amount] in a thin, even layer.
Because the gel has greater structure than AquaLock Serum™, a smaller amount may be sufficient.
How quickly should I expect results?
Immediate improvements in skin feel and hydration may be noticeable after application.
Longer-term improvements in dryness, smoothness and skin comfort require consistent use.
Storage
Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
Do not leave the product in a hot vehicle, near a window or in another location exposed to prolonged temperature extremes.
Use the product within the period indicated by the packaging symbol after opening.
Do not use the product if there is a marked change in odour, appearance, texture or container integrity.
Product Information
Product: AquaLock Gel™
Category: Intensive hydrating facial gel
Format: Silica-thickened Green Micellar™ gel
Silica concentration: 4.5%
Pack size: [Insert pack size]
Country of manufacture: [Insert approved wording]
Responsible company: [Insert company details]
Batch identification: Refer to the product container
Full ingredient list: Refer to the product packaging and ingredient section below
Ingredients
The final AquaLock Gel™ INCI list must be confirmed before publication.
The AquaLock Serum™ base ingredient list supplied is:
Aqua, Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Caprylate, Isoamyl Laurate, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Squalane, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Creatine, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Urea, Trehalose, Natural Mixed Tocotrienols, Beta-Glucan, Coenzyme Q10, Lactic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Ferulic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Resveratrol, Quercetin.
AquaLock Gel™ additionally contains:
Silica — 4.5%
The final published list must include Silica in its correct descending concentration order and must match the ingredient list printed on the approved AquaLock Gel™ packaging.
Do not publish the AquaLock Serum™ list unchanged as the AquaLock Gel™ ingredient list.
Ingredient lists may be updated periodically. The ingredient list printed on the product container should be treated as the current version for that batch.
Complete Your Routine
Daytime antioxidant support
Youthful CEFQ Serum™
Apply before AquaLock Gel™ during the morning routine.
[View Youthful CEFQ Serum™ Product Guide]
Night-time renewal
Q-Retinol Pro Serum™
Apply before AquaLock Gel™ during the evening routine.
[View Q-Retinol Pro Serum™ Product Guide]
Peptide support
Q-Peptide Pro Serum™
Apply before AquaLock Gel™ where peptide-focused treatment and more substantial hydration are required.
[View Q-Peptide Pro Serum™ Product Guide]
Do not link to AquaLock Serum™ as though it is the same SKU. Where appropriate, it may be presented separately as a lighter alternative.
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Cosmetic Product Notice
AquaLock Gel™ is a cosmetic product intended to support skin hydration, comfort, smoothness and overall appearance.
It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Customers with a diagnosed skin condition, significant sensitivity or an active medical treatment plan should seek appropriate professional advice before use.