Comparing E904 - Shellac vs E1204 - Pullulan
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What is shellac nails?
In beauty, “shellac nails” are a UV-cured hybrid gel-polish service (e.g., CND Shellac); despite the name, it does not use the food additive shellac (E904) resin used as a glaze.
How to remove shellac nail polish?
Soak the nails in acetone for about 10–15 minutes (using cotton and foil or remover wraps), then gently push off the softened coating—do not peel to avoid nail damage.
Is shellac the same as gel?
Not exactly—Shellac is a specific brand of gel-polish hybrid, while “gel” can refer broadly to many soak-off UV/LED gel systems; they cure similarly and have comparable wear.
What is a shellac manicure?
A manicure using a UV/LED-cured gel-polish system branded “Shellac” for long-lasting color; it’s unrelated to the food glazing agent shellac (E904).
What are shellac nails?
They are nails coated with a UV-cured gel-polish branded “Shellac” for chip-resistant wear, not coated with the food additive shellac (E904) used in food glazes.
What is pullulan capsule?
A pullulan capsule is a plant-based, gelatin-free capsule shell made from pullulan (E1204), a polysaccharide produced by fermenting starch with the fungus Aureobasidium pullulans; it’s clear, tasteless, and has very low oxygen permeability to help protect sensitive ingredients.
Pullulan what is it?
Pullulan (E1204) is a polysaccharide made by fermenting starch with Aureobasidium pullulans, used in foods and supplements as a film-former and thickener, including for edible films and capsule shells.
What are pullulan capsules made of?
Primarily pullulan polymer derived from fermented starch, plus water; manufacturers often add small amounts of gelling agents (such as gellan gum) and plasticizers like glycerin or sorbitol to form the shell.
What is organic pullulan?
Organic pullulan is pullulan produced via fermentation using organic-certified substrates and processes that meet organic standards (e.g., USDA/EU) and is used to make organic-labeled edible films and capsule shells.
What is a pullulan capsule?
A pullulan capsule is a vegetarian capsule shell made from pullulan (E1204) instead of animal gelatin, offering a clear, tasteless shell with strong oxygen-barrier properties for supplements.