Gelken Publishes Guide for Formulating Functional Collagen Jellies

Gelken, a company specializing in ingredient solutions, has published a new guide aimed at brands and manufacturers looking to create functional collagen jellies. The guide provides practical advice on formulating products that set cleanly, deliver an effective dose of active ingredients, and maintain stability throughout their shelf life.

The publication highlights the growing popularity of jelly formats as delivery systems for health and wellness ingredients. These soft gels offer consumers a pleasant and convenient alternative to pills or powders for consuming collagen, vitamins, and other actives, positioning them well for on-the-go consumption.

Gelken's guide emphasizes the use of gelatin as a primary gelling agent for collagen jellies. It explains that gelatin is a natural fit due to its protein synergy with collagen and its ability to create a desirable melt-in-mouth texture. Achieving the correct firmness, ensuring active ingredient stability, and maintaining product integrity require careful control over gelatin concentration, bloom strength, and total solids.

The guide also covers the incorporation of additional functional ingredients, such as vitamins and probiotics, as well as the development of sugar-free versions. Gelken stresses the importance of considering ingredient interactions and their impact on product texture and stability. Optimizing the manufacturing process and packaging is presented as crucial for ensuring the final product's quality and consumer appeal.