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I typically use sepimax zen when using small amounts of electrolytes, but recently I’ve been introducing heavier electrolyte loads and the sepimax zen doesn’t seem to be able to handle that much. Adding xanthan gum does help, but too much does feel gross. I’ve read that a combination of xanthan gum and sclerotium gum feels nice though. Just wondering what gelling agents you all like to use when formulating with a heavy electrolyte load.

I’ve been reading a lot about how to formulate with Gluconolactone. My main concern is the pH drift associated with it. From what I’ve read, the drift occurs initially but then it stabilizes after a few hours. But does that mean it doesn’t continue to drift over time?

There also seems to be multiple methods and differences of opinion, and I’m just getting confused at this point.

First method I’m seeing is to add Gluconolactone to the water, let it sit for a few hours, then add the remaining ingredients and adjust pH.

Second method is add Gluconolactone to water, bring the pH up to around 7, let it sit for a few hours, then bring the pH down to the desired pH. (But I’m not sure at what point to add the remaining ingredients).

And the third method says to use a buffer system with citric acid and sodium citrate. (I’ve never had to use a buffer system, so I’m not really sure how to even go about this).

Anyone have experience with Gluconolactone, and how did you formulate with it?

Has anyone purchased ingredients from CDF Supplies? They’re based in Canada and ship worldwide. Just wondering if they’re legit and if they are good quality.