Analysis and Sourcing of Ingredients for a Skin Formulation

Asked by: xboyspattaya On: November 23, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I have a formulation for skin application and would like to know details about the following ingredients for potential production:

  • Biphosphate liposomal
  • Auxiliaries 2.5%
  • Natural Solvent
  • Argan Oil
  • C vitamin
  • Deonize Water

I want to analyze this formula to produce it myself or have it contract manufactured. I would like to know if these ingredients are available.

Answer

Analysis of Skin Formulation Ingredients

Based on the provided list of ingredients for a skin formulation, here is a breakdown of each component and its availability for production:

  • Biphosphate liposomal: This likely refers to an active ingredient delivered using liposome technology, possibly involving a biphosphate compound. While a specific "Biphosphate liposomal" ingredient might not be available off-the-shelf, the necessary components for creating liposomal formulations are available. These include Phosphatidylcholine and Hydrogenated Lecithin, which are used to form liposomes. Additionally, phosphate compounds like Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate and HEDP-2Na (Disodium Etidronate) are available. There is also a pre-made liposome complex, Ceracare™ Liposome-3, which encapsulates ceramides using hydrogenated lecithin and phytosterols. Therefore, components for creating liposomal formulations and some phosphate compounds are available. The specific "Biphosphate liposomal" complex as a single ingredient might not be available, but the necessary building blocks and related liposomal products are.

  • Auxiliaries 2.5%: This is a general term for supporting ingredients. Common cosmetic auxiliaries such as solvents (Butylene Glycol, Sorbitol Solution 70%, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil), preservatives (Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate), and chelating agents (Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, HEDP-2Na) are available. The specific auxiliaries needed at this percentage would depend on the overall formula.

  • Natural Solvent: Several natural or naturally derived solvents suitable for cosmetic use are available, including Butylene Glycol, Sorbitol Solution 70%, and PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil.

  • Argan Oil: Organic Virgin Deodorized Argan Oil is available.

  • C vitamin: Various forms of Vitamin C with different properties and stability are available. These include L-Ascorbic Acid (in different particle sizes), stable water-soluble forms (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate), stable oil-soluble forms (Ascorbyl Palmitate, Perfect-C™ - Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate), and a blend containing Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E, and Ferulic Acid (Vitamin C E Ferulic). The choice of Vitamin C form would depend on the desired properties and formulation type.

  • Deonize Water: Deionized water is a standard cosmetic ingredient and is readily available.

In conclusion, most of the ingredient types listed are available as raw materials or related products. To replicate this formulation, you would need to source the individual components for the liposomal system and select appropriate auxiliaries based on the desired final product characteristics.