Checking Skincare Ingredients for DIY Formulation and Royal Jelly Alternatives
Asked by: thelittledraco
On: February 15, 2018
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I would like to check the ingredients in my current skincare product so I can purchase them to make my own. Please review the following list and advise on availability and potential alternatives, especially for Royal Jelly:
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyglycerin-3
- Methyl Gluceth-20
- Alcohol
- Royal Jelly
- Phenoxyethanol
- PPG-26 Buteth-26
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Mel
- Xanthan Gum
- Parfum
- Sodium citrate
- Glyceryl polymethacrylate
- Citric Acid
- Peg-8
- BHT
- Caramel
- limonene
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Sodium metabisulfite
- Geraniol
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Sodium Lactate
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
- Citronellol
- Cl 14700
- Palmitoyl Oligo-peptide
- Tocopherol
Answer
Available Skincare Ingredients
Based on the ingredients you listed from your current skincare product, here are the ones available for purchase from MySkinRecipes:
- Pentylene Glycol: We offer Pentylene Glycol (Low-Odor).
- Polyglycerin-3: While the exact Polyglycerin-3 is not listed, we have various other Polyglyceryl derivatives that can serve similar functions as humectants or emulsifiers.
- Methyl Gluceth-20: Methyl Gluceth-20 is available.
- Alcohol: We have different types of alcohol, including Ethyl Alcohol (99.9%).
- Royal Jelly: Yes, we sell Royal Jelly Extract 10-hydroxydecanoic acid (98% Purity).
- Phenoxyethanol: Available options include Phenoxyethanol (Extra Pure).
- PPG-26 Buteth-26: We do not have this specific ingredient, but other PPG and PEG compounds are available that function as solubilizers and emulsifiers.
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: We have PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (Low-Odor) and Eco Solve™.
- Mel (Honey): Honey Extract is available in both water-dispersible and oil-soluble forms.
- Xanthan Gum: Various types of Xanthan Gum are available, including a clear gel type.
- Sodium citrate: Sodium Citrate (Trisodium citrate dihydrate) is available.
- Glyceryl polymethacrylate: This ingredient was not found in our database.
- Citric Acid: Citric Acid (Anhydrous, Natural) is available.
- Peg-8: Polyethylene Glycol 400 (PEG-8) is available.
- BHT: Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) is available.
- Caramel: Caramel Color is available.
- Limonene: Limonene, D-limonene is available.
- Benzyl Salicylate: Benzyl Salicylate is available.
- Sodium metabisulfite: Sodium Metabisulfite is available.
- Geraniol: Geraniol (98%) is available.
- Hydroxycitronellal: Hydroxycitronellal is available.
- Sodium Lactate: Sodium Lactate (60% Liquid, Natural) and Sodium Lactate Plus are available.
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone: Alpha-methyl Ionone and Alpha-ionone are available.
- Citronellol: Citronellol (96%) is available.
- Cl 14700: FD&C Red No.4 (CI 14700) colorants are available.
- Palmitoyl Oligo-peptide: This exact peptide was not found. However, we offer other beneficial Palmitoyl peptides like Pep®-Synthe6 (Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38) and Pep®-PP4 (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4).
- Tocopherol: Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol) and Pre-Tocopherol are available.
- Parfum: We have a wide selection of fragrance oils, but the specific blend from your product is not available as a single item.
Royal Jelly Availability and Alternatives
Yes, we do sell Royal Jelly Extract 10-hydroxydecanoic acid (98% Purity).
If you are looking for alternatives to Royal Jelly, which is known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties, you could consider:
- Honey Extract: This extract also offers moisturizing and soothing benefits.
- Other natural extracts known for their skin conditioning properties.
- Various humectants and emollients to enhance hydration and support the skin barrier.
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