Dissolving BHT and Ascorbyl Palmitate in Body Oil and Choosing Fast-Absorbing Emollients

To dissolve BHT and Vitamin C Ester (Ascorbyl Palmitate) completely in a body oil formulation and to improve the skin feel, here are the recommended steps and ingredients:

1. How to Dissolve BHT and Ascorbyl Palmitate 100%

Both BHT and Ascorbyl Palmitate are oil-soluble, but Ascorbyl Palmitate can be tricky to dissolve at room temperature.

• Use Heat: You should heat a portion of your carrier oils (such as IPM or Ethylhexyl Palmitate) to approximately 70-80°C.
• Mixing Process: Add the BHT and Ascorbyl Palmitate into the heated oil. Stir continuously until the liquid is completely clear and no particles are visible.
• Avoid Recrystallization: Once dissolved, slowly mix this "concentrate" into the rest of your oil base. If the temperature drops too quickly or the concentration is too high, it might recrystallize. Using a solvent like Isopropyl Myristate (IPM) as part of the heating phase helps significantly.

2. Recommended Emollients for Fast Absorption and Moisture

Since you are already using IPM and LipidSoft™ Palm (Ethylhexyl Palmitate), which are good basic esters, you can add the following to enhance the texture while keeping the cost manageable:

• For "Dry" Touch and Fast Absorption:
  • LipidSoft™ Dry II (Dicaprylyl Carbonate): This is an excellent choice for reducing the greasiness of a body oil. It spreads very easily and leaves a "dry" feel on the skin, helping the oil absorb much faster.
• For Silkiness and Moisture Balance:
  • LipidSoft™ CC (Cetyl Ethylhexanoate): This ester provides a very silky, smooth feel. It is widely used in high-end body oils because it balances moisture with a non-greasy finish.
  • LipidSoft™ Moist (Triethylhexanoin): If you feel the formula is too "thin" or not moisturizing enough, adding a small percentage of this will provide a richer moisturizing effect without the heaviness of natural vegetable oils.

Suggested Combination for a Premium Feel:

• IPM / LipidSoft™ Palm: Base (Cost-effective)
• LipidSoft™ Dry II: 10-20% (To speed up absorption and reduce oiliness)
• LipidSoft™ CC: 5-10% (To add a silky skin feel)

By combining these, you will get a body oil that feels lightweight and absorbs quickly but still leaves the skin feeling protected and hydrated.