Dissolving Ferulic Acid in Vitamin C Serum (No EDG, Ethanol, Alkali)
Question
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Answer
Dissolving Ferulic Acid in Vitamin C Serum Without EDG, Ethanol, or Alkali
You want to create a Vitamin C serum that includes Ferulic acid but need to dissolve the Ferulic acid without using Ethoxydiglycol (EDG), ethanol, or alkali.
Standard Pure-Ferulic Acid is typically soluble in solvents like EDG or ethanol, and not easily soluble in water without adjusting the pH to be alkaline, which you want to avoid.
However, there is a special form called Micromul™ Ferulic Acid. This is a microemulsion designed specifically to be easily dissolved directly in water.
Therefore, to achieve your goal without using EDG, ethanol, or alkali, the recommended approach is to use Micromul™ Ferulic Acid. You can dissolve it directly in the water phase of your serum formulation.
Remember that L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) is also water-soluble but requires an acidic pH (typically below 3.5) for stability and optimal skin absorption. Ensure your overall serum formulation considers the pH requirements for both ingredients.
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