Dissolving Sym-White in Perfect C and Alternatives for Clogged Pores
Question
I understand that Sym-White (Phenylethyl Resorcinol) needs an oil phase to dissolve. Can I use Perfect-C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate / Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) as the oil phase? I am currently using LipidSoft Lite (Isononyl Isononanoate) as the oil phase, but it is causing clogged pores.
Answer
Subject: Perfect C + Sym-White
Regarding your question about using Perfect C as the oil phase for dissolving Sym-White because LipidSoft Lite caused clogged pores:
The staff confirms that Perfect C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate / Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate), being oil-based, can indeed dissolve Sym-White (Phenylethyl Resorcinol).
However, there's a consideration:
- Sym-White often requires heat (50-60°C) to dissolve easily and quickly.
- Perfect C degrades when exposed to heat.
Therefore, the recommended method is:
- Dissolve Sym-White in another type of LipidSoft (other than LipidSoft Lite) using heat (50-60°C) to ensure complete dissolution.
- Once Sym-White is dissolved, mix this oil phase with Perfect C.
If you must avoid all other oils and only use Perfect C, you can dissolve Sym-White in Perfect C without heat. This requires using a high-speed blender for at least 10 minutes until the Sym-White powder is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear.
Regarding the clogged pores caused by LipidSoft Lite, the staff suggests trying other types of LipidSoft that may be more suitable for your skin.
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