Information about SkinLipid™ and Skin-Barrier™

Based on the product information:

• SkinLipid™ Solubility and Usage:

  • SkinLipid™ is a light yellow flake powder that is oil-soluble and requires heating to 80°C to dissolve in oil.
  • The product description does not specify a maximum solubility rate in oil, but it is recommended for use at a rate of 3-6% in the final formulation.
  • If you are using 5% SkinLipid™, this means 5g of SkinLipid™ per 100g of the final product. This amount should be dissolved in the oil phase of your formulation, which would include emollients like LipidSoft™.

• Dissolving SkinLipid™ in LipidSoft™:

  • Yes, SkinLipid™ can be dissolved in LipidSoft™ with heating to 80°C, as LipidSoft™ is an emollient suitable for the oil phase of a formulation.

• Texture (Stickiness) of SkinLipid™:

  • The product description does not specifically mention the texture or stickiness of the final formulation when using SkinLipid™. However, it is designed to create a lamellar gel structure similar to the skin's natural lipids, which typically contributes to a smooth, non-greasy feel and improved skin barrier function.

• Compatibility with Skin-Barrier™ (Skin-mimic™):

  • Yes, SkinLipid™ and Skin-Barrier™ can be used together in the same formula.
  • SkinLipid™ is added to the oil phase and requires heating for dissolution.
  • Skin-Barrier™ is a translucent liquid that is dispersed in the water phase.
  • Their INCI names are different, indicating they are distinct ingredients, and their functions (SkinLipid™ forming a protective lamellar layer, Skin-Barrier™ providing essential skin lipids like ceramides) are complementary for restoring and strengthening the skin barrier. You would incorporate SkinLipid™ into your oil phase and Skin-Barrier™ into your water phase before emulsifying the two phases together.