Modifying Cream Formula for Hydration and Non-Comedogenicity with Squalane
Question
I have an existing cream formulation and would like to modify it to be deeply moisturizing and non-comedogenic by incorporating Squalane. I need advice on which ingredients to remove or adjust, and the optimal percentage of Squalane to use.
My current formulation includes the following ingredients and percentages:
- BRB PTM100 (1%)
- Isohexadecane (1%)
- Jessilica (0.5%)
- Dimethicone (3%)
- IPM (2%)
- Finsolv (1%)
- White Oil (2%)
Could you please provide guidance on how to adjust this formula? I also need to know more about BRB PTM100, Jessilica, and Finsolv to understand their properties and potential impact on the formula when adding Squalane.
Answer
Hello. I understand you want to modify your cream formulation to be deeply moisturizing and non-comedogenic by replacing some ingredients with Squalane.
You have provided a list of current ingredients and their percentages:
- BRB PTM100 (1%)
- Isohexadecane (1%)
- Jessilica (0.5%)
- Dimethicone (3%)
- IPM (2%)
- Finsolv (1%)
- White Oil (2%)
To give precise advice on which ingredients to remove or adjust, and the optimal percentage of Squalane to use, I need more information about BRB PTM100, Jessilica, and Finsolv (as requested by the staff).
These might be trade names. Knowing their chemical names or type of substance is crucial to assess their potential for clogging pores and their effect on the cream's texture.
Squalane is an excellent ingredient for this purpose. It is generally considered non-comedogenic and provides good moisturization.
Typically, Squalane can be used in cream formulations from 1% up to 10% or more, depending on the desired richness and texture.
Once you provide more details about BRB PTM100, Jessilica, and Finsolv, I can give more specific recommendations on adjusting the formulation and the appropriate amount of Squalane.
Please provide the additional information about these three ingredients.