Information about Skin Barrier Cream Base (Emulsifier Free)

Regarding your questions about the Skin Barrier Cream Base (Emulsifier Free):

1. Adding water-soluble actives after mixing with water and thickener:
   Yes, you can add water-soluble active ingredients to the base after diluting it with water and adding a thickener like Xanthan Gum. The product description suggests diluting the base with water (e.g., 50% base + 50% water/other ingredients) to adjust its texture. The portion you add (up to 50% when using the base at 50%) can consist of water, thickener, and your water-soluble actives. The maximum percentage of water-soluble actives you can add depends on their solubility and the total percentage of the water phase in your final formulation. It is recommended to start with lower percentages and test the stability and texture of your formulation.

2. Composition breakdown of actives:
   The exact percentage breakdown of each active ingredient within the Skin Barrier Cream Base (Emulsifier Free) is proprietary information and is not provided in the product description. However, the INCI list gives the ingredients in descending order of concentration. Key ingredients known for skin barrier support and listed in the INCI include Niacinamide, Palmitamide MEA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, DL-Panthenol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Bisabolol, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Squalane, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, and Phytosphingosine. The base is formulated with "Skin-Mimic Lipids" such as Ceramides, Cholesterol, and Phytosphingosine to help restore the skin barrier. While the exact percentages aren't available, knowing the order of ingredients can help you estimate relative concentrations and avoid significantly exceeding typical usage rates if adding more of these specific actives.