Rhamnose Usage Percentage for Body Odor Control and Compatibility with Oil-Based Soap

Asked by: vareeras On: November 16, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Regarding Rhamnose:

  • What percentage of Rhamnose should be used to achieve 24-hour body odor control?
  • Can Rhamnose be incorporated into oil-based soap?

Answer

Rhamnose Usage for Body Odor Control

Based on experimental data, using Rhamnose at a concentration of 3% applied to the underarm area showed an 11% reduction in body odor lasting 25 hours. While this indicates some long-lasting effect, it does not guarantee complete 24-hour odor elimination.

The recommended usage rate for Rhamnose in formulations is 1-5%.

Regarding its use in oil-based soap, Rhamnose is water-soluble and should be mixed in water with a formula pH in the range of 5-9. Traditional oil-based soaps typically have a high alkaline pH, which is outside the recommended range for Rhamnose. Therefore, Rhamnose is generally not suitable for use in oil-based soap formulations.

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