Safety and Usage of Plankton Artemia Extract in Lipsticks

Plankton Artemia Extract can be used in lipsticks and lip care products. It is safe for incidental ingestion that occurs during normal use of lip products.

Benefits for Lip Products

• Cell Energizing: It contains GP4G (Diguanosine Tetraphosphate), which helps provide energy to skin cells, making it suitable for lip treatments or anti-aging lip products.
• Protection: Helps protect the delicate skin on the lips from environmental stress and UV damage.

Technical Considerations for Formulation

1. Solubility: Both Plankton Artemia Extract and GP4G EX™ (Plankton Extract, GP4G 200ppm) are water-soluble.
2. Mixing in Lipstick: Since traditional lipsticks are anhydrous (oil and wax-based), you cannot mix this extract directly into the oil phase. You will need to use an emulsifier or a stabilizer that can bridge water and oil to incorporate the extract into the formula.
3. Usage Rate: Recommended at 0.5-5%. Using too much may create a sticky or "mucus-like" feel on the lips.
4. Temperature: Avoid heating the extract above 40°C. In lipstick production, it should be added during the cooling phase or when the base is at its lowest workable temperature to maintain efficacy.

In summary, it is safe and beneficial for lips, but you must account for its water-solubility when designing your lipstick formula.