Slim-Coffee (Coffea Arabica Seed Extract) Properties, Usage, and Solubility in Oil

Regarding your inquiry about Coffee Extract, based on the conversation, it appears you are interested in the product "Slim-Coffee" (Product ID 678), which is a Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract used for its active properties, rather than the "Coffee Extract" (Product ID 3299) which is a fragrance.

Here are the details for "Slim-Coffee" (Product ID 678):

• Properties/Uses:
  • Used in anti-cellulite formulas to break down cellulite and fat under the skin, helping to firm skin and body shape.
  • Used in anti-puffiness formulas to reduce under-eye swelling and anti-dark circle formulas to reduce dark circles around the eyes.
  • Used in general anti-aging formulas.
  • Used in formulas to reduce hair loss.
• Appearance: White powder.
• Solubility: Soluble in water up to 20%. It can tolerate heat up to 80°C for a maximum of 15 minutes.
• Usage Rate:
  • Do not exceed 10% for body skin, 5% for face skin, and 3% for the eye area.
  • Recommended concentrations:
    • Anti-cellulite formulas for body: 10%
    • Reduce eye puffiness and dark circles: 3%
    • Anti-aging formulas for face: 5%
    • Reduce hair loss formulas: 5%
• Mixing Instructions: Dissolve in the water phase of your formulation. It is water-soluble.
• Storage: For long-term storage, keep at room temperature, avoiding heat, moisture, and sunlight. It has a shelf life of at least 24 months.

Regarding your question about dissolving "Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract" (Slim-Coffee, ID 678) in oil for your face oil formula: Based on the solubility information provided, "Slim-Coffee" is soluble in water up to 20%. This indicates it is a water-soluble ingredient and will not dissolve in oil. Therefore, it is not suitable for use in an anhydrous (oil-only) face oil formulation unless combined with an emulsifier or surfactant system that can incorporate both oil and water phases.