Recommendations for Substitute Ingredients in Ceramide Lotion

For the discontinued ingredients Raffinose and [Powder Type] Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™, Powder), you can use the following substitute ingredients:

• Substitute for Raffinose:
  We recommend using RaffiMoist™ (Pure Raffinose), which is also pure Raffinose. It acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture in the skin.

  • Recommended Usage Rate: 0.1-5%
  • Mixing Method: Mix in the water phase.

• Substitute for [Powder Type] Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™, Powder):
  We recommend using Ceramide Complex (Water/Oil Dispersible Powder), which is a concentrated ceramide powder that can be dispersed in both water and oil.

  • Recommended Usage Rate: 0.1-3% (1% recommended)
  • Mixing Method:
    • For dispersion in water: Disperse in Glycol such as Propylene Glycol or Butylene Glycol. Use heat at 70-80°C to aid dispersion. Stir continuously until homogeneous and opaque, then add to the main water phase.
    • For dispersion in oil: Disperse in oil. Use heat at 70-80°C to aid dispersion. Stir continuously until homogeneous and opaque, then add to the main formula.
  • Additional Recommendation: To ensure the full function of Ceramide Complex, it is recommended to use it in conjunction with Cholesterol or choose to use Skin-mimic™, which is a blend containing Ceramide and other important components.

Proportions and Mixing Methods:
The recommended usage rates for the substitute ingredients above are general guidelines for each raw material. You may need to slightly adjust the proportions in your original formula based on the recommended usage rates of the new ingredients.

For the mixing method, RaffiMoist™ is still mixed in the water phase as before. However, for Ceramide Complex (Water/Oil Dispersible Powder), the mixing method is different from the original powder type which might have been directly water-soluble. It requires dispersion in Glycol or oil with heat as described above before adding to the main formula.