TXC Solubility and Clarity in Butylene Glycol
Question
Based on the provided Q&A, the user wants to know about dissolving TXC (Cetyl Tranexamate HCl) in Butylene Glycol.
Specifically, they ask:
- What ratio of
Butylene Glycolis needed to dissolveTXC? - Will the solution be clear after dissolving?
They attempted to dissolve TXC at 1% concentration in Butylene Glycol at 6% concentration using heat, but the solution remained cloudy, suggesting incomplete dissolution.
Answer
Dissolving TXC™ (Cetyl Tranexamate HCl) in Butylene Glycol
Based on the product information for TXC™ (Cetyl Tranexamate HCl), it is soluble in glycols like Butylene Glycol when heated to 60-80°C.
The product description does not specify the exact ratio of glycol required for complete dissolution or to achieve a clear solution. Your observation that 1% TXC in 6% Butylene Glycol remains cloudy suggests that this concentration of Butylene Glycol might not be sufficient to fully dissolve 1% TXC and make it clear, even with heat.
To potentially achieve a clear solution, you could try increasing the ratio of Butylene Glycol relative to the TXC concentration while maintaining the heating temperature between 60-80°C.
The usage rate of 1% TXC you are using is within the recommended range of 1-2% for regular whitening formulas.
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