Using Baby Face Protein (NMF Complex) to Fully Replace the Water Phase at 82%

The recommendation to use Baby Face Protein (Amino Acids & Minerals) at 82% strongly suggests that, yes, it is intended to fully replace the plain water phase in your formulation.

Here is the breakdown:

1. Product Nature: Baby Face Protein is an NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factors) complex, which is an aqueous solution containing 39 types of amino acids, minerals, urea, and other moisturizing elements. It is already a functional, water-based ingredient.
2. Formulation Role: The water phase in most cosmetic products (like toners, essences, or the aqueous part of a cream) typically ranges from 60% to 85%. By using this product at 82%, you are making it the primary, functional base of your product.
3. What to Add: The remaining percentage (18% in this case) would be used for other essential components, such as:
   • Preservatives (e.g., 0.5% - 1.5%)
   • Thickeners or Gelling Agents (if making a serum/gel)
   • Other oil-soluble actives or emulsifiers (if making a lotion/cream)
   • pH adjusters

In short, you would use 82% of the Baby Face Protein solution instead of adding 82% of plain distilled water.