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Curcylic™ 40 - Water Soluble Salicylic Acid - Hybrid Ingredients

Curcylic™ 40 - Water Soluble Salicylic Acid

Preservative: None

£6.50 - £65.50
£6.50
£6.50 - £65.50
£6.50

INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine (and) Salicylic Acid

CAS Numbers: 68140-01-2 (and) 69-72-7

Description

Curcylic™ 40 is a keratolytic agent that works by gently and safely exfoliating dead skin cells which speeds up the natural process of skin turnover. When the rate of exfoliation increases, the skin is clearer, smoother, and brighter, and dead cells are less likely to build up in the follicle to form blackheads and pimples. Salicylic Acid has been shown by scientific studies to improve skin thickness, barrier functions, and even collagen production.

In addition, it is well documented that Salicylic Acid has anti-inflammatory properties, making it an ideal solution for relieving inflammation caused by rosacea, acne, age spots, and aging. The antimicrobial properties help to clear the skin of unwanted breakouts. Salicylic Acid is also a proven technology for scalp health. Curcylic™ 40 is FDA-approved for inclusion in OTC acne and dandruff products. It meets the USP Salicylic Acid gel monograph and is a 40% complexed Salicylic Acid in its pure form. Curcylic™ 40 is safe to use, requires no irritating alcohols to solubilize, and is tolerated very well even when used twice a day. It is a safer alternative to glycolic acid and even traditional forms of Salicylic Acid.

 Benefits

  • Exfoliation -Improvement in skin texture and smoothness
  • Prevents Pimples and Blackheads by preventing clogged pores
  • Mottled/Uneven pigmentation by relieving inflammation
  • Lines/Wrinkles
  • Overall youthful appearance
Technical Details

Appearance: Amber Viscous Liquid

Assay: 36-44% Salicylic Acid USP

* Further documentation available with purchase

Formulation Guide

Recommended Use Level: 0.5-40% of Salicylic Acid*

Incorporation of Curcylic™ 40 in formulations:

• Oil-in-water emulsions : After the two phases have been combined and the emulsion has formed, cool the batch to 40°C - 45°C. Slowly mix in the Curcylic™ 40 with propeller agitation and continue cooling and mixing.

• Gel based formulations: After polymer dispersion at 75°C - 85°C, add desired ingredients, then add neutralizer if required: KOH or NaOH. When batch reaches 45°C, add Curcylic™ 40 with mixing and cool to 25°C.

• Note: Curcylic™ 40 is a medium yellow liquid, therefore gel formulations will have a pale yellow tint.

• Cold process formulations: Is easily used in cold processing of formulations where no heat is needed

Found In
  • The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution
  • Skin Functional Texture And Blemish Tonic
  • Inkey list Salicylic Cleanser