By inhibiting tyrosinase activity, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is capable of suppressing skin pigmentation.  Its ability to suppress melanin formation makes it effective in whitening dark skin, or areas of dark skin. Its effects have been boosted when used in combination with glucosamine derivatives like N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG).

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate has good stability in heat and light, with no color change.

Benefits

• Stable from pH 3 to 10
• Does not complex with metal ions and will not change color
• Light and heat stable
• Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients.

Applications

• Sunscreens and after-sun products
• Makeup products
• Skin lightening products
• Anti-aging products
• Creams and lotions

INCI: Kojic Acid Dipalmitate

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate (KAD) can tend to form a crystal precipitate in some cosmetic formulations.  It is recommended to add Isopropyl Palmitate or Isopropyl Myristate to the oil phase containing KAD and heat to 80°C (167°F) and hold for 5 minutes until the KAD dissolves completely. Then add the oil phase to the aqueous phase and emulsify for about 10 minutes.

Typical usage rate:  1 – 5%, typically 3-5% in whitening products
Appearance:  White to almost white crystalline powder
Solubility:   Insoluble in water, soluble in oil

Usage:
Three major industries that use Fully Refined Paraffin Wax are the Cosmetics, Medical, and Food Industries. The Candle Making Industry also uses Fully Refined Paraffin Wax. Common items manufactured that use Paraffin Wax are Lipsticks, Cream, Oily Papers, and Chocolate.

Candles made using Fully Refined Paraffin Wax are of the highest grade and are the most expensive.

Melting Point: 58 – 60 °C

Pouring Point: 85 – 90 °C

Storage: Keep in a cool and dry place

Recommended Usage-

Melting Point: 41 °C (~106 °F)

Mixing Temperature: 42-60 °C (105-140 °F)

Pouring Temperature: 40-50 °C (105-120 °F)

Fragrance Content: 6%-12%

• Details:
  • 100% all-natural product (vegan friendly)
  • No additives
  • Flaky texture
  • Great jar adhesion
  • Beautiful creamy finish
  • Easy to work with
  • Great hot and cold scent throw
• Technical:
  • Melting point – 42-52 °C
  • Heating range – 62-72 °C
  • Pouring range – 45 – 55 °C
  • We recommend adding fragrance at 52 °C for maximum scent throw and a creamy finish
  • Maximum fragrance additive – 6-10% depending on potency of fragranceOur recommendations:
  We advise not to work above the recommended temperatures. This wax likes it low and slow (temperature and pour). Allow candles to cure for two weeks for optimal fragrance throw.

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Emulsifying Wax

Directions:
Measure by weight. Add to the formula as directed.

Recommended use levels:
Creams: 10-15%
Lotions: 1-8%
Hair Care: 1-8%

Why People Use This Product:
Base product for lip and lotion bar formulations. Natural look and feel.

Popular Products That Use This Ingredient:
Lip Balm. Fragrance Balm. Solid Lotion. Furniture Polish. CP Soap. Air Freshener Tarts.

Interesting Fact: May have a smokey odor.

Physical Form: Yellow Pastilles
Solubility: Insoluble in Water
International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Beeswax

Directions:
Lip Products: Melt beeswax in double boiler or small pot on low heat. Once melted, add solid butters. Remove from heat. Add liquid oils and flavor oil. Mix well. Pour into lip tubes, small jars or other lip product packaging. View our Lip Product Recipes for detailed instructions.

Lotion Bars: Melt beeswax in double boiler or pot on low heat. Once melted, add solid butters. Remove from heat. Add liquid oils and fragrance. Mix well. Pour into the mold or lotion bar container at an appropriate temperature for mold or packaging. Allow mixture to solidify. View our Lotion Bar Recipes for detailed instructions.

Air Fresheners: Melt equal parts beeswax and palm kernel flakes (102? melt) in a small pot on low heat. Remove from heat. Incorporate fragrance. Pour into mold at an appropriate temperature for the mold. Allow mixture to solidify. Unmold and enjoy. View our Air Freshener Recipes for detailed instructions.

CP Soap: Use at about 1-3% of your oils and calculate with your oils in a lye calculator. Beeswax has a high melt point so raise the temperature of the oils to about 160?F or 170?F before mixing it in. It is necessary to soap hotter, around 120?F, and be prepared for accelerated trace. Follow one of our CP Soap Recipes with Beeswax for more detailed instructions.

BTMS-50 adds a silky feel to lotions and hair care products. Products with BTMS-50 incorporated tend to have a light, whipped appearance. Light odor that fades into the product.

Country Of Origin: United States
International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetyl Alcohol (and) Butylene Glycol

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
BTMS-50

Directions:
Measure by weight. Add to the formula as directed.

Recommended use levels:

Creams: 10-15%
Lotions: 1-8%
Hair Care: 1-8%

? Ingredients (INCI Name): Pterocarpus Sp. Powder

? Part of Plant: Wood

? Shelf Life: 2 years

? Recommended for Cold Process: yes

? Recommended for Melt and Pour: yes

? Recommended for Bath Bombs: no

? Usage Instructions: For Cold process soap Mix 1 teaspoon of the powder with 1 tablespoon of a lightweight oil. Add 1 dispersed teaspoon at a time at trace. You can also infuse this powder. You can use up to 1 tablespoon of color per pound of soap. For Melt and pour soap Mix 1 teaspoon of the powder with 1 tablespoon of 99 percent isopropyl alcohol. Add 0.5 dispersed teaspoon at a time to the melted soap.