Moisturization refers to the process of adding and retaining moisture in the skin to keep it hydrated, soft, and supple. It involves using products such as lotions, creams, and oils to prevent dryness and maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance. Beyond the mere inclusion of water, oil and humectants, selecting the right active is key to formulating a powerful moisturizer. In this article, I will share 5 ways to help the skin retain moisture and keep fresh-looking and supple. Whether you want to add them to lotion, cream or gel, you can find the active that best suits your formula.
ECTOIN
Ectoine (Natural) is a powerful multifunctional amino acid derivative and an extremolyte with outstanding hydration restoration and barrier protection and repair. (Extremolytes are molecules that protect organisms in extreme conditions, such as in salt lakes, hot springs, deep sea and deserts) It is also very easy to work with – works within a wide pH range (pH 1.0 – 9.0) and can be added to the heated phase of your formulation. It exhibits skin moisturization with improved long-term hydration levels. It is an anti-irritant, making it suitable for all skin types, especially baby skin and sensitive skin.
PRO TIP: Add this when you want to seriously restore the skin’s hydration levels and soothe irritation. Most ideal for premium facial skincare because of it’s high price.
APPLICATIONS: Toners, clear gels, serums, lotions, creams, crème-gels etc
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TREMOIST
Tremoist (Trehalose) is a naturally occurring non-reducing disaccharide that can be found in plants, yeast, fungi, algae, etc. It provides moisturizing and protecting properties to both the skin and the hair. It also displays antioxidant properties. It offers deep hydration in skincare with humectant properties. It has film-forming properties which prevent water loss from the skin for long-lasting hydration. It can be easily absorbed by the skin, protecting it from damage and improving its anti-desiccation and freezing tolerance abilities. It imparts a sparkling, shiny & soft feel to the skin. It also inhibits fatty acid decomposition, so it can used in products that prevent body odour. It replaces the lost moisture in the lipid bilayer hence resuming the cell function. It inhibits transepidermal water loss, and reduces itching due to dryness.
PRO TIP:Add this when formulating for naturally dry, scaly skin and regions with cool temperatures or air-conditioning – It softens the skin and keeps it hydrated for longer. Very cost-effective for all-over body formulations with premium results.
APPLICATIONS: Toners, clear gels, serums, lotions, creams, crème-gels etc
CERAMIDES
Dry skin is clinically identified as lacking ceramides. The addition of ceramides is a holistic way of repairing dry skin conditions. Ceramides are fatty acids that make up a significant portion of the NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor) of the skin. Our ceramide complex contains 5 actives ingredients in a liquid crystal medium which facilitates.
PRO TIP: Add this to premium products where you want to repair dry skin, strengthen the skin’s barrier and maintain the structural integrity and moisture levels of the skin.
APPLICATIONS: Can be added to emulsions, such as lotions, creams, serum emulsions, gel bases where transparency is not a requirement.
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GLYCOLIC ACID
Glycolic acid is a naturally derived fruit acid from sugarcane. It is well known as an exfoliator with potent anti-ageing benefits. It is used in both rinse-off and leave-one skincare. It is among the group of acids called Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA). Glycolic acid has the smallest molecule in the AHA group, so it penetrates the skin better than other AHA acids (such as lactic acid). It also exfoliates the skin better.
PRO TIP: Add it when you want quick results for dry, cracked skin. It provides fresh-looking, soft and supple skin. When other moisturizers are added, it helps potentiate their results. Avoid use on dehydrated or sensitive skin types.
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BIOMIMIC BABY SOFT
This is a super blend of several skin-repairing and moisturizing actives to give your clients that supple, baby skin vibes! It contains amino acids, glycosaminoglycans, plant-based epidermal growth factors, etc. BB-Soft helps protect skin cells, repair UV damage and revitalize the skin cells. It helps promote the synthesis of both epidermal and dermal cells, namely, elastin, collagen and keratin.
PRO TIP: select this active when you want an all-in-one active that is easy to use and combines hydration restoration, skin-cell repair, cell production stimulation, antioxidant defence and revitalization for skin that looks soft and supple. It will give you an all-round revitalization of the skin’s appearance. Ideal for premium products.
APPLICATIONS: Toners, clear gels, serums, lotions, creams, crème-gels etc
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