Special additives
DERMAROL® BK
DERMAROL® BK is an effective dermatological active functionally equivalent to retinol without any safety issues.
Characteristics
| Appearance | viscous liquid |
|---|---|
| Colour | yellow to reddish yellow |
| Moisture (H2O content) % | Max. 1 |
| Identification (TLC) | conform to standard |
| Assay by HPLC on dry basis % | Min. 99 |
| Related substances by HPLC, Psoralene and Angelicin content (ppm) | Max. 20 |
| Solubility | soluble in alcohol and DMSO |
| Heavy metals ppm | Max. 10 |
| Heavy metal (as Pb) ppm | Max. 3 |
| Heavy metal (as As) ppm | Max. 1 |
| Heavy metal (as Cd) ppm | Max. 0,3 |
| Heavy metal (as Hg) ppm | Max. 0,1 |
| Total microbial count cfu/g | Max. 100 |
| Staphylococcus Aureus cfu/g | absent |
| Yeast and moulds cfu/g | Max. 100 |
| Pseudomonas Aeriginosa cfu/g | absent |
| Escherichia Coli cfu/g | absent |
| Salmonella cfu/g | absent |
Applications
DERMAROL BK is miscible in natural and synthetic oils including caprylic/capric triglycerides, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, mineral oil and silicones. DERMAROL BK is suggested to be used at a level of 0,5-1% in the final formula. DERMAROL BK can be processed up to 50°C. Recomended pH of the final formulation: 4,0 - 6,5. DERMAROL® BK stimulates collagens reducing wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation. DERMAROL® BK shows significant reduction in acne lesions and skin tone improvement. DERMAROL® BK is not subjected to specific regulatory restrictions and has shown no major safety concerns in cosmetic use. DERMAROL® BK is photochemically, hydrolitically stable and suitable for all-day use. DERMAROL BK when in formulation with copper and iron compounds, colour change might occur: sequestrant should be present in the final formula.
Packaging
DERMAROL BK is delivered in bags of various size.
The values above were obtained from laboratory and plant trials under CISME’s control. They are, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable, but serve only as a guide and are offered without obligation; they are not a substitute for the prior testing that alone can establish whether a product suits a given use. Users are responsible for compliance with local legislation and for holding the latest version of the data sheet. Data sheet revision 26-06.