Exfoliating agents with gentle and moisturizing skin. It is produced by the combination of Betaine and Salicylic Acid, resulting in a substance that can exfoliate skin (Salicylic Acid) with gentleness and moisturize the skin (Betaine).

SalicSoft® is Betaine Salicylate. Exfoliating agents with gentle and moisturizing skin. It is produced by the combination of Betaine and Salicylic Acid, resulting in a substance that can exfoliate skin (Salicylic Acid) with gentleness and moisturize the skin (Betaine).

From the results of the experiment with the technique of using Dansyl Chloride to measure the level of skin-renewal, it was found that SalicSoft® at 4% concentration is equivalent to Salicylic Acid at 2% concentration.

SalicSoft® is soluble in water with a pH range of 3.80-4.20, the formula's pH must be adjusted to this range with triethanolamine to SalicSoft® is completely soluble.

Solubility data SalicSoft® among other substances

How to dissolve SalicSoft® in water:

mix SalicSoft® when mixed with water, is normally found to be insoluble.

Add triethanolamine a little at a time, stir well, measure the pH value, repeat until the pH value is in the range of 3.8-4.2. Stir or spin. SalicSoft® is fully soluble.

The company sells 6 types of Salicylic Acid as follows:

Salicylic Acid (normal type) Insoluble in water, usage rate 0.1-2%

SalicSoft® (Betaine Salicylate) Water soluble directly, usage rate 1-4%, reduce irritation. Suitable for use in gel/cream formulations, leaving it on the skin.

Complex Salicylic Acid Powder Directly water soluble Usage rate 1-5% Suitable for use in gel/cream formulations, leave it on the skin.

Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Liquid (for rinse-off products only) Soluble in water, usage rate 1-6.6%, suitable for use in Face wash/rinse formula Characteristics: Can be effective in the long term. by gradually releasing the substance into the skin

Liquid Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (for disposable topping products only)   Soluble in water, usage rate 1-5%, suitable for use in The formula leaves it on the skin. Characteristics: Can be effective in the long term. by gradually releasing the substance into the skin

Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Powder Can be dispersed in any formula, usage rate 1-4% Suitable for use in gel/cream formulations, leaving it on the skin. that require high performance and reduce the level of irritation Characteristics: Can be effective in the long term. by gradually releasing the substance into the skin

Acacia Salicylic Acid Soluble in water, usage rate 0.5-4% Suitable for use in gel/cream formulations, leaving it on the skin. that require high performance and reduce the level of irritation Characteristics: Can be effective in the long term. By slowly releasing the substance into the skin and dissolve clear water

Use: for acne products It can be mixed in a rinse-off product (such as shampoo, cleansing gel).

Mixing method: Mix in the desired product.

Usage rate: 1-4% (choose according to the desired efficiency) FDA requires that it can be used not more than 4% or equal to Active Salicylic Acid 2% in all types of cosmetics.

Product characteristics: White-beige powder

Solubility: Soluble in water in the pH range of 3.8-4.2 with the addition of triethanolamine to adjust the pH to this range.

Storage: Store at room temperature (20-30 degrees) but tightly close the bottle cap. sealed from the sun The product has a minimum shelf life of 24 months.

INCI Name : Betaine Salicylate

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