Water-Soluble Wheat Ceramide Complex – Skin Barrier & Moisture Support

Description

Description

Water-Soluble Wheat Ceramide Complex is a ready-to-use aqueous cosmetic active based on wheat-derived ceramide associated with Digalactosyl Diglyceride (DGDG). According to the supplier specification, the active system contains approximately 2.5% ceramide and 2.5% DGDG in a water-soluble carrier.

Unlike conventional oil-compatible ceramide powders, this grade is supplied as a flowing, water-dispersible liquid, allowing substantially easier incorporation into aqueous and emulsion-based cosmetic formulations.

DGDG functions as a natural lipid-associated solubilizing and dispersing component, helping maintain the wheat-derived ceramide within an aqueous system and facilitating its incorporation into formulations intended for skin moisturization and barrier-support applications.

Chemical & Technical Profile

Parameter	Specification
Product Type	Water-Soluble Wheat Ceramide Complex
Active System	Approx.
	2.5% Ceramide + 2.5% Digalactosyl Diglyceride (DGDG)	Supplier-Declared INCI	Water / Dipropylene Glycol / Wheat Extract	CAS Numbers	7732-18-5 / 2163-42-0 / 84012-44-2	Appearance	Flowing liquid	Color	Beige to light yellow	Odor	Characteristic wheat odor	Solubility	Water-soluble / water-dispersible	Recommended Use Level	2–10%	Applicable pH Range	pH 4–11	Thermal Stability	Supplier reports stability below 90°C	Origin	Spain	Shelf Life	2 years under recommended storage conditions

Composition & Functional Principle

The material is supplied as a naturally solubilized wheat-ceramide system associated with Digalactosyl Diglyceride (DGDG).

According to the supplier, DGDG assists in dispersing the ceramide phase in water and provides natural emulsification and lipid-organizing properties. This distinguishes the material from conventional isolated ceramides that normally require lipid-phase dissolution, specialized pre-dispersion, or lamellar processing.

The product should therefore be treated in formulation as a ceramide-containing functional complex, rather than as pure Ceramide NP or a 100% active ceramide powder.

Formulation Guidelines

Recommended dosage: 2–10%

The supplier recommends incorporation into the aqueous phase under stirring at approximately 50°C.

Because the product is already supplied as a liquid water-compatible complex, direct addition to the oil phase is generally unnecessary.

For laboratory and production batches:

1. Prepare the aqueous phase and begin moderate agitation.
2. Bring the system to approximately 40–50°C where compatible with the formulation.
3. Add the Water-Soluble Wheat Ceramide Complex gradually under stirring.
4. Allow sufficient mixing time for complete uniform distribution.
5. Continue with the normal emulsification or finishing sequence.
6. Verify final pH remains within the recommended pH 4–11 operating range.

Although the supplier reports thermal stability below 90°C, unnecessary prolonged exposure to high temperature should be avoided during commercial production.

Formulation Advantages

The primary formulation advantage of this grade is its significantly easier handling compared with conventional poorly water-soluble ceramides.

The aqueous delivery system may provide:

• Easier incorporation into water-based formulations
• Reduced risk of visible ceramide crystallization associated with poorly dispersed powders
• Compatibility with emulsions, gels, toners, cleansers, and hair-care systems
• Natural lipid-associated dispersion through DGDG
• Simplified scale-up compared with ceramide systems requiring separate lipid-phase solubilization

Actual finished-product stability should nevertheless be confirmed experimentally because surfactants, electrolytes, polymers, emulsifiers, preservatives, pH, and processing conditions can affect the final system.

Compatibility & Stability

The supplier specifies an operational pH range of 4–11 and thermal stability below 90°C.

During formulation development, evaluate:

• Color stability
• Odor compatibility
• Precipitation or sedimentation
• Phase separation
• Viscosity drift
• Interaction with surfactants and polymers
• Freeze/thaw stability
• Elevated-temperature stability
• Long-term storage stability

Because the ingredient contains wheat-derived material, compatibility with the intended preservative system and microbiological specifications should also be verified in the finished formulation.

R&D, Scale-Up & Quality Control

For incoming raw-material qualification, recommended QC checks include:

QC Parameter	Recommended Control
Appearance	Flowing homogeneous liquid
Color	Beige to light yellow
Odor	Characteristic wheat odor
pH	Verify against supplier COA
Specific Gravity	Establish internal specification from qualified lots
Active Content	Confirm against supplier COA where analytical data are available
Microbiology	Verify against cosmetic raw-material specifications
Identity	Match supplier COA/TDS and retained reference
Storage Stability	Monitor separation, sedimentation, color, and odor change

For scale-up, control addition temperature, mixing intensity, addition rate, and cooling history. A laboratory formula that performs satisfactorily should be reproduced at production scale without unnecessary increases in thermal exposure or shear.

Applications

Suitable for incorporation into a wide range of cosmetic and personal-care products, including:

• Facial moisturizers
• Barrier-support creams
• Serums
• Lotions
• Hydrating gels
• Toners
• Facial cleansers
• Body washes
• Shampoos
• Conditioners
• Hair styling products
• Other compatible aqueous or emulsion-based cosmetic systems

The supplier additionally lists oral-care and specialty aqueous applications; suitability for such applications should only be considered after confirming the applicable regulatory, purity, microbiological, and safety requirements for the intended market.

Packaging, Shipping & Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place, protected from direct light and excessive heat.

Recommended shelf life: 2 years under appropriate storage conditions.

Estimated Delivery: 10–15 Business Days

Important Identity Note

This material is a water-soluble wheat-derived ceramide complex and should not be confused with isolated Ceramide NP powder.

The supplier identifies the carrier system as Water / Dipropylene Glycol / Wheat Extract and declares an active composition of approximately 2.5% ceramide + 2.5% DGDG. The exact ceramide subclass should therefore not be represented as Ceramide NP unless confirmed by the manufacturer’s official technical documentation.

Related Ingredients

Ceramide NP • Bifida Ferment Filtrate

Documentation & Use

• Certificate of Analysis (COA) for the lot shipped: available on request at info@pureingredients.us.
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS): available on request.
• SKU: PI-RM-0014

For cosmetic formulation use only. Not for direct application to skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are ceramides?

Ceramides are lipids found naturally in the outer layer of the skin, where they sit alongside cholesterol and free fatty acids in the lipid matrix between skin cells. In cosmetics they are used in moisturizers, serums and barrier-support creams.

Is this the same as Ceramide NP powder?

No. This is a water-soluble wheat ceramide complex supplied as a flowing liquid, with approximately 2.5% ceramide and 2.5% Digalactosyl Diglyceride (DGDG) per the supplier specification. Formulate it as a ceramide-containing complex, not as a 100% active ceramide. If you need an isolated ceramide powder, see our Ceramide NP Powder.

What is the INCI name?

Supplier-declared INCI: Water / Dipropylene Glycol / Wheat Extract (CAS 7732-18-5 / 2163-42-0 / 84012-44-2).

What is the recommended use level?

The supplier recommends 2–10%. Check your final formula against your own stability and safety testing.

How do I add it to a formula?

Add it to the water phase under moderate stirring at about 40–50°C, then continue your normal emulsification or finishing steps. It does not need to be dissolved in the oil phase. Keep the final pH between 4 and 11; the supplier reports stability below 90°C, so avoid prolonged high heat.

Which products is it used in?

Moisturizing creams and lotions, water-based serums, gels and barrier-support formulas where an easy-to-handle, water-compatible ceramide source is preferred over oil-phase ceramide powders.

What is the shelf life?

2 years under the recommended storage conditions. Keep the container closed and away from heat and direct light.