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:
- Prepare the aqueous phase and begin moderate agitation.
- Bring the system to approximately 40–50°C where compatible with the formulation.
- Add the Water-Soluble Wheat Ceramide Complex gradually under stirring.
- Allow sufficient mixing time for complete uniform distribution.
- Continue with the normal emulsification or finishing sequence.
- 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.
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