Your Guide to Formulating Collagen Products

Collagen has been incorporated into a wide array of personal care products including serums, toners, cleansers and moisturisers. Its popularity is largely contributed by its efficacy and safety during use. It is a relatively easy ingredient to include into almost any product. Click here to learn about new discoveries in cosmetics science that you may incorporate into your next formulation!

Consumers do not have to worry on sensitivity issues or harmful effects that Collagen may bring. Collagen products are non-sun-sensitising and can be used on a daily basis, both AM and PM.

Collagen Products Available in The Market

Mario Badescu - Collagen Moisturizer SPF 15

Ingredients: Avobenzone 2%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Oxybenzone 5%, Aqua (Water, Eau), Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl, Methoxycrylene, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Soluble Collagen, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol

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Mizon - Original Skin Energy Collagen 100

Ingredients: Water, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose, Sclerotium Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-3, Propylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Niacinamide, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Octanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tropolone, Copper Tripeptide-1, Allantoin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA.

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Formulation Guides

Age Defying Cream Gel​

A non-greasy, lightweight anti-aging cream gel that is absorbs quickly. With immediate lifting/ tightening effect due to Pullulan.

Phase
Product Name
INCI Name
Function
% W/W
A
Water
Water
Solvent
q.s.
Glycerin
Glycerin
Humectant
2.0
B
Film Former
5.0
C
Multicare MP40KC
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloydimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Polyglutamic Acid
Thickener
1.8
D
DK DES
Diethylhexyl Succinate
Surfactant
3.0
E
TCS-6561
Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
2.0
Dimethicone 100Cst
Dimethicone
Emollient
1.0
TCE-3061
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Feel Modifier
2.0
F
Retinolsome
Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Disodium Edta, 1,2 Hexanediol, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Ternifolia Sedd oil. Campestris Sterols, Ceteth-3, Tccopherol Actetate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Aluminum/ Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Chitosan
Active
2.0
G
Natori AHP-8 500P HD
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Active
7.0
Panthenol
Panthenol
Active
0.5
Natori Hyasolve HD
Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water
Active
2.0
Active
3.0
H
Supershield PEG
Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Preservative
1.0
I
Superscent Milky Powder
Fragrance
Fragrance
0.1
J
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Water, Citric acid
pH Adjuster
q.s.

Procedure

1. Combine ingredients in Phase A and mix until homogenous.
2. Add Phase B and mix until clear and homogenous.
3. Add Phase C and mix until a thick translucent mixture is formed.
4. Add Phase D and mix until homogenous.
5. Pre-mix Phase E and mix until homogenous. Add to bulk and mix until a opaque white cream is formed.
6. Add Phase F and mix until homogenous.
7. Add Phase G one at a time and mix until homogenous.
8. Add Phase H and mix until homogenous.
9. Add Phase I and mix until homogenous.
10. Adjust pH using citric acid solution to pH 5.5 – 6.5

Properties

Appearance:  Light Yellow Cream Gel
pH: 5.5 – 6.5

Essence of Youth

A light, fast absorbing essence that reduces signs of aging, increases skin elasticity and making face more radiant.

Phase
Product Name
INCI Name
Function
% W/W
A
Water
Water
Solvent
q.s.
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Water, Citric acid
pH Adjuster
q.s. to pH <6.0
B
Glycerin
Glycerin
Humectant
2.0
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Thickener
0.2
C
Hydrojel Oil PFKC
Glycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic acid copolymer, PVM/MA Copolymer
Feel Modifier
1.0
D
DK DES
Diethylhexyl Succinate
Surfactant
5.0
E
Tranexel V10
Nicotinoyl Dipeptide -22, Tranexamoyl Dipeptide-22, Lactobacillues/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract, Citrus Urantinum Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate
Active
5.0
Active
5.0
Natori Hyasolve HD
Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water
Active
3.0
F
Preservative
0.6
G
Fragrance
1.0
H
Colorant
Colorant
Colorant
q.s.
I
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Water, Citric acid
pH Adjuster
q.s.

Procedure

1. Adjust pH of Water to pH less than 6.0.
2. Pre-mix Phase B until a slurry is formed. Add to water and mix until clear and homogenous.
3. Add Phase C and mix until homogenous.
4. Add Phase D and mix until clear and homogenous.
5. Add Phase E one at a time and mix until homogenous.
6. Add Phase F and mix until homogenous.
7. Add Phase G and mix until homogenous.
8. Add Phase E and mix until homogenous.
9. Adjust pH to 5.5-6.5 using citric acid solution.

Properties

Appearance:  Translucent Pink Liquid
pH: 5.5 – 6.5

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