Sym White Powder (Phenylethyl Resorcinol)

Description

INCI Name: Phenylethyl Resorcinol

Derived From: Naturally exists in the bark of Scotch Pine trees. Nature-identical SymWhite are also synthetically made.

Ingredient Function: Skin Brightening/ Lightening, Antioxidant Protection

Other Names: SymWhite, Phenylethyl Resorcinol

Form: Powder

Colour: White to Beige

Solubility: Oil-soluble and also soluble in Propylene Glycol

Usage Rate: 0.1 to 1%; 0.5% recommended for leave-on products

Optimal and Stable at: Below pH 4.5

Storage: Store in a titghtly sealed container, in a cool place, away from direct sun and moisture.

Compatibility: SymWhite Powder is compatible with other skincare active ingredients including Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Niacinamide.

Benefits of Sym White Powder to the Skin: Fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation, improves uneven skin tone to help overall complexionlook radiant, reduces the appearance of skin discolourations including dark spots and blemishes due to pimples and insect bites.

Common Types of Products Formulated with Sym White Powder: Dark spot corrector/ eraser products, skin-brightening creams and lotions, toners and serums, body butters

Formulation Notes:

• Add SymwWhite Powder to oil-based formulations
• Add to cool-down phase of your formulation, or add at the end of the formulation (as SymWhite is heat-sensitive).
• Heat to below temperature 45°C if you need to dissolve the SymWhite Powder faster or properly.
• Adjust the final product to a PH below 4.5