{"product_id":"cholesterol-95-nf-coarse-powder","title":"Cholesterol 95% NF - Coarse Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cholesterol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCholesterol 95% NF is a high-purity sterol supplied as an off-white coarse powder. It is one of the three key lipid classes of the skin's barrier, alongside ceramides and free fatty acids, and is used to build barrier-identical lipid systems in creams, lotions, balms and serums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction in formulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrier lipid – pairs with ceramides and fatty acids to form lamellar, skin-identical lipid structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmollient and skin-conditioning agent – adds richness and cushion to emulsions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCo-emulsifier and emulsion stabiliser – improves the stability and texture of W\/O and O\/W systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves the incorporation and stability of ceramides in a formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical use level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 – 2%; up to 5% in barrier-repair balms. For a classic barrier lipid ratio, combine ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids at roughly 3 : 1 : 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil-soluble and insoluble in water. Add to the oil phase and heat until fully melted and clear before emulsifying (melting point approx. 145 – 150 °C, so pre-dissolve in hot oils or esters for best results).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e barrier creams, moisturisers, ceramide serums and emulsions, eye creams, lip balms, hand and body care, haircare conditioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Off-white coarse powder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil-soluble; insoluble in water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57-88-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead time is 10 days \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sourcery","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":52987801665816,"sku":"CHOLESTEROL95-50G","price":230.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":52987801698584,"sku":"CHOLESTEROL95-100G","price":383.33,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":52987801731352,"sku":"CHOLESTEROL95-500G","price":1642.86,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1773\/0328\/files\/white-fine-powder.png?v=1792749793","url":"https:\/\/thesourcery.co.nz\/products\/cholesterol-95-nf-coarse-powder","provider":"The Sourcery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}