A Plant-Based Moisture Booster for Modern Skincare Formulas
Jerusalem Artichoke Inulin Liquid is a concentrated plant extract rich in natural polysaccharides, widely valued in cosmetic manufacturing for its moisturizing and film-forming properties. This raw material is commonly used in the production of creams, serums, lotions, facial and hair masks, as well as body care products designed for long-lasting hydration. The item belongs to the Cosmetic Raw Materials section, which brings together functional ingredients suitable for formulations of any scale, from small trial batches to larger production runs.
The 25 ml size is particularly convenient for home-based cosmetic making and small experimental batches, allowing formulators to test how the ingredient performs before scaling up. Inulin works by binding water at the skin surface, reducing transepidermal water loss and leaving skin feeling smoother and softer after application. Beyond hydration, the compound acts as a mild emulsion stabilizer and can noticeably improve the texture of finished products, giving them a more pleasant glide during application.
In cosmetic formulas, Jerusalem artichoke inulin should be added at the final stage of production, into the water phase, at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, to preserve the integrity of its polysaccharide chains. Typical usage levels range from 1 to 5 percent of the total product mass, depending on the desired texture and product purpose. The ingredient pairs well with other water-soluble actives, hydrolates and extracts, and blends smoothly in formulas alongside Liquid Silk 10 ml, which adds a silky slip and lightweight feel to the finished product.
Another notable application of inulin lies in decorative cosmetics with visual effects. When producing body shimmers, glow gels or shower products with a pearlescent finish, inulin can help stabilize the interaction between the water phase and pigments, including Brown Liquid Metallic Pearl 10 ml and Blue liquid pigment 10 ml, both frequently used for creating vivid visual effects in cosmetics and craft products.
Beyond cosmetics, Jerusalem artichoke inulin is also used in the food industry as a natural prebiotic and thickening agent, and in pharmaceutical development for functional supplements. However, within the cosmetic raw material market, the main demand centers on its hydrating and texture-enhancing qualities, making it a sought-after ingredient for facial creams, hydrating serums and restorative masks.
Liquid inulin should be stored in a tightly closed container, away from direct sunlight, in a cool dark place at room temperature, avoiding overheating and prolonged exposure to air once opened. Under proper storage conditions, the ingredient retains its declared properties for the full shelf life.
Hydrating Shimmer Body Serum
Jerusalem Artichoke Inulin Liquid 8 ml
Distilled water 60 ml
Vegetable glycerin 5 ml
Liquid Silk 3 ml
Brown Liquid Metallic Pearl 2 ml
Cosmetic preservative 1 ml
Combine
distilled water and glycerin in a clean container, then slowly add the inulin
while stirring until fully dissolved. Once the mixture reaches room
temperature, blend in the liquid silk and brown pearl pigment, mixing gently
until the shimmer is evenly distributed throughout the liquid. Finish by adding
the preservative, transfer the serum into a clean pump bottle, and apply to
cleansed skin for a hydrating finish with a subtle radiant glow.