Magnesium citrate, 1 kg

Magnesium Citrate Powder: The Vital Mineral for Radiant Skin and Hair

Discover the transformative power of our Magnesium Citrate powder, a premium-grade ingredient sourced from Germany. This fine white powder is the magnesium salt of citric acid, widely recognized for its incredible benefits in various fields. In the cosmetic industry, it's a key ingredient that delivers powerful antioxidant, moisturizing, and fortifying properties. By incorporating Magnesium Citrate into your formulations, you can create products that strengthen the skin's barrier, promote hydration, and reduce irritation, making it a favorite for anti-aging and moisturizing products.

Properties and Key Benefits

Magnesium Citrate is a powerhouse of benefits for cosmetic applications, thanks to its unique properties:

• Antioxidant Action: Magnesium is crucial for neutralizing free radicals, which helps slow down the skin aging process.

• Cellular Metabolism Regulation: It supports the normalization of metabolic processes in skin cells, improving their overall health and vitality.

• Enhanced Skin Barrier Function: It helps to strengthen the skin's natural barrier, reducing moisture loss and increasing resilience to external stressors.

• Moisture Retention: This ingredient helps the skin retain hydration, leading to a plumper, more supple appearance.

• Reduces Irritation: Its soothing properties help calm irritated skin, making it suitable for sensitive skin types.

• Strengthens Hair: In hair care, Magnesium Citrate fortifies the hair structure, reduces breakage, and adds a healthy shine.

• Formula Stabilization: It can be used in cosmetic formulations to stabilize the product and improve texture, ensuring a smooth and consistent application.

Magnesium Citrate is slowly soluble in cold water but readily dissolves in hot water, making it versatile for both heated and non-heated cosmetic recipes. Its pH range of 5.0–8.0 makes it compatible with a wide variety of formulations.

Areas of Application and Usage

Magnesium Citrate is an exceptionally versatile ingredient with a broad range of applications in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and nutritional industries.

• Skincare:

  • Anti-Aging Creams and Serums: At a dosage of 0.5–3% in creams and lotions, and 0.5–2% in serums, it provides powerful antioxidant and revitalizing effects that help combat signs of aging.

  • Moisturizing Lotions and Creams: It improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture, making it a perfect addition to hydrating products.

  • Face Masks: Used at a dosage of 1–2%, it helps to cleanse and enrich the skin with vital magnesium.

  • Cleansers: Incorporated into facial cleansers, it helps to purify the skin while maintaining its natural balance.

• Hair Care:

  • Shampoos and Conditioners: At a dosage of 0.5–1%, it strengthens hair and improves its texture, making it less prone to breakage and more lustrous.

  • Hair Masks: Used at a dosage of 1–2%, it nourishes the hair from root to tip, contributing to its overall health and shine.

• Decorative Cosmetics:

  • Foundation and Powders: At a dosage of 0.1–1%, it is used to stabilize the formula and enhance the product’s texture, ensuring a smooth application.

DIY Recipe: Hydrating and Revitalizing Face Serum

Create a lightweight, hydrating, and revitalizing face serum that strengthens the skin's barrier and boosts cellular health using our Magnesium Citrate powder.

• First, weigh out all your ingredients. This ensures accuracy and consistency in your final product.

• Second, prepare the water phase. In a beaker, combine distilled water and any other water-soluble ingredients. Gently heat the water to around 40–50°C.

• Third, dissolve the Magnesium Citrate. Slowly add Magnesium Citrate powder to the heated water phase. Stir continuously until the powder is fully dissolved.

• Fourth, cool the mixture. Remove the beaker from heat and allow the solution to cool to room temperature (below 40°C).

• Fifth, add the active ingredients. Once the mixture is cool, add your chosen active ingredients. This is a good time to add humectants like glycerin or other extracts.

• Sixth, incorporate the preservative. Add your chosen preservative to the mixture and stir well to ensure it is evenly distributed.

• Seventh, check and adjust the pH. Use a pH meter or strips to check the pH of the serum. The ideal range for skin is between 5.0 and 6.0. If necessary, adjust the pH by adding a few drops of a lactic acid solution to lower it or a diluted sodium bicarbonate solution to raise it.

• Eighth, pour into a container. Pour the finished serum into a clean, sterilized bottle with a dropper.

Application and Recommendations

• Dosage: The recommended dosage for Magnesium Citrate is 0.5–2% in serums. This recipe uses a 2% concentration for a strong revitalizing effect.

• Solubility: Since Magnesium Citrate is more soluble in warm water, dissolving it in a gently heated water phase ensures a smooth, lump-free final product.

• Storage: Store the finished serum in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. The shelf life will depend on the preservative used.

• Usage: Apply 2-3 drops of the serum to a clean face and neck in the morning and evening, gently massaging it into the skin until fully absorbed. Follow with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.

• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test on a small area of skin before full use, especially if you have sensitive skin.