Magnesium citrate, 100 g

Magnesium Citrate: A Multipurpose Ingredient for Skin, Hair, and Makeup

Introducing our high-quality Magnesium Citrate, a pure white powder manufactured in Germany. This versatile ingredient, a magnesium salt of citric acid, is renowned for its beneficial properties across a wide range of applications, from personal care to pharmaceuticals. In cosmetics, it's a powerhouse for its antioxidant, moisturizing, and strengthening effects, making it a favorite for formulators worldwide.

Key Properties and Benefits

Magnesium Citrate is a functional ingredient that offers a multitude of benefits for cosmetic and personal care products. Its powder form and pH range of 5.0-8.0 allow for easy integration into various formulations. While it's slowly soluble in cold water, it dissolves well in hot water, which is a key consideration during the formulation process.

The primary benefits of Magnesium Citrate in cosmetics include:

• Antioxidant Action: Magnesium plays a crucial role in neutralizing free radicals. This helps protect the skin from environmental damage and slow down the signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.

• Cellular Metabolism Regulation: It helps normalize metabolic processes in skin cells. This promotes a healthier appearance and improves the overall condition of the skin.

• Enhanced Skin Barrier Function: By strengthening the skin's natural barrier, it helps reduce moisture loss and increases the skin's resilience against external irritants. This is essential for maintaining hydration and soothing sensitivity.

• Deep Hydration: It aids in moisture retention, contributing to a plump, hydrated look and feel.

• Hair Strength and Shine: When used in hair care products, Magnesium Citrate helps to fortify the hair shaft, reducing breakage and adding a natural, healthy luster.

• Formula Stabilization: In decorative cosmetics, it acts as a stabilizing agent, improving the texture and consistency of products like powders and foundations.

Its wide-ranging properties make it a valuable addition to many different product types, enhancing their efficacy and consumer appeal.

Application and Usage

The versatility of Magnesium Citrate makes it a go-to ingredient for cosmetic formulators. It's suitable for a variety of products designed for skincare, haircare, and even makeup.

• Anti-Aging Creams and Serums: At a dosage of 0.5–3%, it's used to combat signs of aging by providing antioxidant protection and regulating cellular turnover.

• Moisturizing Lotions and Creams: A dosage of 0.5–3% helps to strengthen the skin's barrier and improve moisture retention, leading to long-lasting hydration.

• Face and Hair Masks: At a dosage of 1–2%, it enriches masks, providing a deep treatment that helps purify the skin and fortify hair.

• Shampoos and Conditioners: A dosage of 0.5–1% is ideal for strengthening hair structure, reducing brittleness, and improving overall texture and shine.

• Cleansers: It can be included in facial washes and body cleansers to provide a gentle, soothing effect and help maintain the skin's natural balance.

• Decorative Cosmetics: At a dosage of 0.1–1%, it's used in powders and foundations to stabilize the formula and enhance product texture, ensuring a smooth application.

• Other Applications: Beyond cosmetics, Magnesium Citrate is widely used as a dietary supplement (e.g., in capsules and powders) and in pharmaceutical formulations due to its high bioavailability and gentle laxative properties.

This ingredient is a must-have for anyone looking to create high-performance products with natural, effective ingredients.

DIY Recipe: Hydrating & Anti-Aging Face Serum

Create a simple yet powerful face serum designed to hydrate, strengthen, and revitalize your skin using Magnesium Citrate.

Ingredients:

• Distilled Water

• Glycerin

• Hyaluronic Acid Powder (Low Molecular Weight)

• Magnesium Citrate Powder

• Panthenol (Vitamin B5)

• Liquid Preservative (e.g., Geogard Ultra)

Instructions:

1. Prepare a clean workspace: Sanitize all your equipment, including beakers, stirrers, and your final serum bottle, with isopropyl alcohol. Let them air dry completely.

2. Make the gel base: In a beaker, combine distilled water and hyaluronic acid powder. Stir well and let the mixture sit for a few hours (or overnight) until the powder is fully hydrated and forms a clear gel.

3. Create the active solution: In a separate small container, mix a small amount of warm distilled water with the Magnesium Citrate Powder until it's fully dissolved. It dissolves best in warm water.

4. Combine the phases: Add the dissolved Magnesium Citrate solution, glycerin, and panthenol to the hyaluronic acid gel. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly blended.

5. Add the preservative: Introduce your chosen liquid preservative to the serum and stir thoroughly for at least one minute to ensure it's fully incorporated.

6. Check and adjust pH: Use a pH meter or pH strips to test the serum's pH. It should be between 5.0 and 6.0 for optimal skin health. Adjust with a few drops of lactic acid (to lower pH) or a small amount of baking soda solution (to raise pH) if needed.

7. Transfer to a bottle: Carefully pour the finished serum into your clean, sanitized bottle with a dropper.

Tips and Recommendations:

• Dosage: Use 0.5-2% of Magnesium Citrate in this serum to benefit from its antioxidant and barrier-strengthening properties.

• Solubility: Remember that Magnesium Citrate is more soluble in hot water. Pre-dissolving it in a small amount of warm water will prevent clumping when you add it to the final mixture.

• Storage: Store the serum in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. The preservative will ensure a longer shelf life, typically several months.

• Application: Apply 2-3 drops to a clean face morning and night before your moisturizer. It helps to hydrate and prepare the skin for subsequent products.

• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test on a small area of your skin before using the product on your face, especially if you have sensitive skin.