Ictasol

Product Description

Our Ictasol is a highly purified, water-soluble pale sulfonated shale oil manufactured through a specialized dry distillation process of sulfur-rich oil shale at our direct factory source. Unlike traditional dark ichthammol, this refined grade offers exceptional purity and a milder odor, utilizing its complex organic sulfur compounds to regulate sebaceous gland activity and soothe compromised skin barriers. As the market shifts toward "dermo-cosmetics" and targeted acne-care solutions, Ictasol stands as a clinically-proven active for high-efficacy therapeutic personal care formulations.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Ictasol
• CAS No.: 12-167-7
• Chemical Class: Sodium Shale Oil Sulfonate
• Appearance: Pale yellow to brownish-yellow clear liquid
• Solubility: Highly stable in aqueous solution and hydro-alcoholic systems
• Total Sulfur Content: ≥ 10.0% (Calculated on dried substance)
• Regulatory Status: Listed in the Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients in China (IECIC) List I[cite: 1, 2]

Key Benefits & Applications

• Anti-Seborrheic Efficacy: Effectively reduces excessive sebum production and normalizes keratinization, making it ideal for oily and acne-prone skin.
• Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity: Exhibits potent bacteriostatic effects against P. acnes and various fungi associated with dandruff.
• Intensive Anti-Inflammatory Action: Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase and reduces leukotriene B4 release to significantly alleviate erythema and itching.
• Skin Microbiome Balancing: Promotes a healthy scalp environment in anti-dandruff shampoos and therapeutic scalp treatments.

Formulation Guidelines

• Recommended Dosage: 0.5% – 3.0% (Scalp care); 1.0% – 5.0% (Intensive acne treatments).
• Optimal pH Range: Stable within a broad range of pH 3.0 to 10.0, offering excellent formulation flexibility.
• Compatibility: Compatible with anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants; excellent transdermal delivery profile.
• Synergy: Combine with Salicylic Acid for enhanced comedolytic action and accelerated pore clearing.