Active Spicule

Spicule In® Active‑Coated Spicule | Siliceous Delivery Ingredient
COSMOS · VEGAN · HALAL Available

Spicule In®
Active‑Coated Spicule

Siliceous spicule substrate with high‑pressure spray‑coating for targeted active delivery and sustained release. Dual substrate options, multi‑active loading, broad formulation compatibility, fully customisable for European & North‑American cosmetic brands, OEM factories and raw‑material distributors.

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Needle‑shaped silica carrier with surface‑loaded cosmetic actives
What are Active‑Coated Spicules?
Needle‑shaped silica carriers engineered to load and controllably deliver cosmetic actives onto skin

Spicule In® Active‑Coated Spicules use Sponge Spicules or Mineral‑derived Spicules as siliceous needle‑shaped substrates. Selected cosmetic actives are anchored onto spicule surfaces via high‑pressure spray‑coating process.

The material retains native spicule penetration capability while adding built‑in skincare efficacy. Actives stay stable inside cosmetic formulations during storage, then deliver and release gradually upon skin contact. Solves known formulation pain‑points: premature active degradation and insufficient skin penetration from simple blending.

Process Workflow
Spicule Substrate + Selected Actives → High‑Pressure Spray Coating → Spicule In® Active‑Coated Spicule
Dual Substrates: Mineral‑derived vs Sponge Spicules
Identical siliceous needle morphology; different INCI, certification and market positioning
Item Mineral‑derived Spicule Sponge Spicule
Source Natural riverbed siliceous sedimentary rock Fermentation extraction from dried freshwater sponge biomass
INCI Name Silica Hydrolyzed Sponge
Certifications COSMOS, VEGAN, HALAL HALAL
Market Positioning Clean‑beauty, vegan‑formula oriented Natural‑sponge concept storytelling
Shared Properties XRD & SEM confirmed amorphous silica, needle‑like morphology; shared L1/L2/L3 particle‑size grades & application framework

Substrate Grade Selection Guide

Grade Target Length (μm) D50 (μm) Spicule Count / g Recommended B‑End Use‑Case
L1 100 80‑120 ~50 million Basic care, sensitive & thin‑skin formulations
L2 200 180‑220 ~20 million Performance skincare, professional salon lines (normal skin)
L3 270 240‑300 ~13 million Professional‑only, regional‑specific for thick‑skin applications

💡 Selection Tip: L1 for thin/sensitive skin; L2 as primary grade for general performance cosmetics. L3 longer needles carry higher irritation risk, for professional‑salon exclusive use only.

Four Core Technical Advantages
Integrated design combining spicular structure, active loading, release behaviour and formulation compatibility

Preserved Needle‑Shape for Efficient Penetration

Original spicule geometry is retained to support active‑substance delivery; compatible with both mineral‑derived and sponge substrates.

Multi‑Kind Active Loading via Surface Coating

High‑pressure coating anchors cosmetic actives onto spicule surface. Combines physical penetration power plus built‑in skincare efficacy in one raw‑material particle.

Tunable Sustained‑Release Behaviour

Differential‑solubility design prevents premature active dissolution during storage. Actives release gradually upon skin contact and extend cosmetic performance duration.

Broad Formulation Compatibility

Works for aqueous/gel, O/W, W/O, oil‑based and ointment systems. Reduces development obstacles for cosmetic labs & manufacturers.

Two Coating Technology Platforms
Solubility‑matched design to stabilise actives inside your cosmetic base
🟦 Aqua Actives

Water‑Soluble Active‑Coated Spicules

  • Loaded Actives: Water‑soluble cosmetic ingredients
  • Best‑Fit Formulations: Oil‑base, ointments, W/O emulsions
  • Mechanism: Water‑soluble actives anchored on spicules inside oil‑rich matrix, suppress premature dissolution during shelf‑life; targeted release after skin application.
  • Core Value: Stabilize water‑soluble actives within oil‑based cosmetic systems.
🟩 Lipo Actives

Lipid‑Soluble Active‑Coated Spicules

  • Loaded Actives: Lipid‑soluble cosmetic ingredients
  • Best‑Fit Formulations: Aqueous, gel, O/W emulsions
  • Mechanism: Lipid‑soluble actives anchored on spicules inside water‑rich matrix, minimize premature active release inside aqueous base.
  • Core Value: Enable stable incorporation of lipophilic actives into water‑based products.
Standard Commercial Product Portfolio
Ready‑to‑use coated‑spicule grades for immediate lab screening

Spicule In® Aqua Actives | Water‑Soluble Coated Series

Product Code Loaded Active Appearance Active Loading Key Benefits
GHK‑Cu Copper Peptide Light‑blue powder 10‑20% Skin repair, boosts collagen, anti‑aging & soothing dual‑action
CICA Centella Asiatica Extract Milky‑white powder 10‑20% Redness relief, barrier repair, ideal for sensitive‑skin care
RHC Recombinant Human Collagen complex + Niacinamide White powder 10‑15% Type I / III / XVII collagen support, multi‑layer anti‑aging & firming

Spicule In® Lipo Actives | Lipid‑Soluble Coated Series

Product Code Loaded Active Appearance Active Loading Key Benefits
Cer Safflower‑oil derived Ceramide White powder 3‑8% Strengthen skin barrier, repair lipid film, relieve dryness & flaking
VCIP Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate White powder 3‑6% Lipophilic vitamin‑C derivative, gentle antioxidant, brightening & collagen stimulation
HPR Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) Yellow powder 3‑7.5% Next‑gen retinoid, anti‑wrinkle; more stable & mild vs conventional retinol
Lab‑Verified Performance Data
Analytical evidence backing material consistency, penetration and sustained‑release behaviour

Substrate Consistency (XRD & SEM)

Both mineral‑derived and sponge spicules are confirmed amorphous silica with uniform needle‑shape morphology.

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Raman Skin‑Penetration Test

Raman spectroscopy quantifies active retention across stratum corneum, viable epidermis and dermis layers for multi‑depth delivery.

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In‑vitro Sustained‑Release Profiles

Release curves demonstrate gradual active‑release behaviour, improving formulation stability and extended efficacy.

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Full original test reports are supplied in the downloadable technical package.

Custom Development Service
Tailor‑made coated‑spicule solutions aligned with your finished‑product roadmap

Flexible Project Options

  • ✅ Adjust existing products: Modifiable active‑loading ratio, tune release profiles, flexible multi‑spicule blending
  • ✅ New‑active coating expansion: New‑active screening, formulation & process validation, extend product portfolio
  • ✅ Full custom‑project support: Develop tailor‑made coated‑spicule raw‑materials for your brand requirements.

Custom Workflow

  1. Client requirement submission
  2. Lab development & sampling
  3. Sample performance validation
  4. Technical‑document preparation
  5. Bulk‑production delivery

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Request samples, download full technical datasheet, evaluate custom‑project possibilities or discuss bulk‑order conditions for cosmetic brands, OEM factories and ingredient distributors across EU & North‑America.

TDS / Specification Sheet
MSDS / Safety Data
COSMOS / VEGAN Certificates
XRD‑SEM‑Raman Test Reports
Vegan‑compliant option Batch traceability Commercial‑scale supply
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