kbrkbr said:
Sig, could you tell us how you came up with this particular recipe? Thanks.
I've been looking around on other boards, looking at other transdermal formulas and have spent alot time using Google to find out more about each "ingredient"

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Most info pertaining to the transdermal carrier solution came from a single post on another board, I don't have the URL but I copied the text into my (far too large) notepad file on this topic:
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL - Used in many TD formulas, it is primarily a solvent but in a diluted from acts as a carrier solution and assists in binding the other components. It also has some penetration properties of its own.
ISOPROPYL PALMITATE - Used as a lubricant, it softens up the skin so that it is penetrated more easily. Also helps the solution dry more quickly.
ISOPROPYL MYRISTRATE – Again used in many transdermal solutions as an excellent carrier / skin penetrator.
OLEIC ACID - A powerful penetration enhancer.
PROPYLENE GLYCOL - Oily substance that keeps the moisture from leaving the skin. The more moisture the easier it is for the PC to penetrate.
DMSO – Very powerful penetration enhancer. This may irritate the skin at the quantity suggested so I might reduce the overall amount.
The percentage split on my previous post is a tried and tested formula, which apparently provides excellent results.
ProtienFiend said:
is this stuff controlled in anyway?
Not as far as I’m aware (I’m getting my ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL locally from the UK – as it’s a hazardous material to ship).