{"product_id":"snap-8-cosmetic-peptide-powder-99-pure","title":"SNAP-8 Cosmetic Peptide Powder — 99% Pure","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSNAP-8, commonly identified as \u003cstrong\u003eAcetyl Octapeptide-3\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a highly concentrated cosmetic peptide used in advanced face, eye and expression-line formulations. It is suited to lightweight serums, gels, eye products and creams intended to improve the visible appearance of fine lines and create a smoother-looking complexion.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSNAP-8 powder is far more concentrated than many commercially supplied peptide solutions. Percentages recommended for pre-diluted solutions must therefore not be copied directly when formulating with 99% powder. Commercial peptide ingredients may contain only a small proportion of active peptide and are commonly recommended according to their supplied dilution rather than their pure active content. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon cosmetic applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpression-line serums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye creams and eye gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForehead and targeted-treatment products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-ageing moisturisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-peptide face serums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight gel formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested development range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is concentrated powder, begin with low active levels:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.005–0.02%\u003c\/strong\u003e for initial laboratory development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.02–0.05%\u003c\/strong\u003e for concentrated formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrations above this range should only be used when supported by the supplier’s technical documentation and completed safety and stability testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not automatically formulate pure SNAP-8 powder at the same percentage used for a commercial SNAP-8 solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExample calculations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e30 g serum at 0.01%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNAP-8 powder: \u003cstrong\u003e0.003 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemaining serum base: \u003cstrong\u003e29.997 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis quantity requires a highly accurate analytical balance. A stock solution is normally easier to measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100 g serum at 0.02%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNAP-8 powder: \u003cstrong\u003e0.02 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemaining formulation: \u003cstrong\u003e99.98 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1 kg cream at 0.05%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNAP-8 powder: \u003cstrong\u003e0.50 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemaining formulation: \u003cstrong\u003e999.50 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended stock-solution method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparing a stock solution improves measuring accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample 1% SNAP-8 stock solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare \u003cstrong\u003e100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNAP-8 powder: \u003cstrong\u003e1 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled or deionised water: \u003cstrong\u003e99 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo obtain the following active concentrations in a finished 100 g product:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDesired pure SNAP-8 level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAmount of 1% stock solution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.02%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtract the stock solution from the formulation’s total water phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA water-based stock solution requires a suitable cosmetic preservation system. Unless preservation and microbial stability have been confirmed, prepare only a small quantity for immediate formulation work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMixing instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately weigh the powder or measured stock solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the powder in distilled or deionised water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir gently until fully dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd during the final cool-down stage below approximately \u003cstrong\u003e35–40°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix gently and avoid prolonged high-shear processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the final pH, clarity, colour and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage in a clean, airtight and light-protective container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant formulation notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese powders are concentrated raw cosmetic ingredients and are \u003cstrong\u003enot finished consumer products\u003c\/strong\u003e. They should not be applied directly to the skin or scalp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery finished formulation should undergo:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStability and compatibility testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreservative efficacy testing where water is present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrobiological assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging compatibility testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal cosmetic safety assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch testing before broader use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse appropriate protective equipment when handling concentrated powders and avoid inhalation, eye contact and contamination. Keep sealed, dry and protected from heat and direct light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BIOLABS","offers":[{"title":"1 Gram","offer_id":54115967926640,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/7840\/5232\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug6_2026_07_35_16PM.png?v=1786038445","url":"https:\/\/biolabscosmetics.co.za\/products\/snap-8-cosmetic-peptide-powder-99-pure","provider":"Biolabs Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}