Ingredient FAQ

Our experts at Creative Biolabs have picked a wonderful assortment of bioactive chemicals, phospholipids, and plant-derived reagents that biologists and chemists actually want to deploy. In the field of new drug candidates, better nutraceuticals or next-generation e-cosmetics, our high-purity substances can make your efforts move forward. Only to really stand out, we customize the process of how we interact with you — our team gets beyond high-level and goes into the ins-and-outs of your specific application to pick out the right ingredients that help solve formulations for you.

Q: What exactly does Creative Biolabs offer?

A: We carry all sorts of functional ingredients, including:

• Phospholipids (e.g., Soy and Egg Phosphatidylcholine, Phosphatidylserine): Available in food-grade and injectable-grade forms for use in drug delivery systems and nutritional applications.
• Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds (e.g., Ginsenosides, Astragalosides, Cordycepin, Forskolin): Purified active compounds known for their pharmacological and nutraceutical potential.
• Rare Natural Products (e.g., Triptolide, Parthenolide, Xanthohumol): Useful for anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, or anti-tumor research.
• Specialty Molecules (e.g., Spermidine, 5-deazaflavin): For advanced biochemical and aging research.

Our ingredients are used by researchers and formulators across different fields because they deliver consistent results. If you're working in drug discovery, you'll find them ideal for everything from initial screening to preclinical work. For supplement developers, our materials help create products that actually work like they're supposed to - with better absorption and effectiveness. In cosmetics, they assist brands in creating smarter skincare that works better, for longer. Whether a new medicine, supplements, or personal care innovation - our ingredients will deliver for you.

Q: How do you make sure your ingredients meet quality standards?

A: We take quality tests seriously. These tests include:

• Rigorous Testing: Each batch of ingredients undergoes thorough testing using advanced analytical techniques to verify purity, identity, and activity.
• Certificate of Analysis (CoA): A detailed CoA is provided with each product, outlining the specific quality control tests performed and the results obtained.
• Stability Studies: Stability studies are conducted to determine the shelf life and optimal storage conditions for each ingredient.
• Traceability: Comprehensive documentation and tracking systems are in place to ensure full traceability of all ingredients.

Q: No time to decide the ingredients for my project? Just HINT, Please.

A: This is what most of us recommend on average in general:

• Purity & Grade: Identify whether you require food-grade, injectable-grade, or research-grade ingredients, depending on regulatory and safety needs.
• Functional Role: Clarify the ingredient's role—whether it acts as an active compound (e.g., ginsenosides, cordycepin), a carrier/lipid component (e.g., phosphatidylcholine), or a synergistic agent in your formulation.
• Solubility & Formulation Compatibility: Assess how well the ingredient integrates into your delivery system (e.g., emulsions, liposomes, or powders).
• Bioavailability & Stability: Consider the bioavailability, storage requirements, and stability under your intended use conditions (e.g., temperature, pH, or light exposure).
• Scientific Evidence: Review existing scientific literature and clinical data supporting the use of specific ingredients in your application area.

Troubleshooting

Having trouble? Here are some common issues and quick fixes:

Q: Having trouble dissolving your phospholipids?

A: Warm the solution slowly (below 45°C) and try quick sonication on it. Also, verify your solvent--though phospholipids do better in water, some dissolve better in ethanol, chloroform, or DMSO.

Q: My plant extract changed color over time.

A: Color shifts can indicate oxidation. Store light-sensitive compounds like Xanthohumol or Quillaic acid in amber vials at -20°C. Use antioxidants or nitrogen blanketing if needed.

Q: I'm not seeing expected bioactivity in cell-based assays.

A: Double-check concentration ranges, solubility, and the time course. Heads up - compounds like Triptolide or Wogonin pack a punch but are super sensitive to dose.  Even small changes can make a big difference.

Q: How should I handle powdered ingredients for my formulation?

A: For plant extracts, start with DMSO or ethanol - they usually do the trick. Phospholipids are a bit different - try aqueous buffers with some light sonication to get those liposomes forming nicely.

Further Support

Stuck on a stubborn formulation? Can't decide between ingredients? Our bench scientists are happy to troubleshoot with you. We've got all the backup docs too - MSDS, CoAs, you name it.

Just contact us. We are here to help figure out what works best for your specific project.