I see, then it means that T creams are essentially quite close to Test P, in terms of the half-life, meaning you can emulate the circadian rhythm very easily by applying in the morning, similar on how you can inject Test P in the morning. That would be the scenario I would be going for with T creams. Of course if you prefer a more constant levels of hormones, still with larger peaks and valleys, the AM+PM application of cream would take care of that.
You're right, I don't think it makes sense to over-analyze how much of the cream gets absorbed, it depends on too many factors, of the actual cream itself and the person. I just wanted to get a good base understanding of it, as with creams you're essentially applying a weeks dose of T daily, it can be a little difficult to understand if you're coming from injections. Also if you're doing some home-brews, as I'll be doing soon, then it's also useful to know, so that you don't make a 2% cream, thinking you're going to absorb anywhere near that 20mg of T.
Thank you for the information. It's interesting that skin works as a reservoir. I mean it seems like the half-life gets extended enough where it's somewhat similar to Test P, then it really doesn't make sense in making a cream of Test P.