100% Natural Balm Formulation Guidelines

Creating a 100% natural balm involves combining natural waxes, butters, and oils. While I cannot provide exact percentage formulas, I can suggest categories of natural ingredients and specific examples found in our database that are suitable for this purpose.

Key Natural Ingredients for Balm:

1. Natural Waxes: Provide structure and hardness to the balm.

   • Natural White Beeswax: A classic natural wax from bees, known for its emollient properties. It has a melting point around 62°C and should be mixed into the oil phase by heating to dissolve.
   • Sunflower Wax: Derived from sunflower seeds, this wax has a higher melting point (74-80°C) and is also mixed into the oil phase with heat.

2. Natural Butters: Add richness, moisture, and a smooth texture.

   • Shea Butter: A highly effective moisturizer with fatty acids, helping maintain skin moisture and flexibility. It melts around 60-70°C and is mixed into the oil phase with heat.
   • Mango Butter: Obtained from mango seeds, it offers moisturizing and skin regenerative properties due to its high fatty acid content. It also melts around 60-70°C and is mixed into the oil phase with heat.

3. Natural Oils: Provide nourishment, emollience, and spreadability.

   • NaturalProfile™ Grape Seed Oil: Contains antioxidants like Polyphenols, helps retain moisture, and makes skin smooth and soft. It is mixed into the oil part of the formula.
   • Vegetable Vaseline (Olus Oil): A 100% natural mixture of triglycerides from various natural oils, offering a creamy texture similar to petroleum jelly. It is mixed into the oil part.
   • Sacha inchi Oil (Virgin): Rich in omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids, suitable for skin nourishment. It is mixed into the oil part of the formula.

General Approach:

A basic natural balm is typically made by melting the wax and butter together, then incorporating the liquid oils. The ratio of wax to butter and oil determines the final hardness of the balm. More wax results in a harder balm, while more butter and oil result in a softer balm.

Remember to mix ingredients in the oil phase by heating until fully dissolved, then stir while cooling until the balm solidifies.

These are examples of natural ingredients you can use. You would need to experiment with the ratios to achieve your desired balm consistency.