Adding Cooling Sensation to Lipstick

Question

I would like to add a cooling sensation to lipstick so that it feels cool when applied. Which substance should I use for this purpose? Thank you very much.

Answer 1

Cooling Agents for Lipstick

To add a cooling sensation to lipstick, you can use cooling agents that are suitable for oil-based formulations. Some recommended options include:

Lip Cool™ (WS-3 Cooling Agent): This is specifically designed for lip products and provides a clean, cool feeling without taste or smell interference. It offers a cooling effect for about 20 minutes and should be mixed into the oil phase of your lipstick formulation. The recommended usage rate is 0.05-0.5%.

Other cooling agents suitable for oil-based formulas that can provide a cooling sensation on the skin (including lips) include:

CoolTouch™ (Menthyl Lactate): Gentler than Menthol, mixed in oil at 0.1-1%.
WS-23 Cooling Agent (Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide): Provides a cooling sensation, mixed in oil at 0.1-0.5%.
CoCool™ (Menthol+Menthyl Lactate): Provides a cooling sensation, mixed in oil at 0.1-5%.
Menthyl PCA: Offers long-lasting cooling and is soluble in oil and glycols.

When formulating lipstick, ensure the chosen cooling agent is compatible with the oil base and follow the recommended usage rates to achieve the desired cooling intensity.