Baby Skin Balm Formulation and Texture
Asked by: chaninporn.pu
On: March 14, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I am formulating a skin cream or balm for babies using oil-soluble ingredients. My proposed formula includes 10% Beeswax and 5% Carnauba Wax. Are these ingredients compatible, and what kind of texture (cream or balm) would result from these wax percentages?
Answer
Hello,
Regarding your question about making a skin cream or balm for your baby using the provided formula, the expert has confirmed that the ingredients you listed are compatible as they are all oil-soluble. Mixing requires heating to melt the waxes.
Based on your proposed proportions of 10% Beeswax and 5% Carnauba Wax, the expert states that the texture will start to resemble a balm.
