Review and Suggestions for Your Body Lotion Formula

Thank you for providing your body lotion formula for sensitive skin. Your goal of creating a moisturizing, fast-absorbing, non-greasy lotion with natural ingredients is achievable. Here is a review of your proposed formula and some suggestions:

Your Formula:

A) Natural Oil 5%
B) Shea Butter 3%
C) Soy Lecithin 4%
D) Pentaerythrityl Distearate 3%
E) Polysorbate 20 1%
F) Water 77%
G) Cyclomethicone 3%
H) Glycerin 2%
I) Mild Preserved Eco 1%
J) Essential Oil 1%

Review and Suggestions:

• Naturalness: Your formula includes several natural ingredients like Natural Oil, Shea Butter, Soy Lecithin, Glycerin, and Essential Oil. However, Polysorbate 20 and Cyclomethicone are synthetic. To maximize naturalness, you might consider replacing these.
• Moisturization: Shea Butter and Glycerin are excellent for moisturizing. The chosen Natural Oil will also contribute.
• Fast Absorption/Non-Greasy: Cyclomethicone provides a light, non-greasy feel and fast absorption, but it is synthetic. Pentaerythrityl Distearate also helps improve texture and reduce stickiness. For a natural alternative to Cyclomethicone, consider ingredients like LipidSoft™ D5.
• Sensitive Skin: Essential Oils can potentially irritate sensitive skin. Using a lower concentration or omitting the Essential Oil might be beneficial.
• Emulsification: Your formula uses Soy Lecithin and Polysorbate 20. Soy Lecithin is primarily a co-emulsifier for W/O emulsions, while your high water content (77%) suggests an O/W lotion. While Polysorbate 20 can act as a co-emulsifier in O/W, relying on these two alone might lead to instability. For better stability in an O/W system, especially with a focus on natural ingredients, a dedicated natural O/W emulsifier like LeciCream™ is recommended.
• Pentaerythrityl Distearate: This ingredient (Product ID 2231) is a good texturizer that helps with viscosity and reduces stickiness, contributing to a better skin feel.

Suggested Mixing Instructions (for your original formula):

This is a general method for an O/W emulsion using co-emulsifiers:

1. Oil Phase: Combine Natural Oil, Shea Butter (Product ID 117), Soy Lecithin (Product ID 256), Pentaerythrityl Distearate (Product ID 2231), and Polysorbate 20 (Product ID 175) in a heat-resistant container. Heat to 70-80°C, stirring until solids are melted and combined.
2. Water Phase: Combine Water and Glycerin (Product ID 143) in a separate container. Heat to 70-80°C.
3. Emulsification: Slowly pour the hot Oil Phase into the hot Water Phase while continuously stirring or using a high-shear mixer to form the emulsion.
4. Cooling: Continue stirring as the mixture cools.
5. Cooling Phase Additions: Below 40-50°C, add Cyclomethicone (Product ID 171), Mild Preserved Eco (Product ID 1001), and Essential Oil. Stir until well combined.
6. Check the final consistency.

Note: Due to the emulsifier system, stability testing is highly recommended for your formula. Using a dedicated O/W emulsifier like LeciCream™ (Product ID 8338) could improve stability.

Natural Alternatives:

Consider replacing:

• Polysorbate 20 and Soy Lecithin with LeciCream™ (Product ID 8338) or another natural O/W emulsifier.
• Cyclomethicone (Product ID 171) with a natural alternative like LipidSoft™ D5 (Product ID 127361).

I hope this helps you create your ideal body lotion!