Color Bleeding from Black Reed Diffuser Sticks
Asked by: suppawatsod
On: May 14, 2020
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Hello, I would like to ask for some advice. I used black reed diffuser sticks and the color is bleeding into the diffuser base. I would like to know what is causing this problem?
Answer
The color bleeding from black reed diffuser sticks into the base liquid is usually caused by the dye used to color the sticks. Here are the main reasons:
- Dye Solubility: The black dye used might be soluble in the diffuser base liquid (which is a type of solvent). When the liquid is absorbed by the stick, it dissolves the dye, causing it to leach out.
- Dye Quality: Lower quality dyes or dyes not specifically designed for use with solvents like diffuser bases are more prone to bleeding.
- Insufficient Fixing: The dye might not have been properly fixed or sealed within the reed material during manufacturing.
To prevent this, consider using high-quality reed sticks specifically designed for diffusers, or test a single stick first.