Comparing Oil Gel Bases and Ingredients for Texture and Feel

Question

Based on using Oil Gel (Hydrogenated Polydecene) as a base to make it more liquid for skin application by mixing with other components:

1. Which ingredient, `LipidSoft Lite` (Isononyl Isononanoate) or `Dimethicone 1 secs`, can dissolve better into the `Oil Gel` (Hydrogenated Polydecene) base?
2. Comparing a mixture of `Oil Gel` 30% + `LipidSoft Lite` 70% versus `Oil Gel` 30% + `Dimethicone 1 secs` 70%, which provides a softer and more comfortable feel on the skin?
3. Do `Oil Gel` (Hydrogenated Polydecene) and `Coconut Oil Gel` have a similar sticky texture? Also, what substance is used to create the gel texture in `Coconut Oil Gel` (as it is not specified on the product page)?
4. Comparing `LipidSoft Lite` (Isononyl Isononanoate), `Dimethicone 1 secs`, and `Isododecane`, which one provides more softness, is easier to spread, and feels more comfortable on the skin?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Regarding your questions: Ethoxydiglycol and Tea Tree Oil in water: Ethoxydiglycol (EDG) can dissolve Tea Tree Essential Oil to create a clear mixture. However, as the staff mentioned, EDG is a solvent/carrier, not an emulsifier. Therefore, this mixture will not dissolve into a water base without adding a separate emulsifier. The percentage of EDG used will not enable it to dissolve oil in water. Diluting Oil Gel (Hydrogenated Polydecene): Both LipidSoft Lite (Isononyl Isononanoate) and Dimethicone 1 secs can dissolve into Oil Gel (Hydrogenated Polydecene). If the mixture appears cloudy after mixing, gentle heating can help it become clear again. Comparing Oil Gel + LipidSoft Lite vs. Oil Gel + Dimethicone 1 secs for skin feel: Dimethicone 1 secs evaporates very quickly, which gives an initial light feel but may not leave sufficient lasting softness after it evaporates. LipidSoft Lite does not evaporate and will provide a more lasting soft and comfortable feel on the skin compared to Dimethicone 1 secs. Oil Gel (Hydrogenated Polydecene) vs. Coconut Oil Gel texture and composition: They have similar textures. However, Coconut Oil Gel has significant limitations in mixing with other oils and is intended more as a ready-to-use base with minimal additional ingredients, unlike Oil Gel (Polydecene Base) which is designed to mix well with various oils. The specific thickening agent used in Coconut Oil Gel was not mentioned in the provided information. Isododecane and Oil Gel compatibility: Yes, Isododecane can dissolve into Oil Gel (Hydrogenated Polydecene), as Oil Gel is compatible with a wide range of oils. Comparing LipidSoft Lite, Dimethicone 1 secs, and Isododecane for feel: Dimethicone 1 secs provides more softness but is less slippery than Isododecane. Both Dimethicone 1 secs and Isododecane evaporate quickly from the skin, resulting in a dry finish. LipidSoft Lite does not evaporate and provides a lasting soft and comfortable feel. Isododecane is known for its very light, dry, and slippery feel due to its volatility, making it easy to spread initially. Dimethicone 1 secs is also volatile and provides a silky feel. LipidSoft Lite is a non-volatile emollient offering good spreadability and a soft, conditioning feel.