Compatibility of Ingredients in Body Oil
Asked by: office.jctsci
On: October 26, 2022
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Can Avocado Oil, Water-Soluble Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), and Jojoba Wax PEG-120 Esters be mixed into a body oil formulation?
Answer
Regarding your question about mixing ingredients into body oil:
- Avocado Oil (Unrefined): This is an oil itself, so it is compatible and will mix well with other oils like body oil.
- Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) Water-Soluble: The description "Water-Soluble" indicates that this specific form of Vitamin E is designed to dissolve in water, not oil. Therefore, it will likely not mix or dissolve properly in a body oil base.
- Jojoba Wax PEG-120 Esters: Ingredients with PEG (Polyethylene Glycol) chains, especially with a high number like 120, are typically water-soluble or function as emulsifiers to help mix oil and water. This ingredient is designed to be soluble in water and will not dissolve well in pure oil.
In summary, while the Avocado Oil is suitable for mixing into body oil, the Water-Soluble Vitamin E and Jojoba Wax PEG-120 Esters are not designed to be soluble in oil and will likely not mix properly. These ingredients are better suited for water-based formulations or require an emulsifier to be incorporated into an oil phase.