Cleansing Oil Formulation Advice

Regarding your questions about adapting the cleansing water formula to an oil-based makeup remover:

1. Replacing Water with Oil: Yes, you can replace the water phase entirely with oil to create a cleansing oil. As the staff previously confirmed, this is a suitable approach.

2. Using PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate in an Oil Formula: Based on the staff's previous response, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate (Coco Wash™) can dissolve in oil. While it is water-soluble and often used in water-based micellar formulas, it can still function in an oil system, likely contributing to the overall feel and rinse-off properties. You can include it in your oil-based formula.

3. Substitute for PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides: Since PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides (MakeUp-Wash™) is water-soluble and you are creating an oil-based formula, you will need a different emulsifier that works well in oil to help the product rinse off cleanly with water. Suitable alternatives commonly used in cleansing oils include:

   • Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
   • Polysorbate 85 (Tween 85)

These ingredients are oil-soluble emulsifiers that help the oil phase mix with water and rinse away makeup and impurities effectively. You can choose one or a combination of these based on your desired texture and cleansing performance.

For the oil phase, using light oils like Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Fractionated Coconut Oil) or other natural oils as you intended is a good choice for a cleansing oil.