Cooling Shaving Cream/Foam Formulation

Asked by: nokit18 On: November 30, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

How can I formulate a cooling shaving cream or foam?

Specifically, I would like to know:

  • What ingredients can be used to provide glide and help reduce irritation during shaving?
  • What ingredients can provide a cooling sensation, and are there options for short-term vs. long-lasting cooling?

Answer

Cooling Shaving Cream/Foam Formulation

To create a cooling shaving cream or foam, you can start with a standard cream or foam base formulation. The key is to incorporate ingredients that provide glide and a cooling sensation.

For smoothness and reducing razor irritation, you can use Polyglide™. This ingredient helps create a smooth surface for easy shaving.

For the cooling effect, you have several options depending on the desired intensity and duration:

  • Menthol Water Soluble: Provides a standard cool sensation and is easy to incorporate into water-based formulas.
  • CoCool™: Offers a cooling sensation on the skin.
  • Water-Cool™: A water-soluble cooling agent that can provide a longer-lasting cool feeling, suitable for water-based spray formulas.
  • CoolTouch™: A gentler alternative to Menthol for a cooling sensation.

You can select the cooling agent that best suits your preference for the cooling intensity and the type of formulation you are creating (cream or foam, water-based or oil-based).

Remember to follow the recommended usage rates for each ingredient when formulating your product.