Formulation Questions Answered

Here are the answers to your formulation questions:

1. PEG-75 Lanolin vs. Beeswax for Glossy Texture

PEG-75 Lanolin (Water Soluble Lanolin) is a water-soluble ingredient primarily used for conditioning in the water phase of a formulation. Beeswax, on the other hand, is an oil-soluble wax used in the oil phase as a thickener and structuring agent to form the cream base. While PEG-75 Lanolin can contribute to the feel of the cream, it cannot directly replace Beeswax as a base to provide structure and thickness because they function differently and are incorporated in different phases of the formulation.

To achieve a glossy texture in your cream, consider using ingredients specifically designed for this purpose, such as:

• LipidSoft™ Shine: An ester known for providing high gloss.
• Glossy Wax: A liquid oil wax that adds shine without greasiness.
• emulPearl™ (Flakes/Pellets): This is a pearlizer that creates a pearly or lustrous appearance in cream textures when mixed in the oil phase with heat.

2. Olus Oil Availability

Based on the information, Olus Oil (Vegetable Vaseline) is available. However, the website currently shows it is out of stock. The team is checking with customer service for the latest stock status.

3. Pigment for Pearly White Cream

You mentioned trying Silver Pearl Mica (Size A-) but found the particles too large and the color too silvery, not pearly white. Mica pigments like Silver Pearl Mica provide color and shimmer/sparkle depending on their particle size. Size A- is a relatively small particle size for mica, but it still functions as a pigment with a silver tint.

To achieve a pearly white texture in your cream, as suggested by the staff, emulPearl™ (Flakes/Pellets) is the recommended ingredient. emulPearl is a pearlizer (Glycol Distearate) that is mixed into the oil phase with heat (60-80°C) at a rate of 0.5-3% to give the cream base itself a smooth, pearly, or lustrous appearance, rather than adding visible shimmer particles like mica.

If you specifically need a white color with a fine pearly effect, you might consider using a combination of a white pigment (like Titanium Dioxide, if available) and a very fine white pearl mica, or primarily rely on emulPearl for the pearly texture.