Recommendations for Cream/Gel Bases and Cooling Agents

Here are answers to your questions regarding cream/gel bases and cooling agents:

1. Plain and Cooling Cream/Gel Bases

We have cream or gel bases that are colorless and fragrance-free, suitable for use as a base without additional properties. Examples include:

• Hyaluronic Acid Gel Base: A clear gel base focused on adding moisture.
• Water Sleeping Mask Base: A white cream base with a texture similar to a sleeping mask.

However, we do not have a pre-made version of these bases that already contains a cooling effect. The cooling sensation would need to be added separately using a cooling agent.

2. Alternative Cooling Agents (without Menthol/Camphor)

Yes, there are cooling agents that can provide a cooling sensation without using menthol or camphor, which can sometimes have side effects. Suitable alternatives for skin products include:

• Menthyl Lactate: Provides a mild, long-lasting cooling sensation.
• Menthone Glycerin Acetal (often referred to as Freeze Me): Another effective cooling agent.

Please note that some cooling agents, like Lip Cool™ (WS-3 Cooling Agent), are specifically designed for lip products and are not suitable for cooling the skin.

3. Adding Cooling Agents to Bases

Yes, you can add cooling agents like Menthyl Lactate or Menthone Glycerin Acetal directly into a suitable base such as the Hyaluronic Acid Gel Base or Water Sleeping Mask Base. These cooling agents are generally designed to provide a cooling effect without significantly altering the color or typical odor of the base.

To add them, you would typically mix the cooling agent into the base. It's important to check the solubility of the specific cooling agent you are using and ensure it is compatible with the base. Menthyl Lactate and Menthone Glycerin Acetal are usually soluble in oils or glycols, which are often present in cream/gel bases, helping them to disperse well. You should also follow the recommended usage rate for the cooling agent to achieve the desired cooling intensity without causing irritation.

In summary, you can use a plain base like Hyaluronic Acid Gel Base or Water Sleeping Mask Base and add a suitable cooling agent such as Menthyl Lactate or Menthone Glycerin Acetal to create a cooling version.