DIY Shower Oil Formulation (similar to L'occitane)
Asked by: t.jirahirunsathien
On: September 20, 2013
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
How can I create a DIY shower oil formulation similar to L'occitane Almond Shower Oil for personal use? What ingredients and percentages are recommended?
Answer
Based on the conversation and the helpful advice from the staff, it is indeed possible to create a shower oil similar to L'occitane Almond Shower Oil for personal use.
The staff member (C7) provided a simplified guideline for the formulation:
- Natural Oils: Use about 60-70% of your chosen natural oils (like Grape Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Vitamin E).
- Surfactants: Choose 1-2 mild surfactants. For example, you could use Coco-Betaine (around 10%) and Coco-Wash (around 5%).
- Base: Include Propylene Glycol (around 5%). Water is generally not needed unless you are adding water-soluble extracts.
- Fragrance: You can add essential oils or perfume for scent if desired.
Simply mix these ingredients together.
If you would like help finding specific ingredients like Coco-Betaine, Coco-Wash, Propylene Glycol, or any of the natural oils mentioned, please let me know, and I can search for them.