Emulsifying Silicone and Oil in a Sprayable Water-Based Formula
Question
I want to formulate a sprayable liquid product that contains Silicone and Oil in a water base. What percentage range (%) of Silicone and Oil should I use? Additionally, what type of emulsifier is suitable for emulsifying Silicone oil with water, and what is the recommended method to achieve a thin, sprayable emulsion?
Answer
To emulsify silicone oil with water to create a sprayable liquid, you will need an emulsifier. Silicone oils can be challenging to emulsify and often require specific types of emulsifiers designed for silicones or non-ionic emulsifiers.
The choice of the correct emulsifier and the method depends heavily on:
- The specific type of silicone oil you are using.
- The percentage of silicone oil and water in your formula.
As the staff member requested, please provide the percentage of silicone and oil you plan to use. Once we have this information, we can recommend a suitable emulsifier and guide you on the process to achieve a thin, sprayable emulsion.