Essential Equipment and Containers for Making Cream at Home (Beginner)

Asked by: chetsoi.cs On: February 08, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

As a beginner interested in making my own cream, what are the essential equipment and containers I need to get started?

Answer

Hello! For beginners who want to start making their own cream, here is a list of essential equipment and containers:

Essential Equipment and Containers for Making Cream:

  1. Digital Scale: For accurately weighing ingredients (should have at least 1-2 decimal places).
  2. Glass Beakers: Used for measuring and mixing small quantities of ingredients. It's good to have various sizes.
  3. Glass Stirring Rods or Silicone Spatulas: Used for stirring and mixing ingredients.
  4. Double Boiler or Water Bath: For melting oil-based ingredients and waxes using indirect heat from steam to control temperature and prevent burning.
  5. Thermometer: For measuring the temperature of ingredients, especially when combining the water and oil phases.
  6. Mini Mixer or Hand Blender: Used for blending or emulsifying ingredients to create a smooth cream texture.
  7. Sterilization Container: Such as a pot for boiling or using 70% alcohol to clean equipment and containers.
  8. Containers for the Cream: Such as cream jars, pump bottles, or tubes that have been properly cleaned and sterilized.

Important Notes:

  • All equipment and containers used should be clean and properly sterilized to prevent contamination of the product.
  • Choose equipment made of stainless steel, glass, or food/cosmetic grade silicone.

Hope this information is helpful for you to get started! Feel free to ask if you have more questions.