Facial Cleansing Mousse Formula with Makeup Remover

Asked by: sj_ying On: May 22, 2014 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Could you please provide a formula for a facial cleansing mousse that also has makeup removal capabilities? The formula should be suitable for use with a foaming pump bottle and produce a soft, foamy texture.

Answer

Facial Cleansing Mousse Formula with Makeup Removal Capability

For a facial cleansing mousse formula that can also remove makeup, this typically refers to a liquid facial cleanser formula that produces a soft, foamy texture when used with a foaming pump bottle.

The main components needed in this formula include:

  • Cleansing and Makeup Removing Agent: Choose an ingredient that effectively dissolves and removes makeup residue, such as MakeUp-Wash™ (PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides), which is a gentle Micellar that helps cleanse makeup thoroughly.
  • Gentle Foaming Agent: To achieve a soft and stable foam texture when pumped, you can use gentle foaming agents like IseFoam™ (Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate) or Powderly Foam™ (Potassium Laureth Phosphate), which provides a soft feel. Alternatively, you can use a ready-made gentle foaming base like Sulfate-Free No-Tear Foaming Base.
  • Humectant: Helps keep the skin from feeling dry and tight after cleansing, such as Glycerin.
  • Water: The main solvent in the formula.
  • Preservative: To prevent microbial growth in the formula (choose a preservative suitable for water-based formulas).

Example Basic Formula Structure:

  • MakeUp-Wash™: 3-5%
  • Gentle Foaming Agent (e.g., IseFoam™, Powderly Foam™, or Sulfate-Free No-Tear Foaming Base): Adjust according to desired foam level and gentleness (Sulfate-Free No-Tear Foaming Base can be used at 15-20% for facial cleansing).
  • Glycerin: 5-10%
  • Preservative: According to manufacturer's recommended rate.
  • Purified Water: The remaining portion to make 100%.

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in purified water. Stir or mix gently until well combined (avoid vigorous mixing to prevent excessive foaming). Then, fill the mixture into a foaming pump bottle.

This formula is a basic structure. You can adjust the type and amount of foaming agent or add other water-soluble beneficial ingredients as needed.