Formulating a Refreshing Facial Mist Spray with Cooling and Deodorizing Properties
Question
I am developing a refreshing facial mist spray using distilled water or mineral water as the base. I plan to include ingredients for skin moisturizing and conditioning, such as Zinc Sulfate (using Zinc PCA up to 1%), Mannitol and Xylitol (using MOIST72™ 1-2%), Rhamnose, and Fructooligosaccharides (using Double Hyaluron Liquid at 1-2%).
I would also like to add ingredients that provide a cool, refreshing sensation, like Menthol. Is this suitable for this type of formula?
Additionally, I want to incorporate a natural ingredient that helps with odor control, similar to those used in body deodorizing sprays. Could you suggest a suitable ingredient for this?
Answer
Refreshing Facial Mist Formulation
Based on your interest in creating a refreshing facial mist spray and the recommendations provided, here is a suggested formulation approach using distilled water as a base, along with recommended ingredients for moisturizing, cooling, and deodorizing.
Here are the recommended ingredients and their suggested usage rates:
- Base: Distilled Water (or Mineral Water) - up to 100%
- Moisturizers/Skin Conditioners:
- Zinc PCA: 0.2-1.0% (Helps reduce oiliness and has skin-soothing properties)
- MOIST72™: 2-5% (Provides long-lasting hydration)
- Double Hyaluron Liquid: 3-10% (Provides hydration to different layers of the skin)
- Cooling Agent:
- Water-Cool™: 1-20% (Provides a cooling sensation without the irritation associated with Menthol. It is water-soluble and suitable for spray formulas.)
- Natural Deodorizer:
- CleanTea™ Liquid: 1-5% (Green Tea Extract effective in reducing various odors.)
Formulation Notes:
- Start with your distilled water base.
- Add the recommended ingredients one by one, stirring gently until fully dissolved.
- Zinc PCA should be added to the water phase. It is best soluble at pH 4-6.
- MOIST72™ and CleanTea™ Liquid should be added in the final step, ensuring the mixture temperature is below 40°C.
- Water-Cool™ is water-soluble and can be mixed directly into the water phase. Adjust the percentage based on your desired cooling intensity.
- Double Hyaluron Liquid can be mixed directly into the water phase.
- Ensure all ingredients are fully dissolved before packaging into a spray bottle.
Regarding your initial idea of using Menthol: While Menthol provides a cooling sensation, it can be irritating to the skin, especially on the face. Water-Cool™ is a recommended alternative that provides cooling without this irritation.
For a natural deodorizer, CleanTea™ Liquid is a suitable water-soluble option that can help reduce unwanted odors in the formula or on the skin.
This combination of ingredients will provide hydration, a refreshing cooling effect, and odor control in your facial mist.
