Formulating Matte, Light, Smooth Body Butter with Oils

Subject: Re: Body Butter, matte, light, smooth texture

Hello,

Regarding your request for a Body Butter with a matte, light, and smooth texture, containing 5-10% natural oil and shea butter, and asking for a cream maker (emulsifier) recommendation:

Based on the discussion, achieving a truly matte finish can be challenging when incorporating 5-10% oils and butters, as these ingredients can contribute to a glossy feel.

The staff's suggestion focuses on creating a matte texture and light feel by using a combination of ingredients that build structure and provide slip, rather than relying on a traditional emulsifier to incorporate a large oil phase.

The recommended approach uses:

• Glyceryl Stearate SE and Cetyl Alcohol to create the cream structure and texture. These are not traditional emulsifiers but function as thickeners and stabilizers that can help form an emulsion or dispersion, especially with heat.
• Silicones like Cyclomethicone or Silicone Blend to provide the light, smooth, non-greasy feel.

This method allows for a more matte finish compared to formulations with a high percentage of oils emulsified with traditional cream makers. You might need to adjust the amount of oil/butter or accept a slightly less matte finish if you include the full 5-10% in this type of base.

Here is the sample formulation provided by the staff using this approach:

• Cetyl Alcohol: 5%
• Glyceryl Stearate SE: 5%
• Cyclomethicone: 10%
• Water: Remaining percentage

This formulation provides a starting point for a matte, light, and smooth texture without a traditional emulsifier, focusing on the structural and textural properties of the suggested ingredients.

Thank you.