Formulating Solid Gel Perfume (Perfume Stick) with Oil Stick™
Question
I would like to make a solid gel perfume (perfume stick) using an oil-based fragrance. I understand that using ingredients like Oil Stick™ Hard and Oil Stick™ Medium with Fractionated Coconut Oil as the base oil is recommended.
Could you confirm the recommended formula and method for this type of product? Specifically, I'm interested in a formula around:
- Oil Stick™ Hard: 1%
- Oil Stick™ Medium: 2%
- Fragrance: 20-30%
- Fractionated Coconut Oil: Balance to 100%
What is the process for mixing and solidifying this formula? Also, is a preservative necessary for this type of anhydrous (water-free) formula, and what is the expected shelf life?
Finally, I was considering using alternative ingredients like Beeswax and other liquid oils. How do these compare to the recommended Oil Stick™ system for achieving the desired solid gel/stick texture?
Answer
Ingredients for Solid Gel Perfume (Perfume Stick)
Based on the staff's recommendation, to make a solid gel perfume (perfume stick) using oil-based fragrance, you would need the following ingredients:
- Oil Stick™ Hard (Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide)
- Oil Stick™ Medium (Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide)
- Oil-based fragrance
- Fractionated Coconut Oil (as the base oil)
Recommended Formula
The suggested formula is:
- Oil Stick™ Hard: 1%
- Oil Stick™ Medium: 2%
- Fragrance: 20-30% (depending on desired scent strength)
- Fractionated Coconut Oil: Remaining amount to make 100%
Method
The method involves heating the ingredients until they are dissolved and mixed thoroughly, then letting the mixture cool down. It will solidify into a stick texture as it cools.
Preservatives and Shelf Life
According to the staff, a preservative is not necessary for this formula because it does not contain water. Anhydrous (water-free) products generally have a long shelf life if stored properly.
Alternative Ingredients
You asked about using Beeswax, Liquid oil, and Fragrance. The staff responded by asking if you encountered any issues with the previously recommended ingredients, implying that the initial recommendation is the suggested method for achieving the desired gel/stick texture.
Related Products Mentioned
Fractionated Coconut Oil
