Formulation Guide for Clear Oil Gel Pain Balm (Himalaya Style)

To create a clear, gel-textured pain balm similar to Himalaya Pain Balm, you should use Oil Thick™ Transparent (ID: 9310) as the gelling agent for the oil base. This product is specifically designed to create a clear, high-viscosity oil gel.

For the characteristic pain-relieving and cooling effect of a balm, you will need to add active ingredients such as L-Menthol (ID: 53813) and Camphor Oil (Brown) (ID: 3186).

General Formulation Guide

1. Oil Base: Choose a suitable carrier oil (e.g., mineral oil, light ester oil, or a natural oil).
2. Gelling:
   • Mix Oil Thick™ Transparent with your chosen oil.
   • The usage rate typically ranges from 1% to 10% depending on the desired thickness (start with 3-5% for a soft gel).
   • Heat the mixture to approximately 70-80°C while stirring until the Oil Thick™ Transparent is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear.
3. Cooling & Actives:
   • Once the mixture is clear, remove it from the heat and let it cool down to below 40°C.
   • Add L-Menthol (typically 1-5% for a strong cooling effect) and Camphor Oil (Brown) (typically 0.1-1% as a fragrance/sensory modifier, or higher if used as an active). Stir until dissolved.
4. Pour: Pour the mixture into containers while it is still liquid. It will set into a clear gel as it cools completely.