Fragrance Diffusion in Liquid Soap
Question
I am currently making liquid soap and using Fragrance at a concentration of 1.5%. I've found that the scent does not diffuse well when lathering. Do you have any recommendations?
Answer
Okay, I understand you're having trouble with the fragrance diffusing well in your liquid soap formulation, even at 1.5%. This is a common challenge in wash-off products where the fragrance needs to release effectively when diluted with water during use.
Here are a couple of approaches you can consider to improve fragrance diffusion:
Use a Fragrance Solubilizer: Ingredients like Flora Solve™ Clear are designed to help disperse fragrance oils evenly in water-based formulas like liquid soap. By properly solubilizing the fragrance, it can be more readily available to be released during washing. You would typically mix the fragrance with the solubilizer first (often at a ratio of 2-5 parts solubilizer to 1 part fragrance) before adding this mixture to your soap base. This helps ensure the fragrance is fully incorporated and can interact effectively with water.
Consider Encapsulated Fragrance: Products like AromaLock™ offer fragrance encapsulation services. This process turns liquid fragrance into a water-soluble powder. Encapsulated fragrances are specifically developed for wash-off products to help the scent adhere better to the skin and release more effectively over time or upon rubbing, which can lead to better fragrance diffusion during use.
The effectiveness can also depend on the specific fragrance used and the composition of your liquid soap base. Some fragrance notes are more volatile and harder to retain in wash-off products than others.
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