Improving Body Cream Texture and Absorption Feel with Silicone Gel
Question
Based on a previous purchase and trial batch of a body cream formulation using ingredients from MySkinRecipes, the texture is smooth but does not absorb well and lacks slipperiness/softness upon application. I want to add Silicone to the formula. Please check if using [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%8B%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B4%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%99-silicone/201-silicone-gel-vinyl-dimethicone-crosspolymer.html:2aa86lec]Silicone Gel[/url:2aa86lec] (Eco) at the following percentage will help improve the texture to be more slippery and better absorbed, or if there are other recommended alternatives. The formula is: [b:2aa86lec]Body Cream [/b:2aa86lec] 1.น้ำ 70% 2.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%98%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4/117-shea-butter-certified-organic-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A2-%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%95%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C-%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B9%81%E0%B8%81%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%84.html:2aa86lec]shea butter[/url:2aa86lec] 10% 3.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%98%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4/90-apricot-kernel-oil-%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99-%E0%B9%80%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%97-%E0%B9%81%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%9E%E0%B8%9E%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%97.html:2aa86lec]Apricot Kernel Oil[/url:2aa86lec] 10% 4.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/emulsifier/707-soft-cream-maker-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%87%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B7%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A1.html:2aa86lec]Soft Cream Maker[/url:2aa86lec] 5% (Oil phase not exceeding 25%) [b:2aa86lec]5.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%8B%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B4%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%99-silicone/201-silicone-gel-vinyl-dimethicone-crosspolymer.html:2aa86lec]Silicone Gel[/url:2aa86lec] (Eco) 4%[/b:2aa86lec] 6.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/319-%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%A7%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A1:2aa86lec]Fragrance[/url:2aa86lec] 1% 7.[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A2/1001-ethylhexylglycerin-caprylyl-glycol.html:2aa86lec]Mild Preserved Eco™[/url:2aa86lec] 1%. The method is: 1. Mix (2+3+4+5+6) and heat to dissolve into a single phase. 2. Heat (1) to the same temperature, then pour into the oil phase and stir until homogeneous, then cool down to a cream texture without high speed. 3. Mix in (7) until homogeneous. Thank you.
Answer
Adding Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear, Super Silky) at 4% to your body cream formulation is a good approach to improve the texture, making it feel smoother, more slippery, and better absorbed, as well as reducing stickiness.
Here's why:
- Improved Texture: Silicone gels like Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear, Super Silky), which contains Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, are known for their ability to provide a silky, smooth feel on the skin. They create a lightweight, non-greasy film that enhances spreadability and reduces the heavy or sticky sensation that can sometimes occur with formulations high in butters and oils like Shea Butter and Apricot Kernel Oil.
- Enhanced Absorption Feel: While silicones themselves don't absorb into the skin, they improve the feel of absorption by allowing the cream to glide easily and spread thinly, giving the impression that it is sinking in quickly and cleanly.
- Suitable Concentration: A concentration of 4% is well within the typical usage rate for this type of silicone gel and should be effective in noticeably improving the texture of your cream without making it feel overly "slippery" or artificial.
- Compatibility: Incorporating the silicone gel into the oil phase and heating it as part of your emulsion process is a standard and appropriate method for this ingredient.
Your current formulation includes Shea Butter and Apricot Kernel Oil, which provide richness and emolliency but can sometimes contribute to a heavier feel. The addition of Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear, Super Silky) will help to counterbalance this, providing a more elegant and pleasant skin feel.
Therefore, using Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear, Super Silky) at 4% in your formulation is suitable for achieving the desired improvement in texture, slipperiness, and the feeling of absorption.
Related Products Mentioned
Apricot Kernel Oil (Refined)
Shea Butter (Refined , Deodorised)
Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear, Super Silky)
Soft Cream Maker™
