Improving Makeup Removal Efficacy in Cleansing Water

You are currently using Coco Wash™ (PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate) and MakeUp-Wash™ (PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides) in your cleansing water formulation. Let's look at how each ingredient functions and how you might improve the makeup removal performance.

• Coco Wash™ (PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate): This ingredient is known for its gentleness and ability to provide a soft, smooth feel to the skin. It is suitable for makeup remover formulas, but its primary function is not strong cleaning; it contributes more to moisturizing and skin feel. Increasing its concentration is unlikely to significantly boost makeup removal power.

• MakeUp-Wash™ (PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides): This is an extra gentle micellar detergent specifically designed for removing makeup thoroughly. It works by forming micelles that capture dirt and makeup. The recommended usage rate for makeup cleansing is typically 3-5%. While increasing the concentration might improve efficacy, you mentioned a guideline about not exceeding 5% for face cleansing, and higher concentrations could potentially cause eye sting.

• Polox-Mix™ (Non-Irritating Cleansing Water): This is a cleansing water base specifically formulated for effective yet gentle makeup removal, including around the eyes. It has been shown to be highly effective, even compared to popular market products. It can be used at higher concentrations, with example formulas showing usage up to 15% for high performance.

Recommendation:

Based on the properties of these ingredients, increasing the concentration of Coco Wash™ will not effectively improve makeup removal. While increasing MakeUp-Wash™ might offer a slight improvement, it is limited by recommended usage rates and potential irritation.

Switching to Polox-Mix™ is likely the most effective way to significantly enhance the makeup removal capability of your cleansing water while maintaining gentleness. You could consider starting with an example formulation using Polox-Mix™ at a higher percentage, such as the 15% shown in its product description, and adjust as needed.