Lip Balm Formulation and Texture Adjustment

Asked by: potconan On: May 17, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Could you suggest a formulation for a lip balm using the following ingredients, and advise on adjusting its texture? The ingredients I am considering are:

  • Oil Blender™
  • Microcrystalline Wax
  • Vitamin E Acetate
  • Limonene
  • D&C Red No.7 Lake EasyMix™
  • Mineral oil

Answer

Based on the ingredients you provided for your lip balm, the staff recommends the following formulation:

  • Oil Blender™: 3.5%
  • Microcrystalline Wax: 15%
  • Vitamin E Acetate: 0.1%
  • Limonene: 0.1-0.5% (provides a lemon-like scent)
  • D&C Red No.7 Lake EasyMix™: 1-3% (or adjust for desired color intensity)
  • Mineral oil: The remaining percentage

The staff also noted that you can adjust the percentage of Microcrystalline Wax to make the lip balm firmer (increase wax) or softer (decrease wax).

Related Products Mentioned

Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate)
Microcrystalline Wax (Melting Point 77C, Medium)
Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum) Light (26cst)
D&C Red No.7 Lake EasyMix™
Oil Blender™ (Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate)

Tags

Coloring Cosmetic Formulation Lip Balm Texture Modification Waxes