Lip Gloss Formulation Guide

To create lip gloss in orange, red, and pink shades with shimmer and a suitable fragrance, here are some recommendations:

Colorants (Pigments)

For vibrant colors in lip gloss, Lake pigments are generally recommended as they disperse well in oil-based formulas. You can mix different colors to achieve your desired shade.

• Orange: Consider using Lake pigments like FD&C Yellow No.6 Lake or D&C Orange No.5.
• Red: Suitable red Lake pigments include D&C Red No.7 Lake or FD&C Red No.40 Lake EasyMix™.
• Pink: You can achieve pink shades by using red pigments like D&C Red No.28 Al Lake or D&C Red No.33 Lake (which is a reddish-purple that can create pink tones).

These pigments are typically mixed into the oil phase of your lip gloss base.

Mica

Mica is used to add shimmer or pearl effect to your lip gloss. The particle size of the mica affects the intensity of the shimmer.

• For a subtle pearl effect, you can use fine particle size mica like Silver Pearl Mica (Size A, 15 Micron).
• For a more noticeable sparkle, larger particle size mica such as Silver Sparkle Mica (Size C, 160 Micron) is suitable.

Mica powders should be dispersed evenly in the lip gloss base.

Lip Gloss Base

There are ready-to-use lip gloss bases or film formers that provide gloss and texture.

• Products like Liquid Lip Gloss Coating (available in Low or High Viscosity) can be used as a base.
• Lip Film HR (Gloss Film Former For Glossy Lip) is another option that provides high gloss and helps with longevity.

Choose a base that suits your desired consistency and finish.

Fragrance

When selecting a fragrance for lip gloss, it is crucial to use food-grade or lip-safe fragrances. These are specifically formulated to be safe for ingestion in small amounts.

• Look for fragrances labeled as suitable for lip products or edible applications.
• An example of a lip-safe option could be something like OralCap™ Peppermint, which is designed for oral use.

Always check the supplier's specifications to ensure the fragrance is approved for lip product use and follow recommended usage rates.

By combining a suitable base, selected Lake pigments for color, mica for shimmer, and a lip-safe fragrance, you can create your desired lip gloss shades.