Mixing Order for Essential Oil and Panthenol in Cream Base

When customizing the Absolue Soft Cream Base (compare to Lancome) with Panthenol and Essential Oils, the following order of addition is recommended:

Recommended Mixing Order

1. Add Panthenol First:
   • Panthenol is a water-soluble active ingredient. It should be incorporated into the cream base first to ensure it is fully dissolved and evenly distributed.
   • If you are using Panthenol (Vitamin B5, DL-Panthenol, Powder), it is best to dissolve it in a very small amount of water before adding it to the base to prevent any graininess.
   • If you are using D-Panthenol Care (Pro-Vitamin B5, 100% Liquid), you can add it directly to the base and stir well.
2. Add Essential Oil Last:
   • Essential oils are volatile substances. Adding them as the final step (the "cool-down" or final mixing phase) helps preserve their aromatic properties and prevents them from evaporating during the mixing process.
   • Stir gently but thoroughly until the oil is completely incorporated into the cream.

Usage Guidelines

• Panthenol: Recommended at 1-3%. Using more than 5% may make the final cream feel sticky on the skin.
• Essential Oils: Generally added at 0.1-1% depending on the desired scent strength and the specific oil's safety profile for skin application.
• Mixing: Always ensure the mixture is homogeneous (uniform in texture and color) after each addition before moving to the next ingredient.