Mixing Reshape Gel for Cleansing Gel Formulation
Question
I am trying to make a cleansing gel using the following ingredients:
- Water
- Make Up Wash
- Coco-Wash
- Butylene Glycol (or Propylene Glycol)
- Phenoxyethanol
- Reshape Gel
Could you please provide the correct mixing procedure, especially regarding the use of Reshape Gel? I understand that it should not be boiled and the temperature should not exceed 50°C. How should all the ingredients be combined and heated to achieve the correct gel texture?
Answer
Cleansing Gel Mixing Instructions (Using Reshape Gel)
Okay, I can help clarify the mixing steps for your cleansing gel formula using Reshape Gel, based on the staff's advice and the product information.
Based on the staff's guidance, the process is different from heating the gel maker separately.
Here are the recommended mixing steps:
- Combine Water Phase: Mix the water, Make Up Wash, Coco-Wash, Butylene Glycol (or Propylene Glycol), and Phenoxyethanol together thoroughly. These ingredients are considered the water phase.
- Add Reshape Gel: Add the Reshape Gel to the mixture from step 1.
- Gentle Heating: Gently heat the entire combined mixture while stirring. It is crucial not to exceed 50°C. Continue stirring until the Reshape Gel is fully dissolved and the gel texture forms.
- Cooling: Remove from heat and continue stirring occasionally as the mixture cools down.
You do not heat the Reshape Gel by itself and then add the other ingredients after it cools. All ingredients (except Reshape Gel initially, as they form the base liquid) are combined, then the Reshape Gel is added, and the entire mixture is heated gently to dissolve the gel maker.
Remember to follow any specific detailed instructions provided for using Reshape Gel, as it requires careful handling during mixing.
Related Products Mentioned
Propylene Glycol (USP)
Phenoxyethanol (Extra Pure)
Coco Wash™ (PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate)
Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker)
Butylene Glycol