Mixing Vitamin C Ester into Cream Base and Warming Methods
Asked by: jn_andy
On: September 18, 2015
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I want to add Vitamin C Ester (L-Ascorbyl Palmitate) to a cream base.
- Can this ingredient be added in the final step, especially if the cream has a high oil content?
- Does warming the cream base slightly help dissolve
Vitamin C Ester (L-Ascorbyl Palmitate)? - What are the recommended warming methods for both industrial production and small-scale/DIY mixing (e.g., using a microwave or hot-plate)? How do these methods compare in terms of temperature control and accuracy?
Answer
Based on the information provided:
- Yes, Vitamin C Ester (L-Ascorbyl Palmitate) can be mixed into the final step of a cream base, especially if the cream has a high oil content. This is because it is oil-soluble.
- Warming the cream base slightly helps the Vitamin C Ester dissolve, particularly if you are mixing manually without a high-speed blender.
- Regarding warming methods:
- Professional production uses controlled heating methods and often low-speed blending to ensure even heat distribution and precise temperature control, avoiding overheating.
- For small-scale or personal use, methods like microwave or hot-plate can be used. However, controlling the temperature precisely can be more difficult as heat might concentrate. The key is to warm just enough to aid dissolution without exceeding the desired temperature point.
