Analysis of Your Mousse Foam Formula

Based on the ingredients you've provided, here's an analysis and guide for creating your mousse foam:

1. Foam Quality and Gentleness

Yes, this formula has the potential to create a mousse foam that is fine, stable, and gentle on the skin.

• Cocamidopropyl Betaine is an amphoteric surfactant known for its mildness and ability to boost foam quality, creating a fine and stable lather.
• BabyFoam™ (Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) is a gentle anionic surfactant often used in baby products and facial cleansers for its high foaming ability and mildness.
• The combination of these two gentle surfactants, along with Glycerin (a humectant that helps retain moisture) and the herbal water extract (primarily water), should result in a cleansing product that is effective yet gentle.

2. Mixing Steps and Heat

Here is a suggested method for mixing your ingredients. Gentle heat can be helpful, particularly for dissolving the powdered BabyFoam™:

1. Combine the Herbal water extract, Glycerin, and Cocamidopropyl Betaine in a container. Mix well.
2. Add the BabyFoam™ powder to the mixture. To help dissolve the powder and ensure a homogeneous mixture, you can gently heat the mixture (e.g., to 40-50°C) while stirring. Continue stirring until the powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform. Avoid heating above 80°C for prolonged periods.
3. Allow the mixture to cool down if you used heat.
4. In the final step, add Mild Preserved Eco™ and mix thoroughly until it is fully incorporated and the mixture is clear.

3. pH Adjustment

The ideal pH range for a facial cleanser is typically between 5.0 and 5.5 to match the natural pH of the skin.

• If you measure the pH of your final mixture and it is higher than 5.5, you should use an acidic ingredient to lower it.
• Common cosmetic-grade pH adjusters for lowering pH include a dilute solution of Citric Acid or Lactic Acid.
• Add the acidic solution drop by drop, stirring well after each addition, and measure the pH until it falls within your desired range (ideally 5.0-5.5).

Remember to perform a pH test on your final product and adjust as necessary for optimal skin compatibility and product stability.