Oil Compatibility for Clear and Hard Texture with Oil Stick™ Hard

Question

I would like to ask knowledgeable individuals or those with experience using the ingredient `Oil Stick™ Hard` about which oil to use to help dissolve this substance.

I have tried using Sweet Almond Oil for dissolution, which worked, but the resulting texture was not clear, and after heating, the product did not set/harden; it remained liquid.

Therefore, I would like to know which oil should be used to help dissolve it until it is clear and allows this substance to become hard. Thank you.

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Regarding the use of Oil Stick™ Hard

Thank you for your question regarding the use of Oil Stick™ Hard. It is correct that Oil Stick™ Hard is designed to build a hard texture in oils and silicones.

Based on the product information, the clarity and final texture (solidification) depend heavily on the specific oil or silicone used. Sweet Almond Oil may not be the most suitable oil for achieving both clarity and a firm set with Oil Stick™ Hard.

While hydrocarbon oils like Mineral Oil are often used and mentioned in example formulations for their compatibility in achieving hardness and potentially clarity (though clarity may require specific ratios or combination with other ingredients like Oil Stick™ Medium), you can also consider using Silicone Oil as an alternative, as Oil Stick™ Hard is compatible with silicones as well.

To achieve a clear texture, the product description for Oil Stick™ Hard specifically mentions using it in conjunction with Oil Stick™ Medium.

Recommendations:

Try Mineral Oil or Silicone Oil: These are mentioned as compatible bases. You may need to experiment with different types or viscosities of Mineral Oil or Silicone Oil.
Consider using Oil Stick™ Medium: If clarity is a key requirement, try combining Oil Stick™ Hard with Oil Stick™ Medium according to the product's suggested ratios.
Experiment with Ratios: The optimal ratio of Oil Stick™ Hard to the chosen oil/silicone will vary and requires testing to achieve the desired clarity and hardness.

Finding the right combination and ratio requires some experimentation, as compatibility varies between different oil and silicone types.