Preventing Sediment and Turbidity when Mixing 12H Fix™

Asked by: bantita13 On: November 24, 2020 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

When mixing 12H Fix™ (a fragrance fixative designed for 12-hour longevity) into a formula, white sediment forms at the bottom of the bottle, even when following the instructions. How can this be prevented?

Answer

How to Mix 12H Fix™ Without Sediment

12H Fix™ is a powder that requires proper dissolution to avoid forming sediment in your final product. The key is to ensure it is completely dissolved before mixing it into your main formula.

Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Dissolve 12H Fix™ with LipidSoft™ Lite: Mix 12H Fix™ with LipidSoft™ Lite. The product description recommends using at least 2 parts of LipidSoft™ Lite for every 1 part of 12H Fix™ (e.g., if using 5% 12H Fix™, use at least 10% LipidSoft™ Lite). LipidSoft™ Lite acts as a solvent to help dissolve the powder.
  2. Apply Heat: Heat the mixture of 12H Fix™ and LipidSoft™ Lite to 60-70°C. Stir continuously.
  3. Ensure Complete Dissolution: Continue heating and stirring until the 12H Fix™ powder is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear, with no visible particles or cloudiness. This step is crucial to prevent sediment.
  4. Add Perfume: Once the 12H Fix™ is fully dissolved in LipidSoft™ Lite, mix in your perfume oil.
  5. Incorporate into Main Formula: After the 12H Fix™, LipidSoft™ Lite, and perfume mixture is uniform, you can add it to your main formula (e.g., lotion base, alcohol base) without needing further heat.

If you are getting white sediment, it indicates that the 12H Fix™ was not fully dissolved in the LipidSoft™ Lite using heat before being added to the rest of your formula. Make sure to heat the mixture of 12H Fix™ and LipidSoft™ Lite sufficiently and stir until it is perfectly clear.

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