Reducing Air Bubbles in Serum Formulation with Pro Polymer
Asked by: naburana
On: April 04, 2018
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
How can I reduce air bubbles when formulating a serum using Pro Polymer as a gel maker?
Answer
Based on the staff's advice, there are two main ways to reduce air bubbles when making your serum, especially when using Pro Polymer:
- Add an anti-foaming agent: You can include ingredients that help reduce or prevent foam, such as silicones or oils. For example, adding about 5% Cyclomethicone (Cyclomethicone/Cyclopentasiloxane) to your formula and mixing it in can help reduce or eliminate air bubbles.
- Change the gel maker: Consider using a different type of gel maker that is less likely to create air bubbles compared to Pro Polymer. Alternatives suggested include Satin Cream Maker and AnyGel (Dehydroxanthan Gum).
These methods can help you achieve the desired texture without excessive air bubbles.
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