Rollerball Perfume Formulation with High Fragrance Load (Alcohol vs. Oil Base)

Question

I am developing a rollerball perfume formulation and plan to include DHEAS, Bedtime Baby Fragrance (15%), LastFix (20%), and Musk Fragrance (e.g., White Musk). I initially considered using Flora Solve Clear in a water base, but understand there are limitations with high fragrance concentrations (total 40-45%).

Could you please provide guidance on formulating this rollerball perfume, specifically suggesting:

Appropriate base options (considering alcohol vs. non-alcohol/oil).
Suggested proportions for the Musk fragrance (e.g., White Musk) to achieve a soft, unique scent.
How to incorporate the remaining percentage of the formula (water or alcohol) given the high fragrance load?

I am looking for adjusted formulas that are practical and stable for a rollerball application.

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Adjusted Formulas for Rollerball Perfume

Based on your requirements and the information available, including the maximum recommended usage for DHEAS and the properties of the bases, here are two formula options:

Formula 1: Alcohol-Based

This formula uses high-purity Ethyl Alcohol as the base, which is excellent for dissolving fragrances and provides good diffusion for a perfume.

DHEAS: 10% (Maximum recommended percentage for enhanced pheromone effect)
Bedtime Baby Fragrance: 15%
LastFix: 20% (For fragrance longevity)
Musk Fragrance (e.g., White Musk): 5-10% (Adjust within this range to achieve your desired level of softness and uniqueness)
Ethyl Alcohol (99.9% Perfumer's Grade): Add to 100% (This will be 45-50% depending on the amount of Musk used)

Mixing Instructions:
Combine all ingredients and stir gently until fully mixed. Package in a rollerball bottle.

Formula 2: Non-Alcohol (Oil-Based)

You inquired about a water-based formula with Flora Solve Clear, but with a high total fragrance concentration (15% Bedtime Baby + 20% LastFix + 5-10% Musk = 40-45%), using Flora Solve Clear to dissolve this amount in water is not practical. As the staff mentioned, dissolving high fragrance loads in water requires a very high percentage of Flora Solve Clear (2-5 times the fragrance amount), which would result in an impractical formula consistency and potentially poor stability.

For a non-alcohol formula with a high fragrance concentration suitable for a rollerball, an oil base like Fractionated Coconut Oil is recommended. It is lightweight, non-greasy, and an excellent carrier for fragrances and DHEAS.

DHEAS: 10% (Maximum recommended percentage)
Bedtime Baby Fragrance: 15%
LastFix: 20% (For fragrance longevity)
Musk Fragrance (e.g., White Musk): 5-10% (Adjust within this range for desired scent)
Fractionated Coconut Oil: Add to 100% (This will be 45-50% depending on the amount of Musk used)

Mixing Instructions:
Combine all ingredients and stir gently until fully mixed. Package in a rollerball bottle.

Note on Musk: The percentage of Musk can be adjusted based on your preference for the final scent profile. Start with a lower percentage and increase gradually until you achieve the desired soft and unique note.

Both formulas maximize the DHEAS concentration and include your specified fragrances and a musk note. The alcohol-based formula will provide a more traditional perfume feel, while the oil-based formula offers a non-alcohol alternative with good longevity for a rollerball application, especially with higher fragrance loads.