Safety and Usage of Chamomile Oil and Flora Solve™ Clear in Facial Serum
Question
In a 50ml facial serum formula, is it safe to use the following ingredients:
Chamomile Oil (Roman, Green/Yellow, India Grown)Flora Solve™ Clear (Fragrance Solubilizer)
I have the following questions:
- Is this combination okay for facial skin?
- If so, what percentage should be used? Can I assume a drop or two of the oil is sufficient?
- Do you have any instructions or advice regarding its safety and usage?
Answer
Yes, it is safe and highly effective to use Chamomile Oil (Roman, Green/Yellow, India Grown) with Flora Solve™ Clear (Fragrance Solubilizer) in a 50ml facial serum.
Safety and Suitability for Facial Skin
Chamomile Oil (Roman) is excellent for facial skin due to its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is often used to calm irritation and redness. Flora Solve™ Clear is a safe, alcohol-free solubilizer designed to incorporate oils into water-based formulas like serums without causing the irritation often associated with alcohol or harsher solvents.
Recommended Usage & Percentage
For a leave-on facial product like a serum, the concentration of essential oils should be kept low to ensure safety and minimize the risk of sensitivity.
- Recommended Concentration: 0.1% to 0.5% for facial application.
- For a 50ml Serum:
- 0.1%: ~0.05ml (approx. 1 drop)
- 0.5%: ~0.25ml (approx. 5 drops)
- Your Estimate: Using "a drop or two" (approx. 0.1% - 0.2%) is very safe and appropriate for a 50ml facial serum.
Mixing Instructions
To ensure the oil dissolves completely and the serum remains clear, follow these steps:
- Pre-mix the Oil and Solubilizer: In a small separate container, mix Flora Solve™ Clear with your Chamomile Oil.
- Ratio: Use a ratio of 3 to 5 parts Flora Solve™ Clear to 1 part Chamomile Oil. (For example, if you use 2 drops of oil, use 6–10 drops of Flora Solve™ Clear).
- Stir Well: Mix them together until the liquid is uniform and clear.
- Add to Serum: Slowly add this mixture into your water-based serum base while stirring.
- Important: Always add the oil/solubilizer mixture into the water/serum base. Do not do the reverse, as it may cause the mixture to thicken into a gel.
Advice for Safety
- Avoid Heat: Do not heat the essential oil, as high temperatures can destroy its therapeutic properties and scent. Add it during the "cool down" phase or at room temperature.
- Patch Test: Even though Roman Chamomile is gentle, always perform a patch test with your finished serum on a small area of skin before full use.
- Storage: Store your finished serum in a cool, dark place to preserve the quality of the essential oil.
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