Shaving Mud Formulation

Asked by: niphon_1974 On: January 06, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

How to formulate a Shaving Mud product using ingredients like Kaolin, Glycerin, Sweet Almond Oil, Zinc Oxide, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Phenoxyethanol, Shea Butter, and Luxury Cream Maker? What is the recommended mixing procedure and percentage for each ingredient?

Answer

Based on your inquiry about the shaving mud formula and the ingredients provided, here is a suggested starting formulation and mixing instructions based on available ingredients:

Suggested Shaving Mud Formula:

  • Kaolin: 20%
  • Glycerin: 5%
  • Sweet Almond Oil: 5%
  • Zinc Oxide: 3%
  • Cera Alba (Beeswax): 3%
  • Phenoxyethanol: 1%
  • Shea Butter: 3%
  • Luxury Cream Maker: 3%
  • Water: Remaining percentage

Mixing Instructions:

  1. Combine the oil phase ingredients (Kaolin, Glycerin, Sweet Almond Oil, Zinc Oxide, Cera Alba/Beeswax, Phenoxyethanol, Shea Butter, Luxury Cream Maker).
  2. Gently warm the oil phase mixture to 50-60°C.
  3. Mix or stir the oil phase until homogeneous.
  4. Gradually add the water to the oil phase while continuously stirring until a cream texture is achieved.

This is a basic guideline, and you may need to adjust the ratios based on your desired texture and performance.