Spray-Mix™ Oil Limit, Using Milk Lotion Maker, and Gel Texture

Asked by: taeioyou On: August 23, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I have questions about using Spray-Mix™:

  1. Regarding the limitation of Spray-Mix™, it is stated that the oil content should not exceed 10%. If the oil content is higher than this, will it cause phase separation or other issues?
  2. If I want to increase the oil ratio to more than 10%, can I use Milk Lotion Maker as a supplement, using Spray-Mix™ as a stabilizer instead of Xanthan?
  3. Can Spray-Mix™ be used as a gel thickener? I am unsure if the resulting texture will be similar to Pro Polymer or more like a pudding texture like Reshape Gel.

Answer

Here are the answers to your questions regarding oil content and gel textures:

  1. Regarding the 10% oil limit for Spray-Mix™: Yes, exceeding 10% oil increases the risk of separation. However, this is a general guideline, and the actual limit can vary depending on the specific type of oil used. Some oils might work at higher concentrations, while others might cause separation even at 10%. Testing is required.
  2. Regarding using Milk Lotion Maker to increase oil content above 10% with Spray-Mix™ as a stabilizer: Yes, you can use Milk Lotion Maker to help incorporate more oil. However, you also need to control the amount of Milk Lotion Maker used, as too much can increase the viscosity of the formula, potentially affecting its sprayability.
  3. Regarding using Spray-Mix™ as a gel thickener and the resulting texture: Yes, Spray-Mix™ can be used as a gel thickener. The resulting texture will be like jelly, which is different from the pudding-like texture of Pro Polymer and the memory gel texture of Reshape Gel.

Related Products Mentioned

Xanthan Gum (clear gel type, smooth texture)
Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker)
Reshape Gel™ (Gel Maker, Memory-Gel)
Milk Lotion Maker™
Spray-Mix™
Spray-Mix™
Cosmetics

Tags

Emulsifier Gel Phase Separation Spray Texture