Substituting Light Cream Maker with Satin Cream Maker in Cream/Sunscreen Formulas
Question
I would like to substitute Light Cream Maker™ with Satin Cream Maker™ in my cream and sunscreen formulas. Can I use the same ratio? What is the correct mixing procedure for Satin Cream Maker™? Will this substitution affect the stability of the formula, especially for the Water-based Sunscreen SPF23 which has high oil content? Are there other emulsifiers like Milk Lotion Maker™ that could help with stability if separation occurs?
Answer
Yes, you can substitute Light Cream Maker™ with Satin Cream Maker™ in both formulas at the same ratio. However, the mixing procedure is different:
- Light Cream Maker™: Typically mixed with the oil phase. Once well combined, water is gradually added to the oil phase while blending to form the cream.
- Satin Cream Maker™: Should be mixed with the water phase and blended until a cloudy gel forms. Then, the oil phase is added and blended until a cream is formed.
For the first formula (Water-based Sunscreen SPF23), which has a relatively high oil content, Satin Cream Maker™ can emulsify slightly more oil than Light Cream Maker™. However, if separation still occurs, you might consider using Milk Lotion Maker™ in combination with either Light Cream Maker™ or Satin Cream Maker™. Please note that Milk Lotion Maker™ requires heat during the mixing process.
