Suitability of Mixer Head for Cream Formulation
Asked by: k.nannapass
On: June 28, 2018
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Based on the image provided (whisk/frother type), is this mixer head suitable for mixing cream formulations (Oil in Water or Water in Oil emulsions)?
Answer
Based on the replies provided, the type of mixing head you have (described as a whisk or frother type) is not suitable for mixing creams, including both oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions.
Here's why:
- This type of head is designed to incorporate air and create foam, which is generally undesirable in cream formulations.
- It lacks the necessary shear force or impact needed to properly emulsify and blend the ingredients into a stable cream structure.
As the replies suggest, for mixing creams, you need a mixer with a head specifically designed for this purpose, or at least one that provides significant impact or shear force on the mixture, such as a paddle head. If you don't have suitable equipment, you might consider making cream formulations that can be successfully mixed by hand.