Titanium Dioxide Selection for Tone-Up Shower Cream
Question
I would like to know which type of titanium dioxide should be used for mixing into a tone-up shower cream. I see there are many types available. Do you have any recommended formula guidelines? Thank you.
Answer
Titanium Dioxide for Tone-Up Shower Cream
For a tone-up shower cream, which is a water-based product, you should use a type of titanium dioxide that is designed to disperse well in water.
Based on the product information, two suitable options are:
Titanium Dioxide 250nm WaterDisperse™: This is a powder form that is well dispersed in water and suitable for adding whiteness and coverage in make-up formulas. It should be blended into the water phase of your shower cream formulation. The usage rate is typically 1-25% depending on the desired whiteness.
WaterMix™ White (Titanium Dioxide 60%, Water-Dispersible Liquid): This is a liquid dispersion of titanium dioxide specifically suitable for tone-up formulas in water bases. Being a liquid dispersion, it might be easier to incorporate directly into your shower cream base. The usage rate depends on the desired shade.
Both options are designed for cosmetic/make-up use to provide coverage and whiteness, rather than UV protection.
Regarding formulation guidance, you would incorporate the chosen titanium dioxide product into the water phase of your shower cream base. The exact percentage will require testing to achieve the desired tone-up effect without affecting the stability or texture of the shower cream too much. Starting with a lower percentage and gradually increasing is recommended.
