Troubleshooting Day & Night Cream Formulation: Texture Issue

Based on your question about the Day & Night Cream by BF formula not forming a cream texture, it sounds like there might be an issue with the mixing process, which depends heavily on the type of cream base or emulsifier used in that specific formula.

Generally, there are two main ways to create a cream:

1. Using a Pre-made Cream Base: If the formula uses a ready-made cream base, such as Absolue Soft Cream Base, the process is usually simpler. You typically just need to add your desired active ingredients, oils, or other additives directly into the base and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly dispersed and the texture is smooth. The base already contains the necessary emulsifiers and structure.

2. Using an Emulsifier: If the formula requires you to create the emulsion from scratch using an emulsifier, like Velvet Cream Maker™ or Sucrose Cream Maker™, the process is more involved and critical for forming a stable cream. This usually involves:

   • Heating the oil phase (containing oils, butters, and the emulsifier) and the water phase (containing water, humectants, etc.) separately to a specific temperature (often around 70-80°C).
   • Slowly adding the heated oil phase into the heated water phase (or vice versa, depending on the emulsifier type) while mixing continuously.
   • Mixing vigorously (often with a high-shear mixer or stick blender) for a period to create the emulsion.
   • Switching to slower mixing as the mixture cools down.
   • Adding heat-sensitive ingredients (like some active ingredients, fragrances, preservatives) during the cooling phase, typically below 40°C.

Common reasons why a cream might not form:

• Incorrect Temperature: The oil and water phases were not heated to the required temperature or there was a significant temperature difference between the two phases when mixing.
• Insufficient Mixing: Not mixing vigorously enough or for a long enough time during the emulsification stage.
• Incorrect Order of Addition: Adding phases in the wrong order for the specific emulsifier used.
• Incompatibility: Some ingredients added might be incompatible with the emulsifier or base, disrupting the emulsion.
• Usage Rate: Not using the emulsifier or base at the recommended percentage for the formula size.

To help you troubleshoot, please check the specific instructions provided with the "Day & Night Cream by BF" formula you are using. Pay close attention to:

• Whether it uses a pre-made base or an emulsifier.
• The specified temperatures for heating phases (if applicable).
• The recommended mixing method and duration.
• The order in which ingredients and phases should be combined.

If you can identify the main emulsifier or base ingredient in the formula, looking up its specific usage instructions would be the best way to ensure you are following the correct procedure.