Troubleshooting Homemade Face Cream Texture Issues
Question
My homemade face cream has texture issues: it's liquidy, sticky like glue, slow to absorb, and leaves a greasy feeling on the skin. What could be the problem and how can I fix it?
Answer
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out about the issues with your homemade face cream. Based on your description of the texture being liquidy, sticky like glue, slow to absorb, and leaving a greasy feeling, it sounds like there might be an issue with the formulation or the mixing process.
As the staff member mentioned, to help you diagnose the problem and suggest specific solutions, we really need the details of your formula, including:
- All ingredients used: Please list everything you put in the cream.
- Percentage or weight of each ingredient: Knowing the exact amounts is very important.
- Mixing method: Describe how you combined the ingredients (e.g., heating phases, mixing speeds, order of addition).
Without your specific formula, it's difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. However, some general reasons for the issues you described could include:
- Emulsification problems: The oil and water phases might not be properly bound together, leading to separation or poor texture.
- Incorrect thickener/gelling agent: Using the wrong type or amount of thickener can result in a liquidy yet sticky texture that doesn't absorb well.
- Oil phase composition: The types of oils or emollients used might be too heavy or not compatible with the skin's absorption.
- Incorrect phase ratios: The balance between the water and oil phases might be off.
Once you provide your formula and method, we can offer more specific guidance on how to adjust it.