Solutions for Thinning Herbal Mask

• Reduce the amount of Centella Asiatica powder: Using a lower concentration of the herbal powder might reduce the interference with your thickeners.
• Pre-disperse the herbal powder: Before adding the Centella Asiatica powder to your main cream base, try mixing it separately with a small amount of water, glycerin, or a portion of your water phase until it forms a smooth, lump-free paste. Slowly incorporate this pre-dispersion into your cream base while mixing. This can help the powder integrate better and reduce the shock to the emulsion/thickener system.
• Increase thickener concentration: You may need to use a higher percentage of Satin Cream Maker and/or Sepinov EMT10 to compensate for the thinning effect of the powder. The description for Satin Cream Maker suggests using 1.5% or 2.0% for a thicker cream. Adjust the amount gradually until you achieve the desired consistency.
• Check and adjust pH: Some thickeners are sensitive to pH. The Centella Asiatica extract recommends a pH range of 4-6.5 for optimal stability. While Satin Cream Maker is quite robust (pH 3-12), the overall pH of your final mixture after adding the powder could be affecting the Sepinov EMT10 or the interaction between ingredients. If you have pH testing strips, check the pH of your final mixture and adjust it if necessary to be within the recommended range for your ingredients.
• Consider alternative thickeners: If the issue persists, you might explore other thickeners or emulsifiers that are known to be more compatible with high levels of powders or electrolytes.

By trying these adjustments, particularly pre-dispersing the powder and potentially increasing the concentration of your thickeners, you should be able to create a more stable and thick herbal face mask.