Usage Limits for Silicone and Oil with Light Cream Maker™
Question
I am using Light Cream Maker™ in my formulation. I want to know the maximum percentage of silicone that can be incorporated into the formula when using this emulsifier.
I also have a specific ingredient, a "silicone base mixed with Vitamin C and Repair". When using Light Cream Maker™ in a formula containing this base, what is the maximum percentage of oil that can be mixed into the formula?
Answer
Light Cream Maker™ and Silicone/Oil Usage
Based on the information for Light Cream Maker™:
Maximum Silicone in Light Cream Maker™: Light Cream Maker™ can bond with silicone, and the recommended maximum amount of silicone should not exceed 10% of the total formula. This is a general guideline, and the actual amount may need adjustment based on the overall formula composition, especially the oil content.
Silicone Base (mixed with Vitamin C and Repair): Information about a specific "silicone base mixed with Vitamin C and Repair" was not found in our product database. Therefore, I cannot provide a specific maximum percentage of oil that can be mixed with this particular base. Generally, when combining silicone and oil phases in a formula using an emulsifier like Light Cream Maker™, the total amount of the oil phase (which would include both oils and silicones) needs to be considered. As mentioned in the reply, if the formula contains a high amount of oil, the cream maker works harder to emulsify, which might limit the amount of silicone or oil that can be incorporated while maintaining stability.
It's always best to start with recommended usage rates and perform stability testing when developing your formulation, especially when combining various ingredients like oils and silicones.
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