Using a Solubilizer for Oil and Glycol Mixing (No Heat)
Question
I am trying to formulate a product by mixing oil-soluble ingredients (Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Bakuchiol) with Pure-Melatonin dissolved in Ethoxydiglycol. The mixture is not combining properly without using heat. How can I make all these ingredients mix together homogeneously without applying heat?
Answer
Based on the ingredients you are using, the issue you encountered is likely due to the incompatibility between the oil phase (Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E, Perfect-C, Pure-Bakuchiol) and the solution of Pure-Melatonin in Ethoxydiglycol. To create a homogeneous mixture without using heat, you will need to incorporate a solubilizer.
A solubilizer helps to bridge the oil and glycol phases, allowing them to mix and form a stable, uniform product. Based on the available ingredients, Ultra Solve™ is a suitable high-performance solubilizer that can help incorporate various oils and active ingredients into a formula.
Here is a suggested revised formula and mixing procedure:
Recommended Formula Adjustment
To achieve a homogeneous mixture, we will adjust the amount of Jojoba Oil slightly to incorporate a solubilizer.
- Pure-Melatonin™: 2 g
- Ethoxydiglycol: 2.6 g
- Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol): 2 g
- Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate): 3 g
- Pure-Bakuchiol™ (Natural Retinol, 99% Pure, USA): 1 g
- Ultra Solve™: 5 g (This is a suggested starting point, you may need to adjust based on desired clarity and stability)
- Jojoba Oil (to make up 100g total): 84.4 g
Total: 100 g
Revised Mixing Procedure (No Heat)
- In a container, combine the Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E, Perfect-C™, and Pure-Bakuchiol™. Mix well until all oil-soluble ingredients are fully dissolved and combined (Oil Phase).
- Add the Ultra Solve™ to the Oil Phase and mix thoroughly until it is completely incorporated.
- In a separate container, mix the Pure-Melatonin™ with the Ethoxydiglycol until the powder is fully dissolved (Glycol Phase).
- Slowly add the Glycol Phase to the Oil Phase + Ultra Solve™ mixture while stirring continuously. Continue stirring until the entire mixture is homogeneous and clear or uniformly dispersed.
This method uses Ultra Solve™ to help the oil phase and the glycol phase combine effectively without requiring heat, resulting in a stable mixture.
Related Products Mentioned
Jojoba Oil (Golden - Deodorized)
Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol)
Ethoxydiglycol (e.q. Transcutol)
Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate)
Pure-Melatonin™ (Odorless, White Powder)