Water-Based Body Mist Formulation: Adding Farnesol & Ensuring Clarity
Question
I'm trying to make a water-based body mist for frequent daily use with the following formula:
- Fragrance Oil: 3%
- Flora Solve Clear: 8%
- Mild Preserved Eco: 1%
- Distilled Water: up to 100%
I would like to ask:
- What types of fragrance fixatives can be added?
- Can I use Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) in this formula?
- If yes, what ingredient should I reduce to add it?
- Will the resulting body mist be clear with this formula?
Answer
Water-Based Body Mist Formulation
You can definitely add Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) to your body mist formula. Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) is an effective odor control agent and is water-soluble, making it suitable for your water-based body mist formula.
Formula Adjustment and Method:
You can add Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) to your formula by reducing the amount of distilled water. We recommend using Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) at approximately 1-2% of the total formula. For example, if you use 1%, the formula would be:
- Fragrance Oil: 3%
- Flora Solve Clear: 8%
- Mild Preserved Eco: 1%
- Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%): 1%
- Distilled Water: 87% (to reach 100%)
Mixing Steps:
- Mix the Fragrance Oil and Flora Solve Clear together. Stir or blend well until fully combined.
- In a separate container, mix the Distilled Water, Mild Preserved Eco, and Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%). Stir until they are well dissolved and combined.
- Slowly pour the Fragrance Oil/Flora Solve Clear mixture into the water phase while stirring continuously until the mixture is homogeneous and clear.
Clarity of the Body Mist:
Based on the ingredients you have chosen, Flora Solve Clear, Mild Preserved Eco, and Farnesol (Water Soluble, 15%) are all water-soluble and clear. When mixed correctly, especially using Flora Solve Clear at an appropriate amount (8% for 3% fragrance, which is within the recommended range), the resulting body mist should be clear. If you find it slightly cloudy, you might try slightly increasing the percentage of Flora Solve Clear.