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.
Related Products Mentioned
Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free)