Water-in-Oil Emulsifier for Vegetable Oil Base with Water Extracts
Question
I am looking for a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier to combine various water-based extracts with a vegetable oil base. The formulation should use the vegetable oil as the continuous phase (oil base).
Could you recommend a suitable emulsifier for this purpose?
Answer
Based on your requirement for a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier to combine water-based extracts with a vegetable oil base, OccluSoft™ (Water-in-Oil Cationic Emulsifier) appears to be a suitable option.
Recommended Emulsifier: OccluSoft™
OccluSoft™ is a water-in-oil emulsifier specifically designed for creating stable W/O emulsions. A key feature is its cationic nature, derived from POLYQUATERNIUM-37, which helps provide a soft and smooth skin feel after application, unlike some traditional W/O emulsifiers that can feel heavy or sticky.
This emulsifier is effective for incorporating water and silicone into oil-based systems.
How to Use:
- Usage Rate: Typically used at 1-5%. Using too little might cause instability, while using too much can make the formula more liquid.
- Mixing:
- Disperse OccluSoft™ in the oil phase until well blended.
- Prepare the water phase separately by mixing all water-soluble ingredients.
- While continuously blending the oil phase, slowly add the water phase little by little. Do not add all at once.
- Blend at a low speed. Avoid high-speed blending or using a homogenizer.
This method allows you to create an emulsion where the oil forms the continuous phase, effectively incorporating your water-based extracts into your vegetable oil base.
