![]() We don’t offer any business consultation at this time but I would be happy to point you toward some resources that you may find helpful. Thanks so much for visiting The Natural Beauty Workshop. Whether or not an emulsifying wax is titled NF should not affect its ability to emulsify in a lotion or cream. That doesnt necessarily mean that the wax used in your lotion is not NF, it may just not be labeled that way on the container due its being a sort of in-industry term. The term is often used by suppliers of ingredients, but less often attached on ingredient labels. The term NF means national formulary and is added to the titles of certain ingredients that meet certain specifications of the National Formulary, an organization that creates standards for ingredients used in foods, drugs, and cosmetics. Try experimenting in small batches and see how it goes. Adding some extra beeswax could also help stiffen your lotion, but keep in mind that beeswax doesnt emulsify on its own, and there may be a limit to how much you can add without adding more E-wax or an additional emulsifier, such as lecithin and/or borax. Some great choices are Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, or Babassu Oil. Youll also achieve a thicker texture by using butters or oils that are hard at room temperature instead of liquid oils. Try increasing your fats, and see if that does the trick. Getting a cream recipe to be thicker or thinner usually depends on the proportions of water, emulsifier, and fat. For a more in depth look into handmade emulsions, check out Making Aromatherapy Creams and Lotions by Donna Maria, an indispensable guide to cream and lotion making.ĭo you have a favorite emulsion recipe to share? If so, please share it with us in the comments below! Becoming an expert on making creams and lotions is an adventure! Embrace experimentation, and don't lose heart when formulations break or fail. Achieving a stable emulsion may also require some tweaking of these ratios depending on the ingredients you choose. The mixture should become thick and opaque.ĭepending on your ingredients your mixture can vary in texture and appearance wildly. After the ingredients are fully combined, continue to whip the mixture for at least a full five minutes. Slowly pour a very thin stream of the oil/wax mixture into the water phase while continually whipping. When both phases have become hot, and the waxes have fully melted, begin whipping the water phase. In a separate container, heat the waters along with the borax, if you are using it. To create the emulsion, start by heating the waxes and oils/butters together, along with the lecithin, if you are using it. You can also try switching Beeswax for other waxes, such as Candelilla, Carnauba, Bayberry, or Floral Wax. Try experimenting with the amount of water, oil, or emulsifier you have to create unique textures. The emulsifier part can be 100% Emulsifying Wax, or a combination of 80% Beeswax, 10% Borax, and 10% Liquid Lecithin. To create a basic emulsion formula, try working with this simple formula: Together, these ingredients can help to create a stable emulsion of fats and waters. The best combination to start with is Beeswax, Liquid Lecithin, and Borax. However, unlike Emulsifying Wax, natural emulsifiers must be used in conjunction with each other in order to work. You can also create an emulsion with the help of natural ingredients. It is very easy to use, even when you are creating your own recipes from scratch. For beginners, I often recommend this ingredient. ![]() It contains just the right amounts of wax and emulsifier to maintain a stable emulsion in most simple cream or lotion formulas. Emulsifying Wax is an ingredient that has been especially formulated for this purpose. Only when it comes to lotions and creams, other ingredients must be used to maintain a stable, long term emulsion. Creams and lotions are created in a very similar way. In cooking, the lecithin contained in egg yolk allows chefs to create luscious emulsified sauces such as mayonnaise or hollandaise. ![]() Lecithin is a common emulsifier found in nature. Emulsion occurs when water is allowed to encapsulate oil molecules with the help of a stretchy ingredient called an emulsifier. When it comes to creating a cream or a lotion, something must be done to water and oil based ingredients in order for them to combine. ![]()
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