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What are your favorite Ecocert accepted emulsifiers for face cream?

Posted by Paulaa on July 31, 2018 at 3:02 pm

Hi,

I’d appreciate your opinion on best emulsifiers for face products. I’ve tried Olivem 1000 but the soaping effect is a no no for me. I’ve tried Simulgreen 18-2, but it rolls off the face after some time. My best bet for now is Montanov 68 but I wonder if you are able to suggest me something more?
My objective is to make a very light, not sticky cream for an extremely hot climate. I was thinking of 10-12% oil phase only. Any ideas?

Paulaa replied 6 years, 7 months ago 4 Members · 7 Replies
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JanetJanet

Member
July 31, 2018 at 6:17 pm

Following - i want to know too
i also find Olivem 1000 very soapy.
Dr Catherine Pratt

Member
August 1, 2018 at 2:29 am

@paulaa I actually do like Olivem1000 I’ve never had a problem. Maybe you could check out Montanev 82 and 202.

Hope this helps!
Paulaa

Member
August 1, 2018 at 1:42 pm

Thanks! Will check them out!
Dr Catherine Pratt

Member
August 1, 2018 at 10:34 pm

@Paulaa sorry spellcheck not working Ha! But those two should give you more of a lighter emulsion. I do think I was using Olives when making bulky creams!
MarkBroussard

Professional Chemist / Formulator
August 2, 2018 at 2:40 am

@Paulaa:

If you are experiencing some soaping with Olivem 1000, cut down on your oils/butters to no more than 10% total and add 2% or so Glyceryl Stearate. That should help.
Paulaa

Member
August 2, 2018 at 3:30 am

@MarkBroussard thanks! I’m on it!
Paulaa

Member
August 2, 2018 at 3:33 am

@Dr Catherine Pratt I’m actually looking for something good for pump bottle so light emulsion will be very welcome. Thanks one more time!

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