[MariaB]

No it is just distilled. I’ll eliminate the willow bark extract and see if changes anything.

thanks for your help!

[MariaB]

I also did make a batch without the gluconolactone and the color still changed.

[MariaB]

I only measured the ph upon completion and it was 5.1, I just checked my last sample and the ph is the same 5.1.

The mulberry extract that I have is clear, but I’ll make a batch and eliminate it to see how/if it affects the color.

Thanks for your help!

[MariaB]

Ooops I meant raise the ph! But then I walk a fine line of too alkaline and defeating the purpose of my calming face mist!

[MariaB]

For it to be so light the bio botanica has to be extremely diluted, I agree. I’ll try playing around with the ph as well.

Thank you for your input and your extra credit!

[MariaB]

Yes, those are the only preservatives. Ph is 5.3. I did switch out those preservatives and tried populus tremuloides (Aspen) bark extract. The color was still dark but not as dark.

I’ll try lowering the ph with some citric acid.

Thank you for the help!