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Bentonite Clay per lb.
$7.99Useful on oily skin. Excellent oil absorbing properties. Thought to remove acne causing toxins from the skin and revitalize tired skin. Very soft clay. All Natural. Cosmetic Grade.Particle size: 80%... -
Potassium Carbonate per lb.
$9.99Also referred to as potash or pearl ash. It is a milder alkali than potassium hydroxide with a pH of 11.6. It is not strong enough to completely saponify oils into soap and glycerin but it does... -
Translucent Crystals per lb.
$6.99An additive used to make straight paraffin wax more translucent. Will not make opaque waxes translucent. Use 1/2 to 1 tsp. per lb. of wax. Heat to 215-220 degrees for best results. -
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Xanthan Gum per lb.
$15.99Create your DIY lotions, creams, and gels with xanthan gum! This natural thickener and stabilizer gives your skincare products a creamy, luxurious texture and keeps ingredients perfectly...
Description
Cetyl alcohol is a versatile, oil-soluble thickening agent and emollient. It is typically used to thicken, condition and add opacity and emolience to creams, lotions, whipped butters and lotion bars.
These white, waxy pellets are plant-derived from RSPO Certified Palm and are added to the oil phase and heated until melted.
Meltpoint - 129 degrees F
Suggested Usage Rate - 3-10%
Typical Usage Rates by Product Type:
- Lotions & Creams: 1%–5% (up to 8% for thicker creams).
- Hair Conditioners & Shampoos: 1%–6% to improve texture, viscosity, and slip.
- Anhydrous Balms/Butters: 5%–30% for structure and reduced greasiness.
- Makeup: 1%–3% for spreadability
- Shampoo Bars: Up to 15% as a binder.
Key Formulation Tips:
- Function: Acts as a co-emulsifier, thickener, and opacifier.
- Skin Feel: Provides a, luxurious, silky, or "velvety" feel without the drag or tackiness of waxes.
- Solubility: Oil-soluble, must be melted in the oil phase.
- Compatibility: Works well with various emulsifiers and is generally considered non-comedogenic.
