Wind and weather cream
The super-simple W/O cream for effective protection against wind, weather, and cold.
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐ advanced
Preparation time: ⏱ approx. 30 minutes
EmuLite and Sheerbond ensure simple and foolproof preparation while protecting the skin effectively.
MCT-9 is the perfect, versatile base oil with a light yet gently nourishing skin feel.
SheaSmooth protects the skin from irritation and dehydration while also providing a slightly soothing effect.
Raw materials in percent
| Percent | ||
| A | Distilled water | 64 |
| Butylene Glycol Green | 5 | |
| Citric acid | 0.15 | |
| L-Arginine | 0.05 | |
| Magnesium sulfate | 1 | |
| Preblend Aqua S / Preblend Aqua | 2 | |
| B1 | Sheerbond | 0.6 |
| MCT-9 | 14 | |
| B2 | EmuLite | 2.2 |
| SheaSmooth | 10 | |
| Anti-Ox Emulsion | 1 | |
| Total | 100 |
Instructions
Weigh out A and stir until all ingredients have dissolved.
Check the pH value and adjust to approx. 5 – 5.2 using citric acid/arginine.
Weigh out B1 and heat to approx. 80 degrees until the Sheerbond has melted.
Add B2 to B1 and let it melt in the residual heat (if necessary, heat slightly more).
Weigh out A and stir until all ingredients have dissolved.
Add A to B in small increments (especially at the beginning) and emulsify thoroughly each time.
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Adjusting the pH value:
The pH value of a solution can be lowered with citric acid and raised with arginine, for example. If both substances are used in combination, the pH value is additionally stabilized over a longer period. This is important because the pH value otherwise tends to change on its own. However, a stable pH value is particularly important to ensure the optimal effectiveness of certain preservatives (e.g., Preblend Aqua or Preblend Aqua S). Read more about this in our blog post.
Humectants in emulsions:
Butylene glycol acts as a humectant in this formulation and prevents the skin from drying out. At the same time, it has a mild antibacterial effect, which supports the effectiveness of Preblend Aqua or Preblend Aqua S. A similar effect could also be achieved with propanediol or propylene glycol. Glycerin would also be suitable as a humectant, but it leaves a slightly sticky skin feel and does not contribute to the improved shelf life of the product. Read more about this in our blog post.