Time Defy Facial Serum
Lotioncrafter Serum SE is a proprietary blend of self emulsifying silicone fluids designed to make the creation of water-in-silicone emulsions (or serums) simple. Along with Lotioncrafter Serum SE, serums are created and stabilized using a sodium chloride/sodium citrate buffer. This reduces interfacial tension and improves stability, as does the addition of glycerin and/or glycols (dipropylene, propylene or butylene glycol). These also contribute to increased preservative efficacy. This is a cold process emulsion, therefore if you have concerns about the quality of your water, heat it to 180°F and cool it to room temperature before proceeding. High shear (stick blender) mixing is not required; mixing with a stand mixer at moderate to high speed is preferred.
In this deluxe formulation, allantoin is added for its soothing properties, while Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (a stable form of Vitamin C) and Q-Max Coenzyme Q10 are added for their antioxidant properties. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) and DL-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) help improve the appearance of skin tone and texture. Lotioncrafter Defense Complex is added to minimize the appearance of fine lines. This formula produces a light greaseless serum with a velvety smooth finish on the skin.
Time Defy Facial Serum |
Formula
|
Percent |
Grams |
Ounces |
Ingredient |
Phase A |
36.00 |
108.0 |
3.600 |
|
|
2.00 |
6.0 |
0.200 |
|
|
3.00 |
9.0 |
0.300 |
|
|
1.00 |
3.0 |
0.100 |
|
|
5.00 |
15.0 |
0.500 |
|
|
5.00 |
15.0 |
0.500 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Phase B |
32.70 |
98.1 |
3.270 |
Distilled Water |
|
9.00 |
27.0 |
0.900 |
|
|
0.20 |
0.6 |
0.020 |
|
|
0.40 |
1.2 |
0.040 |
Sodium Chloride (uniodized salt) |
|
3.00 |
9.0 |
0.300 |
|
|
2.00 |
6.0 |
0.200 |
|
|
0.10 |
0.3 |
0.010 |
|
|
0.10 |
0.3 |
0.010 |
Tetrasodium EDTA (powder) |
|
0.50 |
1.5 |
0.050 |
1. Combine Phase A ingredients in mixing vessel and set aside.
2. Combine all Phase B ingredients and stir to dissolve.
3. Using a stand or hand mixer on moderate to high speed, begin to add Phase B ingredients to the Phase A mixing vessel in a very slow stream (slow addition is critical). Once all of the water is incorporated, continue mixing 10-15 minutes until the emulsion is smooth and uniform. The final lengthy mixing will insure a smaller, uniform droplet size of the discontinuous water phase, improving long term stability.
4. Add fragrance, if desired.
Makes 300 grams (10 oz).
Ingredients in bold are carried by Lotioncrafter.