Results 1 to 8 of 8
  1. #1
    pepsimax's Avatar
    **Nikki** Female

    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    London
    Posts
    561

    Default What can I add to keep creams soft?

    I make my own creams now and one of my favourites is just shea butter and coconut oil. I also add a few drops of essential oil to give it a nice aroma. As I live in a relatively cold climate, during winter the cream sets as though its been stored in a fridge. I wondered if there was anything I could add to keep it at a consistency so I can put it into a pump container?
    I like what I use, what I am looking for is something to add to it to keep it soft in a cooler temp.

  2. #2
    Dr.Deepak's Avatar
    **Deepak Ghimire** Male

    Join Date
    May 2008
    Location
    Ktm
    Posts
    2,300

    Default

    Well i'm not an expert in making home made recipes but have you tried making it a 70% solid (shea butter and coconut oil) and 30% liquid (other essential oils). Adding glycerine, Vit E might also be good for winter...

  3. #3
    pepsimax's Avatar
    **Nikki** Female

    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    London
    Posts
    561

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by Deepak View Post
    Well i'm not an expert in making home made recipes but have you tried making it a 70% solid (shea butter and coconut oil) and 30% liquid (other essential oils). Adding glycerine, Vit E might also be good for winter...
    Thanks Deepak. I figured a carrier oil or even olive oil but as its not something I use normally I thought I would ask around for suggestions.

  4. #4

    Default

    There are many very good recipes for lotions and creams on the Internet. If you want to use a pump you will want a lotion not a cream. I make all my skincare and have gotten most of my recipes from the Internet. Do a google search I think you will enjoy looking at the many recipes out there

  5. #5
    pepsimax's Avatar
    **Nikki** Female

    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    London
    Posts
    561

    Default

    Thanks Sandy but I don't want to be spending money on products I wont use so was looking for something to add just to stop it forming into a block. During the summer months here my pump works fine but not in the winter.

  6. #6
    pepsimax's Avatar
    **Nikki** Female

    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    London
    Posts
    561

    Default

    For anyone reading this wondering what I used, I settled for cold pressed Apricot Kernel carrier oil. It contains Vitamin A Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B6, B17, Vitamin E and being lighter than some other carrier oils, blends better in creams.
    Mixed with my shea butter and coconut oil it is very rich so not a lot is needed but I have produced the consistency that I was looking for.
    I also put a few drops of tea tree oil for its antiseptic properties and sweet orange oil which is good for the skin, but also masks the smell tea tree and gives the cream a nice aroma.
    Orange oil only has a 6 month shelf life so I only made small amounts of cream but I also use it in my oil burner so it wont go to waste.

  7. #7

    **Steve Xavior** Male

    Join Date
    Apr 2014
    Posts
    162

    Default

    shea butter and coconut oil contains rich value and effective for the skin especially in winter.

  8. #8

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by Dr.Deepak View Post
    Well i'm not an expert in making home made recipes but have you tried making it a 70% solid (shea butter and coconut oil) and 30% liquid (other essential oils). Adding glycerine, Vit E might also be good for winter...
    Good suggestion of Deepak.
    Yes, Glycerine is good and effective in winter season. you can add some drops of lime juice.


    • Advertisers

      Adsense

      Name:Google Adsense
      Location: USA
      Status: Advertiser
      Mood: Cheerful

      Online

      ______________________________
      This advertising will not be shown to register members.
      Register your free account today and become a member on DermaTalk
       

Similar Threads

  1. How can i have soft skin?
    By mostafa.raoufi3 in forum Skin Care Open Topic
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 03-19-2020, 09:00 AM
  2. Soft, puffy, hollow blemishes
    By sweetem1997 in forum General Discussion
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 03-07-2020, 07:28 AM
  3. How to have shiny and soft hair that is not dry?
    By vjykmr89 in forum Hair Care Tips and Product Review
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 04-05-2013, 05:42 AM
  4. Any home remedies to keep my hair soft and shining
    By Meera in forum Hair Care Tips and Product Review
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 09-12-2009, 07:12 AM
  5. For soft, silky hair!
    By aliva in forum Hair Care Tips and Product Review
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 07-23-2008, 07:32 PM


About DermaTalk

    DermaTalk is an Skin Care Advice forum and message board dedicated to people for sharing Skin related issues and experiences with community members and get suggestions from expert.

Quick Links



Stay Connected

Twitter Facebook RSS Feed