Candybee Posted July 30, 2015 Share Posted July 30, 2015 I've got a solid lotion recipe I like but it doesn't 'glide' on. How can I improve it so there is less drag. Also, I want to try Butter EZ in my lip balm to help with graininess and wondering if it will also help with drag for the solid lotion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 30, 2015 Author Share Posted July 30, 2015 Never mind.... was looking at the Butter EZ and the description says it helps with graininess and reduces drag. So I will just have to give it a try. But if you do know of any other ways to reduce drag in balms I would love to know. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted July 30, 2015 Share Posted July 30, 2015 In solids, the wax you use plays a big part. For instance, if you love beeswax, try subbing with a little sunflower wax or candelila. Butter-ez in lip products is very nice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 30, 2015 Author Share Posted July 30, 2015 Thanks for the wax tip. I did use half beeswax and half candelila in the solid lotion balm. On the other hand, I am thinking of going all vegan and want to try caranauba and candlila together in the lip balm. Maybe in the solid lotion too but not sure yet. I want to use up my beeswax first before I decide. I read that caranauba adds a shine to lip balm. Will the carnauba just add more drag or will a blend of both caranauba and candelilla be okay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 30, 2015 Author Share Posted July 30, 2015 (edited) Hmmm... the other thing is the IPM and cetyl stearol alcohol. I wanted to try both together so I used 2 tsp IPM and 1.5 tsp cetyl stearol alcohol in a 32 lb batch of my solid lotion. Now I am wondering if that may also be causing part of the drag? I want the lotion to feel dry to the touch as possible and not greasy. It definitely doesn't feel greasy. But could it be causing the drag? Edited July 30, 2015 by Candybee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sporadic Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Adding a little castor oil will help add some glide to the balm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 31, 2015 Author Share Posted July 31, 2015 Funny you mentioned castor. I was considering it before because it is non-comodegenic and helps skin retain moisture. Thanks! Will 5% castor in my recipe be enough?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Castor alone is pretty sticky. And leaves a gloss. Try a super small batch before diving in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 31, 2015 Author Share Posted July 31, 2015 When I was on Lotion Crafters website ordering the Butter EZ I also ordered some chamomile and calendula extracts. Can't wait to try them out! I bet it will take me months or maybe next year before I get my solid lotion and lip balm recipes tweaked the way I like them! The good news is I know how I want them to feel and work on skin/lips. Getting the recipe just right will probably make me want to pull my hair out!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faerywren Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 I found lessening the wax helped with glide. I had to tinker with my percents of liquid and solid oils and butters but finally got a ratio I liked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted August 16, 2015 Author Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) I finally got around to making up some new solid lotions. I lowered the IPM and Cetyl S. Alcohol and added a small % of castor oil. Its a bit softer and glides much better, still goes on dry without feeling greasy, plus I didn't have to use the Butter EZ! Now I can save the Butter EZ for my lip balms! Thanks to all for your wonderful suggestions! I was able to fix the problems and make a much better quality solid lotion. Edited August 16, 2015 by Candybee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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