Cooling Aftershave Gel Formulation

This soothing gel is designed to calm inflammation and irritation after shaving. Infused with aloe vera and menthol, it provides a refreshing cooling sensation to invigorate the skin, while chamomile extract gently reduces redness and enhances skin comfort.

Technical Specifications

  • pH Level: 6.2
  • Shelf Life: 24 months when stored at recommended conditions
  • Batch Size: 500 kg
  • Processing Time: 4 hours including cooling and final processing
  • Temperature: 70°C for Water Phase, 40°C for Cooling Phase
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight with temperatures between 18-25°C and humidity below 60%
  • Viscosity: 8000-12000 cP at 25°C
  • Certification: Compliant with EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009

Ingredients

IngredientPercentageFunction
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice40.0%Provides soothing and moisturizing properties
Menthol2.0%Gives a cooling sensation and refreshes the skin
Chamomile Extract5.0%Reduces skin irritation and redness
Glycerin10.0%Acts as a humectant to retain moisture in the skin
Carbomer0.5%Thickens the gel to achieve optimal viscosity
Triethanolamine0.5%Adjusts the pH and stabilizes the gel consistency
Phenoxyethanol0.8%Acts as a preservative to ensure product safety
Water41.2%Acts as a solvent and forms the base of the gel

Manufacturing Process

Water Phase

  1. In a stainless steel tank, heat water (Aqua) to 70°C while stirring continuously with a homogenizer.
  2. Slowly add Carbomer to avoid clumping and ensure complete dispersion.

Cooling Phase

  1. Allow the mixture to cool to 40°C and add Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Glycerin with gentle stirring.
  2. Dissolve Menthol in a separate container using a small amount of warm water, and then incorporate it into the main batch.

Final Processing Phase

  1. Add Chamomile Extract and Phenoxyethanol, continuously mixing until homogenous.
  2. Adjust pH to 6.2 using Triethanolamine, verifying with pH meter and ensuring consistency is maintained.
  3. Perform a final quality control check for viscosity using a viscometer.

Usage Instructions

Apply a small amount of gel onto the face and neck post-shave. Gently massage into the skin until fully absorbed. For best results, use daily after each shave.

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