Homemade Setting Spray Formula

A cost-effective, medium-viscosity cream formulation designed to lock in moisture, provide a long-lasting hold, and nourish the skin. This non-greasy formula is compatible with all skin types.

Technical Specifications

pH Level: 7
Shelf Life: 12 months
Batch Size: 5-10 liters
Processing Time: 2 hours
Temperature: 70°C for Phases A and B
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Viscosity: Medium
Certification: Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Ingredients

Ingredient	Percentage	Function
Water	52.0%	Solvent
Glycerin	8.0%	Humectant, moisture-locking
Cetearyl Alcohol	5.0%	Emollient, thickening agent
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate	10.0%	Skin conditioning agent, provides non-greasy finish
Xanthan Gum	0.5%	Stabilizes formulation, thickening agent
Polysorbate 20	2.0%	Emulsifier
Aloe Vera Juice	10.0%	Skin-soothing, nourishing
Phenoxyethanol	1.0%	Preservative
Lavender Essential Oil	0.5%	Fragrance, skin-soothing
Vitamin E Acetate	1.0%	Antioxidant, skin nourishing
Triethanolamine	0.5%	pH adjuster
Dimethicone	10.0%	Provides long-lasting hold, smooth application

Manufacturing Process

Phase A

Combine Water, Glycerin, and Aloe Vera Juice in a clean, sterilized container.
Heat the mixture to 70°C with constant stirring.

Phase B

In a separate container, combine Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, and Dimethicone.
Heat Phase B ingredients to 70°C until completely melted.

Phase C

Slowly add Phase B to Phase A with continuous stirring until homogeneous.
Cool mixture to below 40°C.

Phase D

Add Triethanolamine and blend until desired pH of 7 is reached.
Incorporate Xanthan Gum slowly to avoid clumping.
Add Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Lavender Essential Oil, and Vitamin E Acetate.
Mix until uniform and adjust viscosity with additional water if necessary.

Usage Instructions

Apply a small amount evenly over the face after makeup application. Allow to dry for a setting, moisture-locking effect.

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