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Problems Occurring as a Result of Skin Damage
- Skin dehydration
- Rough skin issues
- Scaling and crusting on the skin
- Cracks in the skin
- Redness
- Itching
- And excessive tightness in the skin
To eliminate such skin problems, treatment can be carried out with moisturizers. In this way, the appearance of the skin improves and integrity is achieved.
What are the Substances Used in Cream Production?
The following substances are used in the production of moisturizing cream.
- Stearic Acid
- Lanolin
- Glycerin
- Liquid Paraffin (Paraffin Oil)
- Glyceryl Monostearate
- Isopropyl Myristate
- Triethanolamine
- Mono Propylene Glycol
- Borax
- Ethylhexylglycerin (Preservative)
- Phenoxyethanol (Preservative)
There are 2 phases in the production of this cream: the aqueous phase and the oil phase.
The aqueous phase contains the following substances:
- Stearic Acid
- Liquid Paraffin
- Lanolin
- Glyceryl Monostearate
The Oil Phase Contains the Following Substances:
- Glycerin
- Propylene Glycol
- Isopropyl Myristate
- Fragrance
- Phenoxyethanol (Preservative)
- Ethylhexylglycerin (Preservative)
- Water
The differences can be evaluated by using stabilizing borax instead of triethanolamine, which is an emulsifying agent.
The resulting cream should have a pH value in the range of pH 7.20 – pH 7.24. In terms of viscosity, creams exhibit plastic flow properties.
The required characteristics of the resulting cream are as follows:
- Processability
- Thermal stability during storage
- Viscosity
What are the Properties of the Substances Used in Moisturizing Cream Manufacturing?
Glycerin: It has water-retaining properties in the skin.
Propylene Glycol: It has the ability to retain water in the skin.
Liquid Paraffin: It forms an oil layer on the skin.
Stearic Acid: It reacts with borax, which is a surfactant.
Borax: It acts as a surfactant. It reacts with fatty acids to create the emollient effect of fatty alcohols.
The resulting creams provide good occlusivity and spreadability.
Humectants and Moisturizers:
Glycerin: Maintains moisture balance in the skin and has moisture-retaining properties.
Hyaluronic acid: Increases moisture levels in the skin and maintains skin moisture.
Urea: Increases the water-holding capacity of the skin and moisturizes dry skin.
Aloe vera gel: Soothes, moisturizes, and nourishes the skin.
