How to make the cream itself at home. Face cream at home - cooking rules. How to make such a cream

08.08.2020

Emulsifiers - what are they? What are emulsifiers for? What emulsifiers and thickeners are suitable for making a cream with your own hands. Handbook of emulsifiers for cream. Emulsifiers, co-emulsifiers, thickeners.

The directory is constantly being developed and updated with new data on products in the field of Creaming. If you have personal experience of using this or that ingredient, then we will be glad if you share it in the comments to any article in the headings "Cosmetics with with our hands "and" School of Cremovar " . This will help beginners understand the variety of sentences and avoid mistakes. 🙄

Emulsifier -it is an essential ingredient for making homemade cream. Therefore, we will deal with him. Thanks to emulsifiers, the emulsion remains stable, that is, it does not delaminate, it remains homogeneous. Emulsifiers are usually organic compounds. These are predominantly soluble substances with the property of lowering the surface tension at the interface of both phases (water and oil) of the emulsion. In appearance they are waxy, in the form of plates, shavings, peas.

Co-emulsifier -accompanying the main emulsifier or acting in equal proportion with other emulsifiers in the mixture. It is an additional emulsifier that is used in combination with other emulsifiers as an additional one to form a new texture, usually denser than when using the main one.

Thickener (same as co-emulsifier ... in essence) - A substance added when creating an emulsion to give it stability, density and viscosity. It is used as an additive to the main emulsifier. It is used mono when creating gel creams.

These include: silicone emulsifiers, various waxes (for example, beeswax or jojoba oil), hydrocolloids (cholesterol, gelatin, agar-agar, synthetic and semi-synthetic polymers, pectin).

Surfactants (surfactants) - the direct purpose of surfactants is to dissolve fats when washing. Embedding in large fat deposits, surfactants break them into small droplets that are easily washed off with water. Used to enhance the effect of emulsifiers.

Emulsifier Handbook:

Emulsifier Т-8

Liquid, vegetable origin.

Composition:Polysorbate 20; dipropylene glycol; PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil.

Purpose:

for the production of cosmetic creams and emulsions of the oil / water type,
co-emulsifier for cosmetic water / oil emulsions.

Specifications.

Consistency: Transparent low-viscosity liquid

Colour: from straw yellow to light brown,

Impurities and sediment: does not contain

Properties.

Emulsifier T-8 is a complex emulsifier of plant origin. Allows to obtain stable emulsions when using Emulsifier T-8 in low concentrations. Combines with various types of polar and non-polar cosmetic raw materials. Due to its excellent emulsifying ability, Emulsifier T-8 forms highly dispersed emulsions with excellent colloidal and thermal stability. Due to the fact that Emulsifier T-8 is able to form cosmetic emulsions, which, despite the high content of the oil phase, do not leave a feeling of greasy and stickiness on the skin, it is recommended for use in cosmetics for any skin, including mixed.

Application:

Nutritious cream
Moisturizing cream
Cosmetic milk
Eye cream

Emulsifier T-8 is used to obtain cosmetic emulsions of the oil / water type of controlled consistency. Due to the pronounced tendency to lower interfacial tension, Emulsifier T-8 effectively helps to stabilize and improve the appearance of cosmetic emulsions of the “water / oil” type.

Dosage:

Oil / water cosmetic emulsions 0.5-4.0%
Cosmetic emulsions of the "water / oil" type 0.5-3.0%

Emulsifier Polysorbate TWIN-80

Short description:

Emulsifier TWIN-80 is a non-ionic surfactant, is an emulsifier and co-emulsifier (solvent) of vegetable oils, essential oils and fragrances in the composition of water-based cosmetics without the use of alcohol, in skin and hair care products. Has an astringent and moisturizing effect, an emulsifier, a conditioner. Well emulsifies fatty and waxy secretions of our skin and gently removes them.

Used by

for creating emulsions O / W (oil in water)
as a base for dissolving vegetable oils, essential oils and fragrances.

Specifications:

By the look: viscous liquid, amber color
Smell: characteristic, weak
pH 5 - 7 (5 - 10% aqueous solution)
Solubility: in water, in vegetable oil, in alcohol, isopropyl alcohol.

Insoluble: in mineral oil, ether and paraffin.

Composition:

Polysorbat 80 (Tween 80, polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate, polysorbate 80, tween 80, sorbital O-20, food additive E 434).

Application:

regenerating shampoos with oils,
hair balms,
means for washing and makeup remover,
water-based products containing vegetable and essential oils,
face tonics,
perfumery compositions,
body sprays,
sugar and salt scrubs,
as a basis for dissolving vegetable oils,
for the production of bubbling balls,
hydrophilic bath oils,
body tiles (nutritious)

Dosage:

from 1% to 50% depending on the purpose of the funds. (At concentrations above 1.5%, the product begins to thicken).

Dissolve EO, perfume or vegetable oils in polysorbate at a dosage of 1 to 7% (up to 1: 1, depending on the application), and then add to the main part of the product.

A combination of various polysorbates in one product is possible.

With the introduction of more than 1% polysorbate, thickening of the final product can be observed. Although with the simultaneous use of polysorbates and saline in the manufacture of shampoo from the base, the effect is the opposite.

Dosage: 2-7% up to 1: 1 depending on the application.

Additional information on cosmetic applications:
In cosmetics, it is used as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and dispersant. Enhances foaming properties.

The polysorbate number is associated with the type of fatty acids attached to the polyoxyethylene sorbitan part of the molecule. Monolaurate is indicated by the number 20, monopalmitate - 40, monostearate - 60, and monooleate - 80.

They are based on sorbitol extracted from various fruits and fatty acids from oils (coconut - polysorbate 20, palm - polysorbates 40 and 60, olive - polysorbate 80).

The higher the TWIN number, the lower its ability to create a stable emulsion.

While TWEEN 20 is most often used to emulsify essential oils, TWEEN 80 is used to emulsify large amounts of vegetable oils.

Combinations of different polysorbates (TWINs) are used to achieve a more stable emulsion or to obtain the desired structure of the cosmetic product.

Hydrophilic groups are polyoxyethylene. The higher the number of the polysorbate, the more lipophilic it is, as a rule, and the HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) value becomes lower.

Can be used in combination with a variety of low HLB hydrophobic emulsifiers to create a wide range of stable oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsion systems, especially useful in combination with fatty alcohols such as Cetearyl alcohol.

When polysorbates are used simultaneously with vegetable waxes or solid alcohols (cetearyl), various emulsion waxes are obtained.

In mixtures, it has a moisturizing and soothing effect on the skin

Storage: The product is chemically stable for a long period of time in closed packaging at various temperatures, does not require special storage conditions. If the product has been exposed to low temperatures, slight changes in appearance can be easily removed by stirring the product at 40 ° C.

Emulsifier Polysorbate TWIN-20,

Short description:Highly effective non-ionic emulsifier. At the same time it is a good solubilizer and antifoam with astringent and moisturizing action. Derived from vegetable fats, especially coconut oil and laurel leaves, it acts as an emulsifier. Well emulsifies fatty and waxy secretions of our skin and gently removes them.

Applicable:

for the production of creams and emulsions of the oil / water type,
co-emulsifier for cosmetic water / oil emulsions.
can be used as a solubilizer for fat-soluble vitamins, essential oils, etc.

Operating principle: Reduces the particle size of the oil phase, promoting the formation of fine oil / water emulsions.
Production of a wide range of cosmetic products for various purposes with a good appearance and excellent colloidal and thermal stability.
Due to the fact that Emulsifier T-8 is able to form cosmetic emulsions, which, despite the high content of the oil phase, do not leave a feeling of greasy and stickiness on the skin, it is recommended for use in cosmetics for any skin, including mixed.

Specifications:

View: Amber oily liquid.

Dissolve in water, methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, glycerin, vegetable oil, mineral oil, petroleum jelly, etc.

hLB value: 16.7
Acid number (mg KOH / g) ≤ 2
Saponification (mg KOH / g) 40 ~ 55
Hydroxyl number (mg KOH / g) 90 ~ 110
Water (%) ≤ 3

Molecular Formula: C58H113O26
CAS NO ： 9005-64-5

The density is approximately 1.1 g / ml.

Application:

It is an oil-in-water emulsifier, can be used as a solvent, diffuser, stabilizer, lubricant and antistatic agent, etc.

Dosages:

2 - 50% in the fat phase of the mixture (can be used up to 1: 1 depending on the application).
Use:

Moisturizing, non-irritating and non-drying shampoos, foams and two-phase washing lotions,

· Gels for bathing children, which gently remove all impurities from the skin.

(To do this, you need to mix the Emulsifier TWIN-20 with the selected vegetable and essential oils, add the required active ingredients, for example, d-panthenol, and dilute with water to the desired consistency)

Since polysorbate 20 is the most "delicate" of the line of polysorbates, the resulting soft emulsions can be separated into two phases, but this is easily corrected - you just need to shake the emulsion.

It is best to use polysorbate 20 for cooking

water sprays,
tonics and lotions with the addition of essential oils,
in sugar and salt scrubs,
bath pralines (bath balls),
as a base for dissolving essential oils for water-based perfume compositions, it is effective even at high concentrations of essential oils.
in repellent sprays,
in air fresheners,
as a stabilizer and viscosity regulator in shampoos, liquid soaps and conditioners.

Funds with TWIN-20 are less viscous and dense in structure compared to TWIN-80.

Dosages:

Oil / water cosmetic emulsions - 0.5-4.0%
Cosmetic emulsions of the "water / oil" type - 0.5-3.0%

Storage:store in a cool, dry and blown through place, shelf life 2 years.

Borax, sodium tetraborate

Sodium Borate

Appearance:fine-grained powder /

Colour:white

solubility: in water, glycerin

Produced by: by synthesis

The tool inhibits reproduction and removes fungus from mucous surfaces, for example, the oral cavity, genitals.
It is used for the prevention and treatment of thrush.
Due to its antimicrobial effect, sodium tetraborate is included in the composition of agents for relieving inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.
A 20% solution is used to disinfect bedsores and diaper rash.

Properties: antiseptic, bacteriostatic

Borax aqueous solutions have an alkaline pH.

In cosmetics: Borax is used in cosmetics as

emulsifier,
preservative,
antiseptic additive.

Borax softens water and is often used in bathroom bombs. Borax is beneficial ONLY when applied to damaged mucous membranes and skin.

It is excreted through the intestines and kidneys for a week after application.

Input percentage:from 5 to 10%

Agar—agar- emulsifier - gelling agent. Produced from seaweed. It is a natural gelling agent that helps the skin retain moisture.

It is applied for:

Face masks
Gal for skin hydration
Eye contour gel
Healing gel for allergies

Application technology:

Dissolve agar in water, bring to a boil and boil for two minutes, use the resulting gel warm. It hardens already at room temperature. It dissolves completely only at temperatures from 95 to 100 degrees. The hot solution is clear and limited in viscosity.

Input percentage is5% of the total mass or 1 g per 120 ml of liquid.

Contraindications:Not known

Glycerol - vegetable emulsifier, moisturizer, thickener. Obtained by hydrolysis of oils and fermentation of sugars. It has antiseptic and preservative properties, and has protective properties. Glycerin softens and moisturizes the skin. It is a co-emulsifier, perfectly stabilizes emulsions. It is a good solvent for water-insoluble components, such as extracts.

It is applied for:

Dry skin cream

Milk for skin care

Cooking technology:

Input percentagemakes up 2% of the total mass.

Glyceryl - Glyceryl monostearate -one of the widely used base emulsifiers. Obtained from palmitic and stearic acid. It is not considered natural, but belongs to environmentally friendly emulsifiers. Contains no irritating additives. It is harmless to the skin.

It is applied for:

Hand cream
Face cream

Application technology:It is introduced into the oily phase when it is heated to 70-75 ° C. It is most successfully used as a co-emulsifier.

Input percentage is 5-6% (optimally 6%).

Contraindications:Not known

Cosmetic guar (silk)INCI: guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride for cosmetic use. It has the ability to influence the rheological properties of the liquid, that is, to cause thickening. It has a smoothing effect on the skin, making it soft and silky.

shampoos,
cleansing gels,
masks,
nourishing and moisturizing creams.

Percentinput: 0,1-2%

Terms of Use: Dissolves in water. Dissolve in water and leave for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Input percentage: 0.2-0.3% of the total mass

Xanthan Gum (hydrocolloid) INCI : Xanthan Gum E 415.It is a long-chain polysaccharide composed of the sugars glucose, mannose and glucuronic acid. The main chain of molecules is the same as that of cellulose, with trisaccharides in the side chain . It is a powder of white or brown shades, odorless.
Derived from the bacterial culture that produces xanthan. In the production of cosmetics it is used as a gelling agent, thickener. Gives the cream high stability at low concentration. Xanthan forms a protective film on the face, has moisturizing and moisture-retaining properties

It is used for manufacturing:

Light emulsions
Cleansing cream
Protective cream
Lotion
Shampoo

Application technology: Dissolve in the aqueous phase (cold or hot). Combines with all known thickeners and stabilizers such as starch, pectin, gelatin, alginate, dextrin ...

Input percentage: 0,2-0,5%

Store in a dry, dark place.

Xanthan, guar and other gum resins are added to creams for greater emulsion stability. They form a dense and elastic shell around the droplets of the dispersed phase, like gelling agents create a structure, a network-skeleton that holds its shape and volume. In addition, they thicken the cream, give it viscosity. To give the cream the necessary consistency - to make it thicker - thickeners are sometimes used. A number of natural thickeners include xanthan gum (gum), guar. Natural thickeners have a moisturizing effect on the skin.

Kappa an emulsifier - a derivative of three vegetable waxes - rice, candelilla and jojoba, has the ability to hold water 6 times its own weight, helps to create a cream with a rich texture and a soft feeling when applied. On the basis of the emulsifier Kappa cream is obtained with a very airy light texture without bubbles. with this emulsifier very light, airy emulsions without bubbles are obtained.

Application method: Pre-dissolve in oil at a temperature of 60 degrees C.

Input percentage is 4-6%.

Xylians (wheat emulsifier) - is a mixture of fatty alcohol derived from palm oil and sugar from wheat bran. Used to create an oil-in-water emulsion. This emulsifier has a positive effect on the skin and is completely natural. Good compatibility with other components. Allows you to create snow-white creams with a fairly dense texture. The emulsifier requires a certain skill and precise mixing time of the cream. If you overdo it, the cream will turn out to be too foamy, but if everything succeeds, the product will be of excellent quality.

It is applied for:

For decorative cosmetics
Sunscreen UV filter
Hair balm
Therapeutic ointment
Foam for washing
Nourishing face cream

Application technology: The emulsifier is heated in the fat phase until it is completely melted, at about a temperature of 70 degrees C. The oil phase is added to the water phase, and mixed with a mixer for 3 minutes, then homogenized at a moderate pace until it cools completely. This emulsifier requires a co-emulsifier. This can be cetyl alcohol, beeswax, or cocoa and shea butter.

If you beat for about 3 minutes with a break of 1 minute, you get an airy mousse. But if you overdo it, then the air mass can settle very much and then the liquid part is obtained and the foam is on top.

Input percentage from 3% to 5%

Storage temperature: from 15 to 25 ° С

Contraindications:Not known

Lamekrem Is a natural emulsifier, consisting entirely of substances of plant origin. The emulsifier has moisture retention properties. It gives rich and nourishing emulsions, so it is used as a basis for preparing oily night creams for dry or combination skin. It goes well with other emulsifiers such as Tegomuls (cream with a lighter texture).

It is applied for:

Moisturizers
Cream for dry and mixed skin
Nourishing night cream

Input percentage is 5-10%.

Lanolin - is an animal wax obtained from sheep wool. It is a viscous yellowish mass with a pungent characteristic odor. This smell is not to everyone's taste, so a purified one is available on the market. Lanolin has softening and healing properties.

It is used for manufacturing:

Hand cream

Ointment for nipple healing of nursing women

Input percentage - 4-5% of the total mass

Lecithin it is a compound of phospholipids and other substances that are beneficial to the skin. It is obtained from the yolks of chicken eggs, sunflower seeds, soybeans. Lecithin lipids are related to skin lipids. In make-up and skin care cosmetics, lecithin is used both as an active additive and as an emulsifier. As an active ingredient in cosmetics, lecithin is used for softening. It has a tonic and moisturizing effect on the skin, helps to restore its barrier functions and prevents moisture evaporation from deep layers, activates lipid metabolism in the skin, softens it, and optimizes the function of the sebaceous glands. Lecithin cream gives a slight stickiness to the touch. The leticin cream is bubble-free.

It is applied for:

Hand cream
Heel and Elbow Care Cream

Input percentage:

as an active additive - 0.5-3%,

as an emulsifier - 3-20%.

Shelf life:cosmetics with lecithin deteriorate very quickly (7 days in the refrigerator is the maximum), of course, you can use a preservative to increase the term.

Important! Lecithin in urea cream can form N-nitroso compounds

Montanov (Montanov) - a new generation nonionic emulsifier based on alkyl polyglucosides and fatty alcohols, obtained from plant biomass. Emulsifier, makes it possible to create emulsions with "liquid crystals". This means that a drop of oil is in a drop of water, which in turn contains its own drop of oil, and so on. As a result of application, a thick and rich cream-gel is obtained.

It is applied for:

Face cream gel
Emulsions for light cream

Application technology:

The emulsifier is heated separately in a separate container, after complete dissolution, the oil phase is added to the emulsifier. Mix everything well and add the aqueous phase. Mix everything again and only then begin to beat. Gradually, you will find that the mixture emulsifies and thickens. Having reached a dense consistency, we put the mixture in the refrigerator. After 10 minutes we take it out and beat again.

Input percentage 1-5% of the total mass

Contraindications:Not known

Methyl cellulose(Methyl cellulosa) - has gelling, emulsifying, stabilizing properties. Used as a gelling agent.

Niccolipid - emulsifier. It is a functional lipid complex composed primarily of bathyl alcohol and refined soy lecithin. The structure of this emulsifier is similar to the structure of sebum, so products based on it are excellent for dry and sensitive skin, help to cope with inflammation and improve skin relief.

It is applied for:

Moisturizing cosmetics
Face masks

Sensitive skin cream
Dry skin cream
Anti-inflammatory ointment

Cooking technology: Add the emulsifier to the oily phase, heat the oily phase and the water phase separately in a water bath to a temperature of 75 degrees C. Mix the water phase with the oily phase and beat moderately until it cools down to -35 degrees.

Input percentagethe amount of oil phase 7 - 15% (lotion) - 1.5%,

the amount of the oil phase is more than 15% (cream) - 3.5% .: add to the oil phase

The dosage is between 1.5 and 3.5%.

Contraindications: not known

Neem Wax - NeemWax- natural ecological "green" emulsifier. Substance obtained by oil fractionation tree nimknown as antibacterial and strong anti-inflammatory for the skin. Thus, it is not just a standard emulsifier, but a real active ingredient for oily skin. Allows you to create a light, snow-white cream.

It is applied for:

For the manufacture of cosmetics for oily skin.
Hair balm
Therapeutic ointment

Contraindications: not known

Olivem 1000 (Olivem 1000) — natural plant non-ionic emulsifier of a new generation. Made from olive oil. It is a complex combination of fatty acids, chemically similar to the lipid composition of the skin. It is a unique structure, endowed with the ability to restore and maintain the integrity of the skin barrier. Allows you to create liquid crystal emulsions. Possesses high moisturizing properties. The fatty acids that make up this emulsifier are analogous to the fatty layer of the skin. Very soft and suitable for all skin types, Olive cream is light and nourishing at the same time. An excellent conductor of active ingredients into the deep layers of the skin. Restores elasticity and improves skin tone. Prevents the formation of pigmentation. Has optimal protection.

It is applied for:

Dry skin cream
Cream for aging skin
for creating sunscreen and after-sun products: moisturizes, prevents pigmentation, has optimal SPF protection

SPF - (Sun Protection Factor) This is a sun protection factor. Shows the effectiveness of protection, the duration of safe exposure to sunlight. Yes, if used on the face, then some scientists do not recommend exposing it to the sun, although many argue on this issue, based on dosages mainly

Input percentage

High viscosity oil / water creams 3-5%;
Low viscosity oil / water lotions 1.5% - 3%.

Contraindications:Not known

Polavax (emulsion wax) - emulsifier. It is a mixture of potassium salts of phosphoric acid esters and higher fatty alcohols of the same fraction. The composition of the emulsifier makes it close to lecithin and cephalin, which are part of sebum. It has an effective emollient effect on the skin. Prevents water loss, does not leave a greasy feeling on the skin. It can act as a co-emulsifier in a small amount (about 2%) to the main emulsifiers in the formulation. This will only enhance the stability and consistency of the final product. It is the most common and easy-to-use emulsifier, which allows the creation of stable emulsions of various densities. It softens and moisturizes the skin well, the cream with it remains in its original form for a long time.

It is applied for:

Cream for all skin types

Input percentage is 2-7%.

Contraindications: Not known

Beeswax - natural emulsifier, bee waste product. The emulsion turns out to be quite dense and hard on the skin. Therefore, it is recommended for night nourishing and winter creams. Beeswax gives the mixtures emollient and anti-inflammatory properties.

It is used for making:

cleansers
creams and lotions
emollient and protective creams
lip balms
nail care products
sunscreen

Input percentage:
Standard dosage: 2-10%.
As part of creams - up to 5%.
In balms and lipsticks - up to 10%

Purton - refers to the diethyl amides of coconut fatty acids. Influences the viscosity of emulsions and jellies, serves as a compensating agent for the lack of fat.

Sucrose stearate (Ester de sucre or Sucrose stearate orSucroseestersoffattyacids or Sucrose ester) This is a completely natural product as it consists of common nutrients - sugar and fat or fatty acids. Made from palm oil and beetroot. In appearance, it is white, sometimes with yellowness, powder or granules. Combines with starch components. Acidity level: - no more than 8.5-10, 5% solution - 9.8.

It has moisturizing properties, relieves irritation, has the properties of a stabilizer, a non-ionic co-emulsifier. Penetrates well into the skin, antiseptic. It has little effect on the absorbency of the cream, but when it is used, there is no "stearic" effect - sensations on the skin after application. Good for light day creams.

It is used for manufacturing:

Cosmetics for cleansing the skin
Makeup base creams
Decorative cosmetics (foundation)

Input percentage in the emulsion from 5% to 20% in the aqueous phase of the cream, with the cold method up to 40 degrees C. When heated, makes the emulsion thick.
Application technology: Not recommended for use as a mono-emulsifier. Since a large percentage of input is required, which does not have a very beneficial effect on the properties of the final product. As a co-emulsifier, sucrose stearate improves the properties of the final product.
Storage: In a dark place protected from moisture and air

Attention! not compatible with hemp oil

Stearate - a synthetic structure-forming component, used in the cosmetic field as a thickener.

Emulsan -emulsifier. consists of part of grape sugar and part of palmitic and stearic fatty acids. Great for dry skin, creates long-lasting light emulsions. Emulsan gives all skin types a pleasant, smooth feeling, moisturizes and protects the skin while caring for it.

It is used for manufacturing:

Cream base for cosmetics
Dry skin cream
Skin relief cream

Input percentage 2-8% of the total mass

Contraindications:Not known

Thickeners - co-emulsifiers

Xanthan (polysaccharide, xanthan gum) - an emulsifier resulting from the fermentation of glucose. It is used as a thickener and gelling agent in creams, gels and other cosmetics. Possesses moisturizing properties. Provides a lifting effect, makes the skin more elastic.

Silicone (silicone polymer) Dimetichon 556- it is used as a component that improves the structure and compatibility of various ingredients in the formulation, since it exhibits emulsifying properties and regulates the required viscosity of a cosmetic product. It has a mild moisturizing and protective effect on the skin.

Simulgel 600 - pre-neutralized liquid polymer-gelling agent, based on the concept of “Unfolding Drops Technology”, ready for use in creams and gels. It emulsifies well with light liquid oils such as aloe and hazelnut oil. Forms stable gels with oil components (oil in water) without the presence of other emulsifiers. Stability of oil-gel compositions at a concentration of 3% simulgel and 10% oils. Suitable for preparation of products without heating phases ("cold method") and recipes with components for which heating is unacceptable. Provides a pleasant tactile sensation when applied to the skin.

It is applied for:

Face cream
Face gel
Hand cream

Application technology:

Cold method. Add to the water portion, stirring, wait until it disperses and gel forms. Add water-soluble additives, stir. If the gel is not viscous enough, add another portion of simulgel.

Add the oil part, stir well (you can use a mixer, but avoid driving air bubbles into the cream). Up to 12% oils can be added as much as possible. Heating up to 60ºC is allowed.

Tegomulse is an excellent co-emulsifier in combination with cetyl alcohol or shea butter (shea butter). It is obtained from algae and is used in both the cosmetic and food industries. Emulsion with Tegomuls is very light, absorbs well, does not leave a greasy film.

It is used for manufacturing:

Face cream
Lotion
Ice cream (in the food industry)

Application technology:

The melting point is about 65 degrees C.

Input percentage is no more than 5%.

Cetyl alcohol - co-emulsifier - obtained from palmitic acid, the main constituent of palm seed oil, which is treated with liquid gas to remove free oxygen atoms. Possesses high moisturizing properties. Cetyl alcohol is used as a co-emulsifier to reduce the fat content of the cream. The cream turns out to be not as greasy as with other emulsifiers: polavax, olive, ecomulse. Does not cause irritation, does not clog pores. The cream is very stable.

It is applied for:

Light emulsions
Creams for oily skin
Creams for dry and normal skin
Nutritious cream

Application technology:

It should be melted in the fat phase together with other oils, then the emulsion preparation process is standard

Input percentage is 0.5-6%

Gel - 7% sucrose and 3% cetyl alcohol.

Nourishing cream - wax-3%, cetyl alcohol -3%, sucrose stearate 7%The percentage of input of components into the emulsion for the cream with your own hands. Dosages. School of Cremovar. Adding Preservatives to Creams, Part 5.

Cremovar School. DIY cream. How to make a cream at home. How to make cosmetics with your own hands. Creaming. DIY cosmetics.

You can buy cosmetics with synthetic ingredients in the store without unnecessary hassle, and if you want to try doing something yourself, then

First of all, you need to learn how to create USEFUL cosmetics.
Understand what is useful to add to a natural cream and what is not.
Know what is good for YOU and what is not.
Place for making homemade cosmetics, dishes, tools and hands - must be sterile!
Be prepared for the fact that YOUR cream will cost more than a purchased one. And if you decide to save money on the production of homemade cream, then most likely this is not your way!

Pros of a homemade cream:

You are always confident in the composition of your cream.
You can protect your skin from the harmful ingredients of industrial creams. For example, hormones or toxic substances.
You can change the ingredients to suit the characteristics of your skin.
You can always have a natural fresh cream on hand.
Your friends and relatives will always expect a gift from you.

Cons of homemade cream:

Sometimes the cream is obtained with a short shelf life.
There is a risk of purchasing expired components.
You can, for ignorance, "stuff" into the cream what should not be.
The finished cream will have to be tested on your own skin.
Your friends and relatives will always expect gifts from you.

... well, that's all, perhaps!

To avoid the "Cons" when making homemade cosmetics, carefully read all parts and all parts

Eleven rules of "KREMOVAR"

Rule first and foremost: Love yourself and what you are passionate about.

Second. Study theory. Find out the truth by separating out questionable data.

There are networks for the buyer on the Internet, and many come across them. There is a lot of unverified information on how to prepare cosmetics yourself. Many manufacturers are interested in selling cream components. Some people lie ... or just hold back the information. Find out for yourself what to do and how. Trust only serious forums and large sites offering natural products. Ask independent experts about the properties of emulsifiers and preservatives. Even the most harmless ingredients, at first glance, if the percentage is not observed, can harm your skin - disrupt metabolism, destroy the hydrolipid balance, and cause an allergic reaction.

Third. Consider your skin condition and season.

If you decide to create a homemade cream, then first, determine the condition of your skin. The cream must match her type. It is known that the skin can be dry, oily, withering, childish, problematic, etc.

Remember that the Cream must be created taking into account the weather and the season. : winter, summer, off-season.The cream for the cold season is significantly different in composition from the summer cream, intended for cooling and protection from the sun.

Fourth. Analyze.

Having collected all the data on the type of skin, the state of nature-weather, carefully analyze what you want to get as a result of your creativity - fat cream, light emulsion, cleansing milk, mousse or gentle gel. Determine immediatelywhat functional load do you want to give to your cosmetic product.

You can do:

Day cream as a base for cosmetics.
Nourishing night cream.
Whitening cream for freckles and pigmentation.
Healing cream for problem skin.
Hand cream, moisturizing.
Cream - scrub for heels.
Delicate eye cream.
After shave cream.
Baby cream.
etc…

Fifth. Choose the right ingredients.

After you have decided what you want to get the result, you need to choose the right ingredients. At first glance, an "inexperienced chemist", it is simple - you take a recipe from the Internet and that's it! If so, then counters with ready-made cosmetics would have disappeared from the fields of commerce long ago.

This is a very important step. Any deviation can lead to the failure of all your efforts. And your cream will work, at best, as an essential oil base for bathing.

Please note that not all ingredients are suitable for making a cream at home.

If you haven't quit reading yet and are still here, then I have good news for you! you will be able to find out details about the ingredients, find the names of substances, dosage recommendations and technologies for the use of a particular substance. You can find out what the benefits of the components can be and what are the contraindications for use. This will help you decide on the composition of the recipe for your individual cream yourself.

Green Sachet - the online store has recently significantly expanded the range of products for creaming.

Sixth. Be humble in your wishes, especially at the beginning of the journey.

Do not try to apply all the possibilities at once. Do something very simple to begin with and test how it affects your skin. An excessive amount of components can cause an individual intolerance, an allergic reaction. Some greasy oils can clog pores and cause comedones. It is possible that this is not “your” composition of the cream, but it will be difficult to determine in time what the reaction is. Therefore, add components gradually and as problems arise. To start with, use 2-3 active ingredients.

Move from simple to complex. It is better to first try making a greasy cream, and then move on to lighter textures.

Seventh. Observe the dosage.

Do a small amount if you are not sure about the proposed recipe and how the cream will behave on your skin. It is recommended for beginners to take the simplest and most inexpensive components in order to get their master class. With experience, you will be able to increase production volumes and create a cream not only for yourself, but also for your loved ones.

Keep in mind that the cream is made on a percentage basis. Always consider the density of the ingredients. If the recipe is offered in different dimensions, then convert them to percent.Remember that all components have their own mass, which is independent of volume. For example, oil is heavier than water. A teaspoon of water and a teaspoon of oil are not the same thing. .

For example, Heel cream differs from eye cream primarily in the amount of fatty oils. The lighter you make the emulsion, the more liquid should be in it, and the more water, the more preservatives are required.

Eighth. Buy ingredients carefully.

Buy ingredients only from trusted suppliers . When buying ingredients for your cream, be sure to ask about expiration dates. Find out the nature of the product, what the ingredient consists of, what origin it is, what effect it has on the skin, how it is compatible with other ingredients. This will save you money and effort, and most importantly, you will not harm your skin.

Ninth. Do a skin test.

Test all ingredients for individual intolerances. If an ingredient, such as lemon juice or honey, causes you an allergic reaction, then 99% that it will provoke a reaction on the skin. It is known that some substances are not compatible, therefore they can react with the release of an additional substance. Therefore, the cream must be done carefully using product compatibility data. The finished cream is the same - you need to test!

You can make a test like this:Apply a small amount to the crease of the elbow joint. Track within 2-3 hours whether there is a reaction or not. If there is redness, itching, swelling, rash, and sometimes respiratory indicators: runny nose, cough. It is better not to use this component. Eliminate it from the recipe and find what works for you. The test for children is done under the spatula on the back.

Tenth. Be careful.

Everything should be like in an operating room! Clean hands, sterile instruments. Sterilize all containers and tools over steam by boiling and rubbing with alcohol. Before the procedure, be sure to wear latex gloves or wipe with alcohol. Rinse thoroughly any plants you choose to use in your cosmetics.
Do not use your finger while trying the cream. To do this, you can purchase a special glass spatula or disposable spatulas.
To prepare an emulsion under the cream, use only clean water without harmful impurities.
Use porcelain, wood or glass pestles to grind loose components, herbs, gums.
Do not use metal containers. They can cause oxidation.
Apply cream only to cleansed skin.

Eleventh. Store properly.

Store raw materials correctly as required by storage conditions.
The cream should be stored in a porcelain, ceramic or glass jar. Plastic packaging is not suitable for storage. Store homemade cosmetics in the refrigerator if made with a herbal preservative. On average, the shelf life is 3-4 weeks. If you used a preservative in the recipe, then your cream can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 years.

Every day there are more and more new and improved formulations of creams for various purposes, but this makes it much more relevant to complete a creative approach, a procedure that allows you to make a decent cream at home, even better if according to the grandmother's proven, reliable recipes for centuries. Homemade creams are good because when creating them, we can choose the most suitable ingredients for our skin and at the same time remain confident in their quality and environmental friendliness. In this article, we will look at how easy and simple it is to prepare face cream at home.

Tips for Beginner Creamers are simple: out of all the abundance of possible components of the future cream, which we plan to make at home, it is necessary to carefully choose only those ingredients that do not cause any manifestations of allergies (from rashes to scabies) and whose quality leaves no doubt about their authenticity. This is the most significant advantage of a self-made cream.

The main principles of making healing creams with your own hands:

use only ceramic and glassware, avoiding touching metal;
stock up on the necessary tools in advance (a whisk for quick whipping, a thermometer for liquids);
heat ingredients exclusively with a steam bath;
do not heat the cream to a temperature above 60 degrees;
for greater convenience in measuring volumes of oils and waxes, they can be crushed into chips or shavings;
continue whipping homemade cream until it cools completely;
be sure to test the resulting cream on the sensitive skin of the wrist;
the safety of the cream can only be ensured by the refrigerator and for no longer than one week;
any essential oils are added to the cream not earlier than it cools down to a temperature of about 25 degrees (otherwise, their smell will be changed, and most of the healing properties are lost);
ready-made homemade creams are transferred into sterile glass jars from purchased creams used earlier.

Homemade cream base recipe:

the maximum in volume is selected solid butter, for example, cocoa or coconut or mango in the amount of 50 g;
20 ml of liquid oils with properties different from the main one are added to the base oil (this is done so that the effect of the finished cream is more versatile): macadamia or peach seed, sea buckthorn or amaranth;
the introduction of 5 g of flower wax (tuberose or jasmine, mimosa or violet) or beeswax makes the cream harder and the skin is noticeably silky.

It will be easy to create nourishing and moisturizing creams at home on such a basis: you just need to add special ingredients that will further enrich the composition with their properties.

Moisturizing cream preferably used in hot summer months when the skin is often dehydrated.

Recipe for a moisturizer with badger oil to prevent flaking:

add 1 tbsp of badger fat;
pour 2 tablespoons of St. John's wort oil;
add 1 tsp of rose wax;
add 3 drops of vitamins A and E.

Lecithin Moisturizer Recipe:

pour 6 tsp of distilled or boiled water;
add 2 tsp of lecithin;
add 1 tsp of castor oil;
add 1 tsp of glycerin;
add 3 ml of propolis tincture and 3 ml of aloe juice.

Revitalizes and heals skin prone to dryness.

Nourishing face cream at home

Nourishing creams it is better to use it in cold winter time, when the skin is mercilessly exposed to the thinning effect of wind and frost.

Recipe for a nourishing noble face cream:

take 200 g of homemade fat sour cream;
introduce squeezed and strained juice of a small lemon;
pour in 100 ml of cologne (better "Triple");
add 100 ml of medical alcohol;
enrich 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed cucumber juice;
grind 2 fresh yolks of domestic chickens (or 4 yolks of quails);
add 1/2 tsp of vitamin A;
put 1 tsp of flower honey;
enrich with 2 drops of jasmine essential oil and 1 drop of sweet orange essential oil.

When using, do not forget about the royal posture and watch how the cream not only improves the skin of the face, but gives pride to the gait.

Recipe for Night Nutrient Rowan Cream:

Soften 1 tbsp of ghee;
grind with 1 yolk;
add 1 tbsp of fresh rowan berries, crushed into gruel;
put 1 teaspoon of buckwheat honey.

After beating with a whisk until completely homogeneous, it can be used as a mask or as a night cream before bed.

Calendula Nourishing Cream Recipe:

pour dry calendula flowers with sesame or olive oil in a ratio of 1:10 and leave for 10 days;
in 2 tablespoons of strained oil tincture of calendula flowers, add 2 tsp of flower or beeswax and melt in a water bath;
pour in 1 tbsp of corn oil;
add 1 tsp of glycerin.

After long stirring until the composition is homogeneous, it is used to nourish dry skin, especially in cold weather.

Anti-aging creams at home

They are created with the full feeling that a little more and your talent will be comparable to the capabilities of perfumer Patrick Suskind, because our site will enrich your intellectual baggage with knowledge of how to prepare an anti-aging cream at home.

Recipe for anti-aging wrinkle cream with honey and iodine:

take 1 tbsp of castor oil;
pour 2 drops of iodine alcohol tincture;
add 1 tsp of buckwheat honey;
add 1 tsp of cosmetic petroleum jelly.

Can be stored in any dark place after thorough mixing.

Recipe for a rejuvenating anti-wrinkle cream with juice of herbs and flowers:

take 1 tbsp of freshly squeezed juice taken in equal proportions of jasmine and rose petals, nettle leaves, currants and parsley;
heat 1 tbsp of rice or sesame oil in a water bath;
add 1 teaspoon of planed flower or beeswax;
add 1 tsp of vitamin A;
pour 1 tsp of warm (closer to hot) boiled water.

The whipping process should not be interrupted until the anti-aging cream has completely cooled.

Anti-wrinkle stimulating cream recipe:

grind 6 quail yolks (they are healthier than chicken);
add 1 tablespoon of flaxseed oil and continue beating;
pour 200 ml of cream;
add strained juice from two lemons;
add 250 ml of boiled water (when it was hot, the pulp and peels of two lemons, whose juice we had already used, was poured with it);
pour in 150 ml of camphor alcohol;
put 1 tbsp of buckwheat honey;
after shaking, bring the volume to 500 ml with boiled water.

The most pleasant moment in making a stimulating anti-wrinkle cream is that, given its considerable volume, you can make your closest friends happy by sharing with them the opportunity to store the mixture in a cold and dark place and use it, shaking it first.

Lifting cream recipe:

take 75 ml of sesame oil;
add 25 ml of aloe vera gel;
add 3 ml of DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol in liquid form), which actively makes the skin firm and lightens unwanted pigmentation spots.

The main component of this cream is DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol), the properties of which provide visible visually lifting.

If we decide that we are doing eye creams with our own hands, then it is worth considering the thinness of the skin in this area, so we will choose an oil that is easily absorbed.

Eye cream recipe:

take 2 tablespoons of sesame oil;
pour 1 tsp of chamomile oil into it;
add 1 tsp of primrose oil;
mix with 3 drops of rose essential oil.

Whisk thoroughly and apply with light patting with fingertips before bed.

Recipe for a gentle cream that helps reduce wrinkles in the eye area:

Heat 50 ml of apricot oil to a temperature not exceeding 60 degrees;
pour in 2 tablespoons of jojoba oil;
add 1 tsp of avocado oil;
1 tsp flower wax;
50 ml rose water;
1/4 tbsp borax;
5 drops of rose essential oil.

After uniform mixing of all components and cooling, apply the cream to the pads of warm fingers and spread with gentle cotton in the area of \u200b\u200bthe formed wrinkles and around them.

Cucumber Eye Gel Recipe:

take 50 ml of strained and still warm broth of calendula (1 tsp of ground calendula per 100 ml of water);
add 0.5 tbsp of starch and heat, stirring continuously, until a jelly-like solution is formed;
pour 2 tablespoons of cucumber juice squeezed through 5 layers of gauze into the cooled jelly;
beat until smooth with 50 ml of aloe vera gel.

Tired eyes will look healthy and radiant after using this gel.

Recipe for a nourishing lavender eye serum:

take 60 ml of jojoba oil;
add 15 ml of avocado oil to it;
add 15 ml of grape seed oil;
to enhance the healing effect of the cream, add 7 drops of lavender essential oil;
4 drops of jasmine essential oil.

Use the serum, gently applying to sensitive skin in the eye area

The even smoothness of delicate skin is the main concern of modern beauties, which is why an anti-cellulite cream created at home is so relevant. Almost every recipe for homemade anti-cellulite cream includes coffee, the use of which leads to the rapid breakdown of fats. Sea salt, which is able to rid the body of unnecessary toxins and slagging, is also often found in the recipe. Extracts of green tea and algae such as spirulina or kelp stimulate visible volume reduction. The presence of essential oils in the homemade cream not only makes its smell pleasant to a specific person who will use it, but also, due to its synergistic action with other components, enhances the effect of coffee, salt and algae.

Anti-cellulite oil cream recipe:

take 30 ml of rosehip seed oil;
add 10 drops of geranium essential oil;
enrich with 10 drops of juniper essential oil.

The more regular and deep your self-massage with this homemade cream, the less problems and bumpy areas will remain on your beautiful body.

Anti-cellulite cream recipe with mummy:

5 mummy tablets are thoroughly crushed into a fine powder;
dilute with 1 tsp of lukewarm water until dissolved;
add 5 drops of essential oils of juniper and grapefruit;
pour the resulting mixture into 70 ml of cocoa butter melted on a steam bath and 5 g of rose or beeswax;
pour in 10 ml of glycerin and 5 ml of green tea extract.

The mass is whipped until plastic homogeneity and then applied in the morning and evening on the skin heated by the shower with massaging movements.

Sunscreen recipe:

take 3 tablespoons of sesame oil;
add 1 tbsp of cocoa butter;
add 1 tbsp of jojoba oil;
add 1 tablespoon of walnut or almond oil;
pour in 1 tsp of soy liquid lecithin;
add 1 tbsp of flower or beeswax;
add 1 tbsp of oil;
add 1 tsp of coconut oil;
pour in 1 tbsp of avocado oil;
add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
add 20 drops of carrot seed oil;
add 2 tablespoons of lavender or jasmine hydrolant, or rose;
add 1/2 tsp borax.

If you apply this homemade sunscreen 30 minutes before your planned sun exposure, your skin will stay youthful and fresh for a long time.

Diy foundation recipe:

take 7 g of an emulsifier (thickener) for our foundation (it can be agar-agar or glycerin, glyceryl or silk guar);
4 g sucrose stearate;
3 g planta M;
4 ml avocado oil;
4 ml sesame oil;
3 g of hemp;
2 g of Japanese camellia (sasanqua);
3 ml cucumber seed oil;
25 ml of calendula broth;
25 ml of chamomile broth;
25 ml of St. John's wort broth;
1 g D-Panthenol;
1 g fish oil;
1 g aqueous propolis tincture;
3 g horsetail extract;
1.5 g WILLOWHERBTM (antibacterial);
1 g of dimethicone;
1 g Allantoin powder to relieve skin irritation;
1 g of preservative potassium sorbate.
2 drops of lime essential oil;
2 drops of rosemary essential oil;
2 drops of myrtle essential oil.

After heating in a water bath and thoroughly mixing the components of the foundation, add 10 g of mineral powder of a suitable shade, and the cream is completely ready.

disadvantages self-made creams:

sharply limited shelf life (about only one week);
the need to develop confident skills in arranging the desired ingredients and whipping them into a non-flaking smooth mass;
lack of gel imagery and lightness;
the presence of an oil film after use;
it is possible to clog the pores in a shorter time and, as a result, more often you may need to clean your face.

Advantages hand-made creams:

availability of only high quality environmentally friendly components;
maximum antiallergenicity in relation to your skin;
the disadvantage in the form of a short shelf life smoothly flows into a great advantage in the form of constant freshness of the cream;
low cost;
the opportunity to make unique gifts, lovingly created with your own hands.

Everyone has the right to choose a purchased or homemade cream he likes more; he prefers the simplicity of buying a ready-made cream, or he is fascinated by the very process of creativity in the manufacture of a small home miracle. In any case, sometimes life does not give us a choice and, trying to avoid allergies or possible toxicity, we inevitably choose to make homemade cream with our own hands.

Girls who set up "cosmetic laboratories" at home may seem freaky from the outside. Indeed, why waste time when store shelves are replete with ready-made skin care products? However, this is only a superficial glance. In fact, there are many reasons to make a face cream at home. Hand-made cosmetics are sometimes safer and more effective than industrial ones. In addition, an exclusive product is obtained, made for the individual needs of a particular woman.

Creams produced by cosmetic companies contain inert, that is, "passive" substances. They add volume to the product, but they are useless for the body. This is at its best. In the worst case, components may be found that do not have a harmful effect only under certain storage conditions. And these conditions are not always met ...

The industrial cream gets a pleasant smell and delicate structure thanks to fragrances and emulsifiers. These components also do not affect the condition of the skin. It is also important to understand that with the indicated storage periods (up to several years), active substances lose their beneficial qualities much faster. As a result, a person uses a means, as they say, “for show”.

Face cream at home: pros and cons

All this makes homemade face cream more popular than the store-bought one. However, hand-made cosmetics are "not without sin". Before you start making a product, you need to assess your capabilities. Will you be able to comply with the recipe and dosage? Do you have enough patience? It is also important to understand the benefits of home care products and be aware of the possible risks.

6 pluses

Homemade face creams have a number of advantages compared to purchased ones. There are six main advantages.

Verified composition... You will know exactly what is in the composition of the product, because you personally carry out the casting of the ingredients. As a result, add only what you consider to be effective and harmless.
Only "off the assembly line"... You will always use a fresh product, since the shelf life of home cosmetics is short. The maximum is two weeks.
The required volume. You can prepare any portion of the cream. Test version - in small quantities. And if it fits, you can do more at once.
Affordable price . Compared to branded skincare products, homemade creams are cheaper. Even if in the beginning it will be necessary to spend money on the purchase of the necessary components, they are enough for a long time.
The ability to experiment... You can easily adjust the composition of the cream by adding a little more or a little less active ingredients the next time you try additional ingredients.
Original gift... Home-made cosmetics can be presented to relatives and friends, having gained, of course, some experience in manufacturing.

6 cons

Along with the advantages, there are certain disadvantages of home cosmetics. You should know about them before you start manufacturing. There are six main nuances.

You need to find "your" formula... Does the cream recipe sound perfect, with the ingredients best suited to your skin? Do not rush to rejoice. It may turn out that the cream that suits someone is ineffective in your case. Or the ingredients do not interact well with each other. It may take more than one experiment to find the right formula.
Component costs... The question of costs follows from the previous paragraph - time, effort, money. You may have to spend more than one day and a lot of ingredients until you "fill your hand". Therefore, the development of technology can be a lengthy process and cost a pretty penny.
Allergy risk. Due to the high concentration of active ingredients in the composition, the product can cause an allergic reaction.
"Heavy" consistency... It is unlikely that a gentle and lightweight face cream can be prepared at home. Unlike store products, your product will turn out to be quite oily, with a strong smell, and a heavier texture. It's all about the absence of industrial emulsifiers that are used in the production of creams and give it "lightness".
Short shelf life... The short shelf life of homemade creams is not only a plus, but also a minus. The contents of the cream tubes need to be constantly updated. And if you miss the moment, you will smear yourself with an expired product.
It may not work the first time... Creaming is a specific process that requires certain skills. You need to be prepared that the first cream will come out "lumpy".

Making a face cream at home can be quite fun and bring not only the expected result, but also a lot of positive emotions. So it's worth a try. Just for a start, it is better to choose an uncomplicated recipe - with a small number of components and simple technology.

Cream making tools

The future cremovar needs to acquire a certain set of tools. The list is not long, it is easy and inexpensive to purchase everything you need. To make a face cream at home, you will need these items.

Make sure you have the ingredients in advance. Some of them are sold at the pharmacy. But not all. It is better to look for special components in specialized online stores. There are plenty of such sites today. After all, handmade cosmetics are in demand, and for girls, cream and soap making has become not only a hobby, but also a source of additional income.

6 main components and their effect

Whatever face cream you decide to prepare, with all the variety of recipes, there are common groups of components. There are six in total. Within the framework of which the necessary ingredients are already selected for dry, oily, sensitive skin.

Water. It makes up about 60% of any cream. The component is required, but replaceable. For example, a decoction of herbs. If just water is taken, then only distilled.
Oily base. Otherwise - base oil, 30% in the composition. It is this that gives the product its oiliness and helps the active substances to penetrate inside. For dry skin, apricot, peach, jojoba oils are suitable. Fatty - almonds, grape seeds. Sensitive - lemon, sea buckthorn, burdock.
Active substances... They occupy 5-8%. This is what you need to cook a face cream for. The active ingredient moisturizes dry skin. Relieves inflammation and dries up oily. Soothes and strengthens the sensitive. The active substances are vitamins in liquid form, yeast, bee products, plant extracts.
Essential oils . Due to the strong effect, they are used in small quantities, up to ten drops. They flavor the cream, enrich it with useful substances, and protect it from "bad" microflora. For owners of sensitive skin, rosewood and verbena oils are suitable. Oily skin will be made healthier by oils of lemon, bergamot, grapefruit. And dry sandalwood, jasmine oils will saturate.
Emulsifier. The cream contains 2-3% of it. It is necessary to create homogeneous compounds from immiscible liquid substances. Yolks and egg whites, lecithin, wax, alcohol, stearic acid are used as emulsifiers.
Preservatives. Needed to save funds. They counteract the development of microbes. Preservatives for homemade creams are usually essential oils, plant extracts - chamomile, lemon, eucalyptus.

If you use solid ingredients when creating a homemade cream, you can grind them. For example, this is how wax is processed. This will help to melt the component faster, and also more accurately measure the amount.

Cooking procedure: 8 steps

To make a natural face cream at home, you must follow the correct procedure. You are only eight steps away from the result.

Base and water - "to the bathhouse"... Put the enamelled container on fire, filling it with water. This is for a water bath. Place glass bowls in it, one of which contains base oil, and the other contains distilled water or a decoction of herbs.
Observe the temperature... Heat, measuring the temperature, to 60 ° C.
Plus an emulsifier. Then add an emulsifier to the oil, stir until dissolved.
Stir. Combine the contents of the bowls while continuing to heat and stir well to one side.
Cool slightly. Remove the homogeneous mixture from a container with hot water into a container with cold water.
Whisk. This should be done by periodically measuring the temperature until it drops to 35 ° C.
Plus assets and ether... Add active ingredients and essential oil drop by drop.
Put in the cold... Stir or lightly beat and transfer to a jar. You need to store such a product in the refrigerator.

Simple recipes for beginner creamers

Experienced cremovar girls masterfully combine various ingredients, experiment with dosages. It is better for a beginner to start using the simplest recipes. Such, for example, as described below.

Oatmeal on glycerin

Features. Minimum ingredients and minimum effort. The product can be used on any skin. It has a cleansing and refreshing effect.

How to cook

Heat 10 g of glycerin in a water bath.
Pour in the same amount of oatmeal, which must be grinded in advance.
Pour fresh strawberry or cucumber juice or chamomile broth into the mixture. Volume - 50 ml.
Remove from heat, beat. Preferably with a blender.
Cool, put in a cool place.

Peach option

Features:... Such a simple recipe is suitable for all skin types. A fairly light consistency will help the product absorb well, toning and moisturizing the skin.

How to cook

Combine 5 g of lanolin (wool wax) and 2 ml of peach oil in a container.
Preheat in a water bath to 40 ° C.
Pour in 10 ml of water, stir, remove from heat.
Cool, transfer to container.

Nutritious without heating

Features. The skin, which is exposed to the harmful effects of cold, dust, sun, needs special nutrition. An elementary cream in preparation will help the face become healthier and fresher. The product is recommended for application at night for women over 40 years of age.

How to cook

Beat a whole chicken egg.
Pour in 80 ml of heavy cream, 10 ml of liquid honey, two drops of tea tree oil.
Mix well.

With lifting effect

Features:... This nourishing face cream at home can also have a lifting effect. Recommended for aging skin.

How to cook

Combine 10 ml of lanolin, 5 ml of honey, 5 ml of almond oil in a glass or enamel bowl.
Put to warm, stir until smooth.
Cool while stirring.
Transfer to a glass container.

With almonds against oily sheen

Features. This product will nourish the skin of the face while relieving it of grease. For oily sensitive skin, just a godsend.

How to cook

Heat 20 g of beeswax in a water bath.
Add 60 ml almond or peach oil.
Dissolve half a teaspoon of borax (boric acid salt) separately in 30 ml of water in a water bath.
Mix the contents of both bowls, warm up.
Add 60 ml rose water, remove from heat.
Beat well and cool.

Moisturizing with honey

Features. This DIY moisturizer is made with lemon and honey. It can be used for both oily and dry skin.

How to cook

Heat 150 ml of olive oil and 50 ml of honey, not exceeding, to 50 ° C.
Combine 50 ml of glycerin and 150 ml of lemon juice.
Combine two mixtures, stir, remove from heat.
Stir in the yolk of one egg.
Go through with a mixer until smooth, adding five drops of camphor alcohol.
A moisturizer for your face at home can be stored not in the refrigerator, but simply in a cool place.

Rejuvenating ginger

Features. Ginger has a tonic and regenerating effect, together with other components of the cream, it helps to smooth the skin and prevent new wrinkles. Use for the face, as well as the neck, décolleté. Especially recommended for those over 50.

How to cook

Grate fresh ginger, squeeze the juice. The amount of juice is a tablespoon.
Melt 70 g of cocoa butter in a water bath.
Pour in two teaspoons of apricot and sesame oils.
Heat up to 60 ° C.
Add ginger juice and 5 ml of vitamin E oil solution.
Stir, warm up for a few minutes.
Store in a glass container in a dark place.

Anti-wrinkle beeswax

Features. Homemade anti-wrinkle cream is prepared on the basis of beeswax. The wax smoothes the skin, while the rest of the ingredients nourish and moisturize it. Suitable for aging skin, especially sensitive and oily skin.

How to cook

Pour 50 g of dried calendula with a glass of boiling water, cool, strain.
Melt 20 g of wax.
Mix the following oils with wax: 20 ml of almond, five drops of lemon, 25 ml of calendula.
Pour in 15 ml of lemon juice and calendula infusion.
Remove from heat, beat lightly until smooth.
Transfer to storage container.

Some ingredients in homemade creams are interchangeable. But not all. You can experiment with components of the same type. For example, instead of one aromatic oil, they take another. Or the infusion of one herb is replaced with a more suitable infusion. The base of the cream, the thick part, is better left as indicated in the recipe. Here substitutions can lead to unwanted chemical reactions of substances, unpredictable effects.

1208 Gelatin face mask for blackheads: how to achieve the effect of the sensational Black Mask show more

Undoubtedly, many leading companies in the production of cosmetics for care, produce creams that have a good effect and have a beneficial effect on skin cells.

In most cases, such creams contain a large amount of chemically synthesized substances, due to which a high efficiency of action is achieved.

The result obtained is not always beneficial for the long-term health of facial skin. In order to protect your skin from the negative effects of "chemistry" you can try to make a homemade one.

There are many advantages to homemade face cream compared to industrially produced ones:

the ability to define the components of the tool yourself allows you to choose only those that will benefit the skin;
the need to make a fresh product, and, accordingly, use only freshly prepared cream;
possibility change the recipe at the end of the shelf life of the previous cream, which allows you to use funds to achieve various effects. Week for rejuvenation, next week for skin nourishment, etc .;
occurrence allergic manifestations or side reactions are excluded, because the choice of products for the cream is carried out independently and is pre-checked;
despite the large number of devices required for the manufacture of the product, their price will be significantly lessthan creams with a similar industrial effect.

It is worth mastering the art of creaming, there is an opportunity to add beauty not only to yourself, but also to your loved ones, choosing an individual remedy for them.

Despite all of the above benefits, you should be aware of and a number of disadvantagesworth knowing:

hand-made creams, the consistency is significantly different from those possessed by purchased funds. At the exit, you can often get an oily, fatty mass with a strong odor. Such creams are more common, which causes inconvenience;
necessity check each component for sensitivity, otherwise you can get allergies from using the product;
given that the basis of creams is oils, then in addition to the benefits of the product, it turns out clogged pores... Using homemade cosmetics, you need to deep clean your face every week, otherwise it will lead to acne and acne.
the period during which the home cream can be stored, does not exceed a weekly period;
making facial skin care products at home requires some experimentation skills. Without preparation for such an activity, it is unlikely that it will be possible to do something of high quality..

How to make a face cream with your own hands?

No matter how complicated and painstaking the process may seem initially, after the first preparation of the cream everything will become much easier.

The essence of the process is to initially prepare each component separately, mix everything and place in a convenient container... The following tips will help you make your products:

For, to melt any ingredient, it is best to do this on a steam bath. This eliminates the risk that the product will burn.

Water can be replaced with herbal decoction, which can be selected to enhance the overall effect of the cream.
It is better to beat all the components while mixing them until the composition hardens.
Solid ingredients such as beeswax can be grated if necessary to weigh.
To ensure proper storage of the cream and not to worry about deterioration of the product, it is recommended to sterilize containers before filling them with cream.

Important: utensils and containers that will be used for creaming must be new and not used for other purposes.

Also worth stock up on the necessary tools in advancethat will be needed in the process:

Scales displaying grams.
Dining room and teaspoon.
A mixer, in some cases a whisk is enough.
Pharmacy syringe.
Glassware (bowls or cups).
Cosmetic jars for storage or purchased special containers.

The beneficial ingredients of homemade face cream

There are a lot of recipes in creamery. It is worth adhering to the manufacturing technology correctly and a high-quality, effective product is guaranteed. However, it is worth knowing basic componentsthat are used in such a case:

Important: the amount of base oil in the product must be at least 30% of the total mass.

The question of purchasing components for preparing a face care product is quite simple. Most of the products are available in markets or shops.

Especially, this applies to those creams that have only natural ingredients in the recipe. There are hardly any problems with their purchase. Their price is also acceptable and the purchase of all components will be at a price much lower than the purchase of the finished product.

If in some recipes there is a need to use chemical components, for example, glycerin, peroxide, vitamin complexes, then they can be purchased at a regular pharmacy.

Concerning essential oilsthen in this case it is better to have a trusted source of purchases that supplies quality goods. This is very important, because low-quality oil can cause undesirable consequences. A pharmacy stand is hardly suitable for such purchases.

Even purchasing all natural and high-quality ingredients, you can be sure about your spending. If you calculate the amount used to prepare the cream, then its price will be very small.... The rest of the ingredients can either be left until the next cooking (oil) or eaten. But you can make a 100% natural face cream.

Important: it is best to find out which products are suitable for the skin type individually before determining the recipe for making the cream. In this case, it is worth considering all the characteristics of the organism as a whole.

Cooking recipes

Finding recipes for face cream is a very exciting process, as is the preparation itself. When the choice of a particular recipe is made, it is best to start from the specific components indicated in it, and not from the description.

Knowing which products are suitable for the type of skin and individual characteristics of the body, a recipe is chosen. In addition, you must always strictly follow the instructions and adhere to the indicated proportions of the ingredients.

DIY day cream

The composition of the cream provides moisture to the skin, eliminate inflammation and matte the skin surface.

Night face cream at home

Let's try to do it ourselves. This cream requires:

Jojoba oil - 10 ml.
cocoa butter - 15 ml.
Olive oil - 50 ml.
Sandalwood (ether) - 2 drops.

For cooking, melt jojoba oil, to which cocoa butter and olive oil are added. After that, the oils are whipped with a mixer. Sandalwood is added while stirring. You can store the mixture at room temperature.

DIY homemade moisturizer

At home, you can make a fairly simple remedy for the face. Despite its modest composition, it has a deep moisturizing effect... Let's see how to do it.

Massage cream

The basis of the product can be baby cream, petroleum jelly or another odorless product with an identical consistency. Additional components can be either natural oils or herbal extracts.

The proportion for the cream is as follows:

The main component is 1 tbsp.
Essential oil - 3 drops.
If the selected additional component is an extract, then its amount is 1 tsp.

It is necessary to mix all the components so that they become a homogeneous mass. After this, you can fill a container with them and, if necessary, carry out a facial massage. This homemade facial massage cream should be applied about 1-2 times a week.

Homemade face cream for wrinkles

A very powerful lifting agent that stimulates the skin cells to remove wrinkles naturally.

It is recommended to use this lifting cream at home every day. or every other day before bedtime.

Nutritious

To prepare such a cream at home, you must:

Egg -1 pc.
Cream - 100 ml.
Honey - 10 ml.
Tea tree oil - 3 drops.

All components are mixed and immediately ready for use. This recipe is suitable for those who are starting creaming for the first time.

DIY rejuvenating face cream

It is worth applying the cream obtained according to this recipe before bed every day.

Homemade face cream - original recipes

Marlene Dietrich recipe

Cream with a firming and whitening effect... Owned by Marlene Dietrich's recipe that speaks for itself.

Ingredients:

Sour cream 21% fat - 25 g.
Lemon juice - 100 ml. If the skin is too sensitive to this component, then it can be omitted.
Yolk from one egg.
Tea tree oil.
Apricot oil.

How to make such a cream?

All the ingredients must be mixed and the cream can be used. Storage - in the refrigerator. Shelf life is 3 weeks. It is recommended to apply this cream every day at any time. It will give the best effect if applied before going to bed.

Shea butter cream can make the skin moisturized and smooth in a short period of time. Eliminates even the most severe flaking.

Shea butter (4 tablespoons) and camellia butter (2 tablespoons) are melted in a water bath. The components must be mixed during the melting process. After the oils have melted, add jasmine oil, rosemary or tangerine to your choice. The amount of oil is 3 drops. It is good to use beeswax as an additional component.

Important: if the skin has increased dryness, then tocopherol can be added to the product (1 capsule).

Homemade face cream with beeswax

For a beeswax-based anti-aging face cream, take the following ingredients:

Beeswax - 50 g.
Olive oil - 10 ml.
Coconut oil - 50 ml.
Liquid Vitamin E - 1/2 teaspoon.
Any essential oil - 15-20 drops.

It is better to choose an essential oil that does not have a strong odor. For example, rose oil, lavender or sage oil. You can even take several types of oils.

Egg recipe

Tea tree essential oil - 3 drops;
Honey - 1 teaspoon;
Heavy cream - 1 glass;
Egg - 1 pc.

Beat the egg. Add cream, honey (a source of vitamins and antiseptic substances) and essential oil. Mix everything well and store in the refrigerator for a maximum of three days. This cream is very good as a night cream.

Homemade zinc face cream

You will need:

Glycerin - 20 gr;
Zinc oxide - 20 g;
Starch - 10 gr;
Benzoin tincture - 3 ml;
Water - 10 ml.

Mix glycerin and zinc together, add potato starch, benzoic tincture, distilled water. Beat the mass with a mixer.

Useful video

Check out master classes on making homemade creams:

The process of making a face cream at home is not only very useful, but also interesting. Providing beauty and care to the skin of the face, every time there is an opportunity to improve skills and invent your own unique recipes.