Key Formulation Challenges in Lotion Products

Developing effective lotion products involves multiple formulation challenges. Key considerations include delivering sufficient moisturization without excessive heaviness, achieving a pleasant skin feel during and after application, and maintaining formulation stability over time.

Whitening Serum Inducing Transparent Skin

Formulation Table

Phase Ingredient INCI Purpose %
A Tocopheryl Acetate Improves skin transparency 0.10
SOLUBULE™ GS-01 PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 Solubilizer 0.60
GLYMOIST® EH Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative 0.10
WILBRIDE® S-753D PEG/PPG/Polybutyleneglycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Tocopherol Moisturizing oil; penetration enhancer 3.00
B Water Balance
Hydroxyethylcellulose Thickener 0.10
RG・CO・P Glycerin Moisturizer 4.00
Tranexamic Acid Brightening agent q.s.
C Propylene Glycol Moisturizer 4.00
Butylene Glycol Moisturizer 4.00
Ethanol Solvent 3.00
Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.15
D Lipidure®-PMB Polyquaternium-51, Water Skin protection 0.50
Citric Acid 0.08
Sodium Citrate 0.40
Phenoxyethanol Preservative 0.20

pH (undiluted solution): 6.0

Preparation Method

  1. Stir uniformly each phase A and B at R.T..
  2. Add phase A into phase B, then mix uniformly at R.T..
  3. Add phase C into phase A+B, and mix uniformly at R.T..
  4. Add phase D into Phase A+B+C, and mix uniformly at R.T..

This formula is result by our best efforts. But, this formula does not guarantee performance, safety, stability, or commercial property rights for your products.

Non-sticky Multifunctional Oil Serum

Formulation Table

Phase Ingredient INCI Purpose %
A Tocopheryl Acetate Promotes blood circulation 0.05
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate Skin repair 0.05
SOLUBULE™ GS-01 PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 Solubilizer 0.50
Lipidure®-NR Polyquaternium-61, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Skin protection; encapsulation 2.00
Water 0.30
RG・CO・P Glycerin Moisturizer 0.40
B Water 63.55
RG・CO・P Glycerin Moisturizer 15.00
MACBIOBRIDE® MG-10E Methyl Gluceth-10 Texture improver 5.00
WILBRIDE® S-753D PEG/PPG/Polybutyleneglycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Tocopherol Moisturizing oil; penetration enhancer 5.00
Propylene Glycol Moisturizer 3.00
Butylene Glycol Moisturizer 3.00
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Anti-inflammatory 0.05
PEG#400 PEG-8 Moisturizer 2.00
C GLYMOIST® EH Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative 0.10

Formulation Table

Phase Ingredient INCI Purpose %
A Tocopheryl Acetate Promotes blood circulation 0.05
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate Skin repair 0.05
SOLUBULE™ GS-01 PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 Solubilizer 0.50
Lipidure®-NR Polyquaternium-61, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Skin protection; encapsulation 2.00
Water 0.30
RG・CO・P Glycerin Moisturizer 0.40
B Water 63.55
RG・CO・P Glycerin Moisturizer 15.00
MACBIOBRIDE® MG-10E Methyl Gluceth-10 Texture improver 5.00
WILBRIDE® S-753D PEG/PPG/Polybutyleneglycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Tocopherol Moisturizing oil; penetration enhancer 5.00
Propylene Glycol Moisturizer 3.00
Butylene Glycol Moisturizer 3.00
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Anti-inflammatory 0.05
PEG#400 PEG-8 Moisturizer 2.00
C GLYMOIST® EH Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative 0.10

Squalane High-content Nano-Lotion

Formulation Table

Phase Ingredient INCI Purpose %
A Squalane Oil 3.00
WILBRIDE® S-753D PEG/PPG/Polybutyleneglycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Tocopherol BCME inducer 3.00
NOFABLE® AO-85S Oleyl Alcohol Solvent 0.40
SOLUBULE™ GS-01 PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 Solubilizer 2.50
UNILUBE® 20MT-2000B PPG-20-Decyltetradeceth-10 Solubilizer 1.00
RG・CO・P Glycerin BCME inducer 5.00
Water 3.00
B Water Balance
C Preservative Preservative q.s.

Preparation Method

  1. Weigh ingredients for phase A and mix uniformly at R.T..
  2. Add phase A into phase B at R.T. and mix uniformly at R.T..
  3. Add phase C and mix uniformly at R.T..

This formula is result by our best efforts. But, this formula does not guarantee performance, safety, stability, or commercial property rights for your products.

From Formulation Concepts to Ingredient Selection

Each formulation solution is supported by NOF America’s polymer science and material expertise. Ingredient options are available across our cosmetic and personal care portfolio, enabling a seamless transition from formulation concept to ingredient selection.