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Hydrating Body Lotion with Galolive OW
Lightweight silky lotion with apricot oil, oat oil and chamomile hydrosol
Galolive OW is a plant-derived non-ionic O/W emulsifier based on olive oil. It is particularly suitable for lightweight lotions, body milks and fluid emulsions where a silky, low-viscosity texture is desired. Recommended use is approximately 4–6%.
In this formula, it is combined with apricot kernel oil and either oat or almond oil. Chamomile hydrosol gives the lotion a gentle character, while glycerin and D-panthenol support comfortable hydration.
A small amount of xanthan gum has been included to improve stability, as Galolive OW performs best with additional stabilisation.
Ingredients for 100 g
Phase A
- 70.5 g chamomile hydrosol
- 5 g glycerin
- 0.2 g xanthan gum
Phase B
- 10 g apricot kernel oil
- 5 g oat or almond oil
- 5 g Galolive OW
Phase C
- 3 g D-panthenol
- 0.5 g vitamin E
- 0.8 g Cosgard
Total: 100 g
Method
Disperse the xanthan gum in glycerin, then add the hydrosol.
Combine the oils and Galolive OW separately.
Heat both phases to approximately 70 °C.
Slowly add the oil phase to the water phase while homogenising thoroughly.
Below 40 °C, add D-panthenol, vitamin E and Cosgard.
Check the pH and aim for approximately 5.0–5.5.
Transfer into clean, sanitised pump or airless packaging.
Use
Apply to clean skin after showering or whenever additional hydration and softness are desired.
