W/O Balm Ointment

Have you tried to make a semi-solid balm - the type that doesn't go solid in cold weather and doesn't turn liquid in warm weather - but can't get it right? Well this video shows you how to make a semi-solid balm that is climate resistant and ultra-soft and ultra-nourishing. These are ointment balms and need special formulating techniques to remain the same consistency in varying climate conditions. Join Belinda Carli, Director of Institute of Personal Care Science as she shows you how to make balm ointments - the semi-solid balms that are climate resistant!
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[@user-no7rx1cz7z]

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[@starlight_lesedi]

Thank you for these informative videos. It's great to have a scientific view of making diy products, it helps a lot- thanks!

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

We have loads of videos that can help you out! Please go to the search bar on our channel: kzbin.info/door/czaVLd160LPFdn9E8hrYxA And enter the topic to find related videos. Happy formulating!

[@RodlenePauldogood]

Thanks

[@alizuot]

Great video, thank you! I did not understand the name of the first w/o emulsifier, could you please write it in a comment? Thank you

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Hi Alizuot, Please email us to get the ingredient list (formula). Thank you!

[@christinehaslam9480]

So water in oil emulsions are ones that contain very little water? Thank you♡

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Usually they contain around 25% water or less but there are some special emulsifiers that enable the creation of w/o emulsions with low oil inputs. Please also watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqDLapWubNCdra8 this one has 80% water phase but is still w/o! Happy formulating!

[@UnplugOutdoorCo]

Can you please provide the measurements for each ingredient that you used? Please and thanks !

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Thanks for watching! Please contact us for the full formula, method and supplier details - FREE! [e-mail] Happy formulating!

[@YuriSincock]

How long is the shelf life if you don't put preservative in it?

[@ChakaKhanian]

Hi Belinda. I know you state a preservative isn't needed for this formula, but would it be okay to add one anyway?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Preservatives are controversial for consumers and can increase irritation/sensitivities - why add one if you don’t need one?

[@alineitwedavid2504]

Hie Belinda, l love seeing all yr videos, very educative, well explained. I wd, love making this papaya balm, cd y please help me with the formula and how to do. Thank y .God bless y.

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Learn how to formulate with active ingredients, including how to stabilise them in your formulas and check quality/stability with our Certificate in Advanced Cosmetic Science: personalcarescience.com.au/CosmeticScience/CertificateinAdvancedCosmeticScience-478/ or Diploma of Personal Care Formulation: personalcarescience.com.au/CosmeticScience/DiplomaofPersonalCareFormulation-479/

[@lorrainehachey4520]

Hello Belinda, Could I add an alcohol extract in place of the glycerin extract? Thank you Lorraine

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

In the same small amount in the formula, yes.

[@missarohma]

Can shea butter go grainy in emulsions whilst cooling?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Yes it can. Belinda has a video on fixing grainy butters & balms: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHS2nYl9m8ulb9E

[@lesanimauxetlesoiseaux6912]

Thx à lot

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Thank you for watching!

[@lesanimauxetlesoiseaux6912]

God bless u I open à small factory and u gave me a lot of informations and advice Thx belinda

[@imandoski764]

Hello. Can this be used on the face? :) is the end result greasy ?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

This is intended as a barrier ointment for example on very dry or damaged skin or even baby’s bottoms. It would be too greasy for the face.

[@CarolynRosefolksnaturalliving]

Great video! Very informative. Do you have a suggestion for a flexible wax that is vegan friendly? Thank you for putting up quality content!

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

It depends what you are using it for. If purely as a wax rice bran wax is good - but if using it for low HLB properties (like beeswax) you'd be better using a glyceryl stearate or sorbitan stearate. They help stabilise this type of product and also provide a softer spreadability.

[@7lightrays]

Hi Belinda, can you use Sorbitan Laurate (and) Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate (and) Dilauryl Citrate in place of the Aracell? Also, this would be a nice facial balm for oil dry facial skin? I don't use water based moisturizers but I do mist my face with rose water before applying my balms. I break out when I use water based moisturizers, so prefer balms.

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

This is an ointment, it is too heavy for a face cream - you would be better with a w/o cream instead, try this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4bEiaZjbJyljNk You could not use that emulsifier, it forms o/w emulsions. You might enjoy this workshop: Can I use a different emulsifier: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/Emulsifierworkshop-3165/

[@akosuacann2261]

Hello Belinda, please can this be used for a hair balm

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Potentially yes- it would need to be more viscous to suit hair applications but potentially yes, it would be like a balm/soft pomade.

[@ChakaKhanian]

I recreated this product, but the top of my product has bubbles. Is this a result of stirring too much? Thanks!

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

For specific help with your formula, please send us full details and purchase consulting time here: personalcarescience.com.au/Advice/cosmeticformulation,brandadvice-797/ :)

[@tinalegrand6356]

Could I add the emulsifier even if I do not add any water based ingredient, just to increase stability (heat/cold)?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

No - an emulsifier without something to hold inside will destabilise your product. Without water you are making a soft balm, so avoid water completely if that is the case. You will find our Create Cosmetic Formulas program handy to make soft balms properly: createcosmeticformulas.com/Cosmeticformulas/Makeskincareandhaircareformulas-900/

[@awaisahmad-iq7ic]

Hi Belinda , Can u explain what is meant by W/O and O/W ??

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

W/O = water in oil emulsion; water dispersed in a mostly continuous oil phase. O/W = oil in water emulsion; oil dispersed in mostly water continuous phase. They require very different emulsifiers, thickeners and formulation compositions. Please try out our Beginner formulation workshop series if you want to get started learning about this amazing industry - first video is free: personalcarescience.com.au/CosmeticScience/BeginnersCosmeticScienceWorkshops-469/

[@ninaberkane5949]

Please can we not use the aqueous phase just oils with stearat glyceryl to have a balm of this consistency?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

You can learn all about materials and how to find out what they are used for in our courses. You can study online - learn anywhere in the world! Please contact us for course information and which course will suit you best: [e-mail]

[@whonos]

Hey Belinda, quick question. Where did you get your Arlacell 1689. I have looked at every supplies store in Aus and I can't seem to find it. Is it sometimes know as something different?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Try this page which lists hundreds of small suppliers all over the world: createcosmeticformulas.com/IngredientSuppliers/Suppliers-897/ Please also join our Facebook Group, Cosmetic Raw Materials for Small Brands: facebook.com/groups/1734896293290235// and post your request there, it is a group specifically to help small brands like yourself source materials like this in smaller quantities. Happy formulating!

[@src3360]

I love the paw paw ointment! I buy it in the tubs and use it all over. Its wonderful stuff 👍🏻💦

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Thanks for watching!

[@DesiTastenTravel]

Hello Belinda, I already have ointment oil but i want to turn this oil into balm. what formula i should follow? Thanks

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

We’re happy to provide the full formula, ingredient, supplier, input and method details, please email us: [e-mail] and we can send you a link to access ALL our free formulas and reports. Happy formulating!

[@elen4923]

Hi can you make a video about cream or oinments made with borax? (Oil, water, beeswax and borax) Thanks!

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Thank you for this idea, we’ll see if it fits into our video schedule. In the meantime, you can learn with us. Please contact us for course information and which course is going to best suit you: [e-mail]

[@nataliestewart6706]

Can you make a hair balm? Please

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

We have a few videos on hair creams/balms. How to make anti-frizz hair cream: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH-7ga1nrK6bepI and Hair puddings and waxes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mp-XZ4hred-pabc

[@naturalgardenbysavondarthu4039]

hi is HLB essential?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Hi, thanks for watching and for your interest! When choosing the right emulsifiers yes it helps with selection. Happy Formulating!

[@vinodyadav-cl3cy]

Balm vs ointment

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

A balm is a totally anhydrous (without water) product, usually harder than an ointment. An ointment is usually w/o with a low water or glycerin content and remains a semi-solid consistency and is more pliable than a straight balm.

[@vinodyadav-cl3cy]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 who is better

[@Caroline-ud7ei]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 curious to know this one too! which would be more nourishing for dry and inflamed skin?

[@dahliak9240]

Belinda, do you have any videos on flocculation?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

We have a video on stabilising particles with different types of gums: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5TIZ2apbrp6rc0 but this suits water based products. With balms, you need to use oil compatible rheology modifiers for stability and it depends on what other ingredients are in your formula and company philosophy as to which materials you can use and choose. We can provide individual advice if you purchase consulting time here: personalcarescience.com.au/Advice/Advice-2046/ but we do need specifics of your formula and philosophy to advise properly.

[@piaduelund5896]

I love your videos, thank you :) I have been looking around the internet for a substitution for Arlacell 1689? Do you know, if there is another suitable W/O emulsifier? I come from Denmark.

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

There are several out there - depends who you can get materials from. Arlacell 1689 is a Croda Material; it is a low HLB liquid blend of emulsifiers that is very effective for stabilising w/o emulsions without increasing viscosity. Please find a local supplier who can provide a similar material. You can also check this list: createcosmeticformulas.com/IngredientSuppliers/IngredientSuppliers-897/

[@christinehaslam9480]

It would be so helpful to have the ingredients/amounts listed, instead of having to email for each one♡

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Hi Christine, It is too much information to put on the screen or video description as we need proper formulation table to explain details. Please email us for full formulation, method and supplier details for all our formulas FREE: [e-mail] Happy formulating!

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Hi Christine, we have ALL our formulas in the one link - so you don't need to email each time, just once and you'll get all the formulas, methods, supplier details and reports for ALL videos, please email: [e-mail] Happy formulating!

[@elen4923]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 Hi! Is really clear the video, but for me not a native english speaker, i am from argentina, is difficult to undertand some of the ingredients, perhaps you can add them writting in the video when you mention them Thanks!