Shimmer Finish Deodorant Paste Recipe

Application:

Instructions:

Weigh out ingredients of phase 1 and heat until melted together.
Pre-mix ingredients in phase 2 and dry-blend together in a coffee grinder or equivalent if you have one. This isn't essential but will make the paste smoother
Gently pour ingredients of phase 2 into phase 1 which is now removed from the heat
Use an overhead mixer to mix together while cooling, stopping mixing at around 50°C.
Add ingredients of phase 3 while stirring then pack into your container.

Phase	INCI	%	Comment
Phase 1	Avocado Oil	8	Avocado oil contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, D, E, and beta carotene. It is a monosaturated oil making it nourishing and suitable for dehydrated, sun exposed and dry skin. It is known to have regenerative and rejuvenating properties; it significantly increases the amount of collagen in the skin and is especially useful for mature skin. It has been known to be effective in helping reduce the itchiness and discomfort associated with some skin conditions.
	Hemp Seed oil	6.5	Hempseed oil is a very popular, all purpose carrier oil. It is used by manufacturers (particularly as a conditioning agent in hair care products), aromatherapists, and massage therapists. Hempseed oil is high in Omega fatty acids and proteins.
	Camellia Seed Oil	16	Very light feeling oil. Organically certified.
	Shea Oil	9.5	Soothing oil with a large unsaponifiable fraction which helps with soothing the skin.
	Beeswax	0	Thickener, structure element and to give the balm a bit of a shine finish.
	Oil Thickener	8	Thickener.
Phase 2	Tapioca Starch	20	Tapioca Starch is a rich starch derived from the tuberous of the cassava plant. It is an effective thickening agent.
	Bicarbonate of Soda	28	This is the anti-bacterial active. It is also highly alkaline so it is best to limit how much is present to avoid irritation.
Phase 3	Vanilla CO2 Oil in Jojoba	1.5	Aroma.
	Spring breeze	0.5
	Tan Opal Mica	2	Mica, CI 77491, Titanium Dioxide
TOTAL		100

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