We have had lots of requests for this simple, but effective formulation. This formula is anyhydrous (contains no water) so doesn’t require a preservative. It is also known as “traditional Nappy Rash Cream” even though it's not actually a cream (emulsion). It is thick like a baby balm, but this can be altered by adjusting the wax to oil ratio.
This is a small batch, so accurate weighing is really important to keep the formula accurate.
Ingredients:
- 100g Castor Oil (50%)
- 4g Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol (2%)
- 20g Beeswax (10%)
- 61g Macadamia Oil (30.5%)
- 15g Zinc Oxide (7.5%)
- 1 x 240ml Double Wall Jar
Equipment:
250ml Pyrex or similar jug
Stirring spoon
Digital Scales
Spatula
Method:
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Weigh all ingredients into a Pyrex jug and heat in Microwave to 75°C
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Stir the mixture ensuring all the waxes are completely liquid
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Allow to cool a little and stir until the mixture comes together in an emulsion and the Zinc Oxide is dispersed completely and evenly
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Continue to mix intermittently until completely cold. The mixture requires stirring during cool down to ensure the Zinc Oxide stays dispersed and the mixture remains homogenous
| Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Yields: | 200g |
| Time: | 45 mins |
| sale: | No |
| save: | No |
