DIY Commercial Grade All-Natural and Uses Mineral Ingredients Cream Face Foundation

Creating a commercial-grade face cream foundation that is non-comedogenic, all-natural, and uses mineral ingredients requires careful selection of components that meet both cosmetic efficacy and skin health standards. Below is a comprehensive recipe for making such a foundation:

Ingredients:

Ingredients and their conversion:

Phase 1: Water Phase

1. Distilled Water (Aqua) – 50% (50g)

   • 1/4 cup (approximately 4 tablespoons)

2. Aloe Vera Juice – 5% (5g)

   • 1 teaspoon

3. Glycerin – 3% (3g)

   • 3/4 teaspoon

Phase 2: Oil Phase (Emollients)

1. Cocoa Butter – 8% (8g)

   • 1 1/2 teaspoons

2. Jojoba Oil – 6% (6g)

   • 1 teaspoon

3. Argan Oil – 5% (5g)

   • 1 teaspoon

4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride – 5% (5g)

   • 1 teaspoon

Phase 3: Emulsifiers & Thickeners

1. Polysorbate 60 (Emulsifier) – 2% (2g)

   • 1/2 teaspoon

2. Xanthan Gum – 0.5% (0.5g)

   • 1/8 teaspoon

3. Cetearyl Alcohol (Emulsifier) – 2% (2g)

   • 1/2 teaspoon

Phase 4: Active Ingredients (Skin Care & Performance)

1. Zinc Oxide (non-nano, uncoated) – 7% (7g)

   • 1 1/2 teaspoons

2. Titanium Dioxide (non-nano) – 7% (7g)

   • 1 1/2 teaspoons

3. Vitamin E (Tocopherol) – 1% (1g)

   • 1/4 teaspoon

4. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) – 1% (1g)

   • 1/4 teaspoon

5. Essential Oils (optional) – 0.5% (0.5g)

   • A few drops (around 5–10 drops, depending on the essential oil)

Phase 5: Preservative

1. Leucidal Liquid SF (or another natural preservative) – 1%
   A natural preservative to protect the formula from microbial growth.

Tools:

• Double boiler or heatproof containers

• Stirring sticks/spatulas

• Digital scale

• pH meter (optional)

• Clean glass containers for storage

Procedure:

1. Prepare the Water Phase:

   • In a heatproof container, combine the distilled water, aloe vera juice, and glycerin.

   • Gently heat this mixture to about 70°C (158°F) in a double boiler, while stirring occasionally.

2. Prepare the Oil Phase:

   • In a separate heatproof container, combine cocoa butter, jojoba oil, argan oil, and caprylic/capric triglyceride.

   • Heat gently to about 70°C (158°F) in a double boiler until all oils are melted and fully blended.

3. Emulsify the Phases:

   • Slowly add the water phase into the oil phase while continuously stirring or using a stick blender to emulsify. Blend until the mixture has thickened and reached a creamy consistency.

4. Add Thickeners:

   • Sprinkle in xanthan gum while stirring to prevent clumping, and continue mixing until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform.

5. Incorporate Mineral Ingredients:

   • Slowly sift and add the zinc oxide and titanium dioxide into the mixture while stirring. Be sure to blend well so there are no lumps.

6. Add Active Ingredients and Preservative:

   • Allow the mixture to cool to around 40°C (104°F).

   • Add vitamin E, niacinamide, essential oils (optional), and the preservative. Stir to combine.

7. Final Mixing & pH Check:

   • Ensure everything is well-blended. Optionally, check the pH (aim for a pH of 4.5–5.5). Adjust the pH if necessary by adding a small amount of citric acid or sodium hydroxide.

8. Packaging:

   • Pour the foundation cream into clean, sterilized containers and allow it to cool completely.

   • Store in airtight containers to prevent contamination.

Usage Instructions:

• Apply a small amount of the foundation onto the face using clean fingers, a brush, or a sponge.

• Blend into the skin and build coverage as needed.

Customization:

• Tint: Adjust the proportion of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide for varying shades of foundation (e.g., more zinc oxide for a lighter shade and more titanium dioxide for a warmer tone).

• Additional Pigments: You can add natural mineral pigments like mica or iron oxides to create a custom color for your foundation.

This recipe uses natural, non-comedogenic oils and mineral ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, which provide excellent coverage without clogging pores, ensuring it suits sensitive and acne-prone skin types.