ERCAMULS LF 65 1 kg

ERCAMULS LF 65 for oil in water creams lotions and cosmetic emulsions

ERCAMULS LF 65 is a nonionic oil in water emulsifying system based on Glyceryl Stearate and PEG-100 Stearate. It is used in creams, lotions, body milks, hand care products, cleansing emulsions, spa formulas, masks and selected hair care emulsions. Its main function is to help combine the water phase and oil phase into a stable cosmetic emulsion.

Formulation role

ERCAMULS LF 65 is a technical emulsifier, not a cosmetic active. It does not replace humectants, preservatives, antioxidants, conditioning agents or skin care ingredients. Its value is in building the emulsion structure when the full formula is properly designed.

Glyceryl Stearate contributes to the emulsion framework and sensory profile, while PEG-100 Stearate supports oil in water emulsification. The finished texture depends on the oil phase, fatty alcohols, polymers, humectants, mixing process and cooling conditions.

Product applications

The ingredient is suitable for facial creams, body lotions, hand creams, light milks, rinse-off cream masks and creamy cleansing products. In hair care, it can be used in leave-in creams, masks and conditioning emulsions when paired with the right conditioning system.

A cleansing emulsion still needs a suitable cleansing strategy if cleansing performance is required. ERCAMULS LF 65 builds the emulsion but does not act as a complete surfactant system.

Ingredient combinations

ERCAMULS LF 65 can be used with caprylic capric triglycerides, squalane, jojoba oil, sunflower oil, sweet almond oil, cetyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, betaine, panthenol, aloe extract and hydrolyzed proteins.

Light pump lotions usually need a modest oil phase and limited structural waxes. Rich creams can use more fatty alcohols and butters. Hair creams require careful control of the lipid phase to avoid a heavy finish.

Processing

ERCAMULS LF 65 is typically included in the oil phase with emollients and fatty alcohols. The water phase is prepared separately. Both phases are heated according to the selected process, then combined with mixing to form a uniform emulsion.

Cool-down ingredients are added after the batch temperature has decreased. Final pH should be measured after the complete formula is assembled. Stability should be checked after the emulsion has equilibrated.

Lightweight hair cream 1000 g

Purified water 715 ml
Aloe hydrosol 60 ml
ERCAMULS LF 65 45 g
Caprylic capric triglycerides 55 g
Jojoba oil 35 g
Cetyl alcohol 18 g
Glycerin 25 g
Betaine 12 g
Hydrolyzed rice protein 10 g
Panthenol 10 g
Preservative 7 g
Vitamin e 3 g
Fragrance 2 g
Prepared lactic acid solution 3 g

Total batch weight: 1000 g

Prepare the water phase with purified water, aloe hydrosol, glycerin and betaine. In a separate vessel, combine ERCAMULS LF 65, caprylic capric triglycerides, jojoba oil and cetyl alcohol. Heat both phases until the oil phase is fully uniform.

Add the oil phase to the water phase with steady mixing. Continue mixing until a smooth emulsion forms. Begin controlled cooling.

At the cool-down stage, add hydrolyzed rice protein, panthenol, preservative, vitamin e and fragrance. Measure final pH and adjust with the prepared lactic acid solution only if required.

Allow the cream to rest before filling. Check viscosity, homogeneity, odor, emulsion stability and package dispensing.

Quality control

Finished products with ERCAMULS LF 65 should be evaluated for emulsion stability, viscosity, pH, odor, packaging compatibility and texture after storage. Preservation must be designed for the complete formula, especially when hydrosols, extracts or proteins are included.

ERCAMULS LF 65 is useful for formulators who need flexible oil in water emulsions. It works best when the oil phase, thickening system, cool-down ingredients and manufacturing process are developed as one complete formula.