Gel dye Cornflower, 1 L

Gel Dye Vasilek: A Touch of Nature for Your Cosmetics

Gel Dye Vasilek is a vibrant and versatile natural coloring agent, perfect for adding a splash of color to your handmade cosmetics. Sourced from the beautiful cornflower flower, this dye offers a stunning blue hue that can be used to create a wide range of cosmetic products.

Why Choose Gel Dye Vasilek?

• Natural Origin: Derived from natural sources, it's gentle on the skin and environment.
• Vibrant Color: Offers a beautiful, intense blue color that can be adjusted to your desired shade.
• Easy to Use: Simple to incorporate into your cosmetic formulations.
• Versatile: Can be used in a variety of cosmetic products, from soaps to lip balms.

Applications of Gel Dye Vasilek in Cosmetics

Soap Making:

• Cold Process Soap: Add a few drops of the dye to your soap batter to create stunning blue soap bars.
• Hot Process Soap: Incorporate the dye into your soap base to achieve a vibrant color.

Handmade Cosmetics:

• Lip Balms: Create unique and colorful lip balms by adding a touch of Gel Dye Vasilek.
• Lotions and Creams: Infuse your lotions and creams with a subtle blue tint.
• Bath Bombs: Add a pop of color to your bath bombs with this natural dye.
• Body Scrubs: Create visually appealing body scrubs with a gentle blue hue.

Cosmetic Recipe: Blue Cornflower Soap

Ingredients:

• 10 oz. (283 g) Olive Oil
• 5 oz. (142 g) Coconut Oil
• 3 oz. (85 g) Castor Oil
• 4.5 oz. (128 g) Sodium Hydroxide (lye)
• 6.5 oz. (185 g) Distilled Water
• Gel Dye Vasilek (a few drops)
• Essential Oil of Lavender (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lye Solution: Carefully combine the lye and water in a heat-resistant container. Stir until the lye is completely dissolved.
2. Combine Oils: Melt the olive oil, coconut oil, and castor oil together in a heat-resistant container.
3. Combine Lye and Oils: Slowly pour the lye solution into the oil mixture, stirring constantly.
4. Trace: Continue stirring until the mixture reaches trace, a point where the batter thickens and holds a trail when drizzled.
5. Add Color and Fragrance: Add a few drops of Gel Dye Vasilek to the batter and stir until evenly distributed. Add essential oil of lavender, if desired.
6. Pour into Mold: Pour the soap batter into a mold lined with parchment paper.
7. Curing: Cover the mold and allow the soap to cure for 4-6 weeks.

Tips:

• Color Intensity: The intensity of the color can be adjusted by adding more or fewer drops of Gel Dye Vasilek.
• Testing: Always test a small batch of soap before adding dye to ensure desired results.
• Safety First: Always wear gloves and protective eyewear when handling lye.

By incorporating Gel Dye Vasilek into your cosmetic creations, you can elevate your products with stunning visuals and natural ingredients.