This comprehensive eBook is designed to help you master the art of creating stable emulsions using Emulsifying Wax NF. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and aspiring formulators, it covers everything you need to know about this all-in-one, beginner-friendly emulsifier. Step-by-step guidance, clear explanations, and practical tips make it easy for you to understand how to formulate smooth and stable oil-in-water emulsions. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your skills, this manual will set you on the path to crafting beautiful creams, lotions, and more from the comfort of your home, using Emulsifying Wax NF.
 
Includes 7 Formulations
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
Chapter 1 
Introduction 
Understanding and Converting a Cosmetic Formulation 
Chapter 2 
Scaling Up 
Chapter 3
Understanding INCI Names in Cosmetic Formulation 
What is an INCI? 
Why Is INCI So Important for Ingredient Purchasing?
Emulsifying Wax NF – A Unique INCI 
What Does “Emulsifying Wax NF” Mean? 
Tips for Beginners: Making the Most of INCI Names 
Chapter 4
How Emulsifiers with the Same INCI Can Yield Different Results 
The Complexity Behind INCI Names 
An Example: Cetearyl Alcohol and Polysorbate 60 
The Impact on Your Formulations 
Always Cross-Check CAS Numbers 
Tips for Working with Emulsifiers 
Chapter 5
The Importance of CAS Numbers in Cosmetic Formulation 
What is a CAS Number? 
Why Are CAS Numbers Important? 
How to Use CAS Numbers in Formulation 
Cross-Checking Ingredients 
Comparing Different Suppliers 
Where to Find CAS Numbers As A Beginner 
Tips for Beginners 
Chapter 6
What is an Emulsion? 
Defining an Emulsion 
Types of Emulsions 
The Role of Emulsifiers 
Chapter 7
Formulating with Emulsifying Wax NF (Polawax) 
Overview of Emulsifying Wax NF 
Key Properties 
Calculating the Required Amount of Emulsifying Wax NF 
The Basics of Emulsions Using Emulsifying Wax NF 
Phases of a Typical Emulsion The Lipid Phase, Water Phase, and Cooldown Phase
1. The Lipid Phase (Oil Phase) 
Heating the Lipid Phase 
2. The Water Phase 
Heating the Water Phase 
3. The Cooldown Phase 
Emulsification Process 
Chapter 8: Understanding Sheer 
High Shear Mixing 
Low Shear Mixing 
Chapter 9
Adjusting pH in Your Formulation 
Lowering pH (Making it More Acidic) 
Raising pH (Making it More Alkaline) 
Testing and Final Adjustments
Chapter 10 
What Does the Charge of an Emulsifier Mean? 
Why Is the Charge Important? 
Cocoa + Coconut Body Butter Formula 
Mango + Macadamia Cream 
Hyaluronic Acid Face Moisturizer 
Body Lotion 
Body Butter 
Argan + Marula Oil Body Butter 
Jojoba Shea Luxe Butter