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Wowza! W/O Zinc Oxide SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

This water-in-oil zinc oxide sunscreen lotion provides SPF 30 sun protection without using organic UV filters. HallBrite® BHB (Butyloctyl Salicylate) in HallBrite® EZ-FLO ZDX contributes a very good dispersion for zinc oxide.

In vitro analysis suggests SPF ~ 34, PFA (PPD) ~10, performance with critical wavelength 375 nm.

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PhaseINCI Name [INN/USAN] (Other Information)Trade Name% WtFunction
AIsopropyl MyristateHALLSTAR® IPM-NF15.00Carrier
Zinc Oxide [Zinc Oxide] (60%), Butyloctyl Salicylate, Triceteareth-4 Phosphate, TriethoxycaprylylsilaneHALLBRITE® EZ FLO ZDX25.00UV Filter/Sunscreen Agent / Carrier System
BCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone 3.00Emulsifier
Cylcopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane 5.00Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate 3.00Rheological Control / Enhanced Skin Feel
CSorbitan OlivateOLIVEM® 9001.00Co-emulsifier
Silica (spherical, 12 µm) 2.00Deoiling Agent
Beeswax (Cera Alba) 1.00Thickener (Nonaqueous)
DWater (Aqua) up to 100Volatile Carrier
Glycerin  8.00Humectant
Disodium EDTA 0.05Chelating Agent
Sodium Chloride 1.00Stabilizing Agent
ECaprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol 1.00Preservative
Dimethicone (5 cSt)  5.00Feel Modification / Enhancement

PREPARATIVE PROCEDURE

1To the main Vessel, add phase A and start mixing. Add phase B with mixing. Start heat to 75°C.
2Add phase C into phase AB, and mix well until uniform.
3To a secondary vessel add phase D, start mixing until fully incorporated. Heat up to 70°C.
4When both phases are homogenous at their designated temperature, Start homogenizing phase ABC.
5Very slowly add phase D to phase ABC.
6Start to cool to room temperature. When < 50°C, add phase E into phase ABCD.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS (25°C)

AppearanceWhite smooth lotion
Viscosity (Brk, RVDV-II, T-D, 20 rpm, after 24 h at room temperature; mPa∙s)7000 - 10000

*Patented and Patent Pending

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