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Post by Ang on Aug 9, 2005 20:36:33 GMT -5
Skin Firming Gel - using CroThix CroThix has a secondary use as a skin firming agent. (Its primary use is as a thickening agent in liquid soaps, and shampoos.) Here is an easy gel that you can make that is good for all skin types, using jojoba makes a non-comedogenic cream that won't clog your pores. (CroThix may be purchased at Bramble Berry Soap Making Supplies) This makes (4) four ounce containers of gel-crème.
Water 13 oz. Glycerin .5 oz. Emulsifying Wax or Ceteryl Alcohol 1 oz. CroThix .7 oz. Jojoba Oil .6 oz. Germaben II or Phenonip .16 oz. Fragrance or Essential Oil .16 - .50 oz. Heat the Water and Glycerin to 170 degrees and set aside. Heat the Emulsifying Wax until melted and add to the CroThix and Jojoba. Stir. Add the water and glycerin to the Emulsifying Wax, CroThix and Jojoba. Mix until the creme is 105 degrees (or less). Add your fragrance and preservative and package in jars or an easily squeezable package. Apply under make up for a more smooth application or as a night creme.
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