FORMULATION OVERVIEW: Surfactant Stability Experiment

Formulating shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and other surfactant-based products can be frustrating when separation or instability occurs. Why do some formulas stay perfectly stable while others separate?

In this class, we’ll share the results of our hands-on experiment testing the stability of different surfactants and thickeners—so you don’t have to spend hours (or weeks!) troubleshooting on your own.

You’ll discover:

• Which surfactants are easiest to work with and why they’re ideal for beginners.
• Which surfactants to pair with which thickeners for stable, professional-standard formulas.
• Which combinations to avoid so you can skip trial and error and products that separate.
• Insights into ingredient solubility, compatibility, and purity that make all the difference to the stability of your products.
• Practical tips you can immediately apply when formulating your own products.

This class will help you save valuable time and ingredients, gain confidence in your formulation process, and provide clear guidelines for creating stable, high-quality surfactant-based products.

You’ll receive:

• A one-hour pre-recorded presentation delivered by a cosmetic scientist explaining in detail the experiment we conducted and the results.
• A copy of the presentation slides.
• A PDF report to download summarizing each stage of the experiment and the results, including a useful summary of our key findings that you can apply to your own formulations straight away.

Not a member of the Club? Join now and use your first month's credits to access the Surfactant Stability Experiment class, plus another 25-credit class of your choice.

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