Experiment 4:

Face Lotion

CHE INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY LAB

Tue 10:30-13:30 | OZ405 | 51058
I. Product Description

Most lotions are oil-in-water emulsions using a substance such as cetaryl alcohol to keep the
emulsion together, but water-in-oil lotions are also formulated. In this experiment, anti-bacterial
face lotion is made. Face lotion will be composed; first, we add 10ml of water, 5ml of glycerol,
0.5g of methanol, 0.1g of salicylic acid, and one drop of 1% FeCl3 solution to 67ml of 95% ethyl
alcohol then mixed it together properly. Colour and oiliness of the solution will be enhanced by
adding ferric chloride and glycerol respectively.

II. Introduction

Cosmetics are substances used to enhance the appearance or colour of the human body. Cosmetics
include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toe nail polish, eye
and facial makeup, towelettes, permanent waves, coloured contact lenses, hair colours, hair sprays,
and gels, deodorants, hand sanitizers, baby products, bath oils, bubble baths, bath salts, butters and
many other types of products. A subset of cosmetics is called “mekup”, which refers primarily to
coloured product intended to after the user’s appearance. Mainly manufacturers distinguish
between decorative cosmetics and care cosmetics.

III. Theoretical Background

Lotions are usually applied to external skin with bare hands, a clean cloth, cotton wool, or gauze.
Mainly lotions, especially hand creams and facial cream are formulated not as medicine delivery
system, but simply to smoothen, rehydrate, and soften the skin. These are particularly popular with
the aging and aged demographic groups, and in the case of face usage, can also be classified as a
cosmetic in many cases and may contain fragrances. A lotion is a low-to-medium viscosity, topical
preparation intended for application to unbroken skin. By contrast, creams and gels have higher
viscosity.

IV. Procedure

Here are the raw materials needed for the preparation of face lotion: 95% ethyl alcohol, 10mL of
water, 5mL of glycerol, 0.5g of menthol, 0.1g of salicylic acid and one drop of 1% FeCl3 solution.
A 10mL of water, 5mL of glycerol, 0.5g of menthol, 0.1g of salicylic acid and one drop of 1%
FeCl3 solution was added and mixed with a 65mL of 95% ethyl alcohol.
V. Results (Product Presentation)
(Mixing of raw materials)

VI. Discussion of Results

Our product contains 65ml of 95% ethyl alcohol which is 79.63% of the volume, 10ml of water
which is 12.25% of the volume, 5ml of glycerol which is 6.13% of the volume, and 1 ml of 1%
FeCl3 solution which is 1.225% of the volume. Our product also contains a menthol solution that
has a mass of 0.5g which is 0.5618ml in volume and is also the 0.688% of the solution. Lastly, our
product contains a 0.1g of salicylic acid which is the 0.0694ml of the volume and also the 0.085%
of the solution. Summing up all the volume together, our product is an 81.63mL of facial cleanser
solution.

IA. Material Formulation (mass or volume basis)

Component Amount (expressed volume, PERCENT BY MASS OR

mL) VOLUME
95% Ethyl Alcohol 65.00 79.63
Water 10.00 12.25
Glycerol 5.00 6.13
Menthol 0.5618 0.688
Salicylic Acid 0.0694 0.085
1% FeCl3 Solution 1.00 1.225
TOTAL 81.632 100.00

IB: Cost Computation (P/kg; P/mL)

Component Amount Cost/L (Pesos) Cost

by Volume (L)
95% Ethyl Alcohol 0.065 8.125 0.5281
 Water 0.01 0.22 2.2x10-3
Glycerol 0.005 4.00 0.02
Menthol 5.618x10-4 0.067 3.764x10-5
Salicylic Acid 6.94x10-5 0.04 2.776x10-6
1% FeCl3 Solution 0.001 20.00 0.02
TOTAL 0.0816312 32.452 2.6491

Summary of Results and Further direction of Product Development

We have made a face lotion that weighs an approximate of 82mL and this also costs only P2.65.
This is because of we only used little amounts of ingredients. To further develop this product you
can make this in big amounts and test or try different methods of preparing it for getting best
results.

VII. Conclusions and Recommendations

Our product contains ethanol which is a type of alcohol that can dry out skin. It also contains
glycerol that increases moisture on the skin, menthol that produces cooling sensation, salicylic
acid that can treat skin conditions, and a bit of 1% FeCl3 solution that purifies water. In conclusion,
this product can remove dirt and oiliness on our face and also can make your face and also can
make your face clean and clear with moderate use. Our product is an 82ml facial cleanser solution.
Make sure that the chemicals to be used are precisely measured for it will be applied to our face.
Be careful in adding the 1% FeCl3 solution because it is harmful to our skin. Mix the solution well
for best results.
VIII. Appendices: Packaging Design