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Emulsion Ratio Calculator

Calculate oil-water emulsion ratios for lotions and creams. Determines emulsifier amounts by HLB value and oil phase percentage.

Inputs

g
%

Required HLB of your oil blend (typically 8-16)

Results

Oil Phase

100.0g

Water Phase

375.0g

Emulsifier

25.0g

Emulsifier %5.0%

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Tips

1
Oil-in-water emulsions (HLB 8-18) feel lighter. Water-in-oil (HLB 3-8) feel richer.
2
Heat both phases to 70°C before combining for a stable emulsion.

Open formula

Oil Phase (g) = Total × Oil%
Emulsifier (g) = Oil Phase × Emulsifier Rate
Water Phase = Total - Oil - Emulsifier

Calculates phase weights and emulsifier amount based on oil phase percentage and emulsifier type requirements.

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