Description

Cold Cream is a classic, multi-phase emulsion system renowned for its unique cooling sensation and excellent emollient properties upon application. This versatile base is fundamental for formulating stable, luxurious skincare and topical pharmaceutical products that require superior skin feel and moisturization. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and OTC topical preparation industries seeking a reliable, time-tested vehicle for active ingredients.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Formulations: As a primary base for cleansing creams, moisturizers, night creams, and makeup removers, providing a rich texture and emollient effect.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a vehicle for medicated ointments and creams, facilitating the delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to the skin.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into body butters, massage creams, and barrier creams for enhanced skin protection and smooth application.
• Beauty & Salon Products: Serves as a base for professional-grade facial treatments, cold wax formulations, and pre-shave products.
• Sun Care Products: Can be used in formulations for sun protection or after-sun soothing products due to its cooling and moisturizing characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cold Cream
CAS No.	8050-76-8
Molecular Formula	Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Rose Water Ointment; Galen's Cerate; Cosmetic Cold Cream Base; Petrolatum Rose Water Ointment; Unguentum Aquae Rosae; Cold Cream USP; Emulsifying Wax & Oil Mixture; Oil-in-Water Emollient Cream Base
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cold Cream is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with relevant pharmacopeial standards, such as USP, where applicable. Each batch is tested to ensure consistent physical characteristics (viscosity, pH, appearance) and microbiological quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Avoid freezing and prolonged exposure to extreme heat to maintain emulsion stability and prevent phase separation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white, smooth semi-solid cream
Odor	Characteristic, faint (typically rose-scented variants available)
Identification	Complies (IR / Composition)
pH (10% dispersion)	5.5 - 7.5
Water Content	≤ 30.0%
Microbiological Quality	Meets USP <61> and <62> or equivalent
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.