Hi Lise! The results looks amazing! I've tried this method using cucumber too...it turns out great. I'd like to ask for your opinion, do you think this method works well with aloe vera? Knowing that aloe vera plant has a lot of liquid, I'm a bit sceptical. I have plenty of aloe plants around my house. Will try to experiment with it next week.
HI Zan - Thanks, and your idea of aloe vera sounds quite intriguing. Would you be using pure aloe gel with the glycerine? I look forward to hearing how it turns out.
Zan said…
Hi Lise,
Yes..I'm planning on using pure aloe gel with the glycerine. I'll scrape off the gel from the plant and follow the glycerine method. Will keep you updated on the result later :)
Hi Zan - I look forward to hearing about your results!
Zan said…
Hi Lise!
I'm back from my experimental period. The aloe extract is a success! I use the exact same method as the cucumber extract and it yields a lovely fresh aloe extract. I've used it in my night cream and hair tonic. Thanks to you and Maria for the inspiration :)
Hi Sunayana Walia - I would ask your supplier if it is suitable for adding to a glycerine extraction as a preservative - it is normally recommended for emulsions. How about doing a self-preserving glycerine and then adding preservative to your cosmetic? My latest book shows you how to calculate a self-preserving glycerite .
Hi Lise, Im Celina from Sri Lanka. i am doing a green tea glycerine now, but not sure the percentage of glycerin... I just cover the dried green tea leaves with glycerin. Any idea: How you done this one before? Thanks
Hi Celina! This depends on whether you are using fresh ir dried leaves, with or without preservative. I think you will find all the information you need in my latest book: The Art of Making Glycerites for Cosmetics. If you check my main site LisaLise.com, you’ll find the book in the shop.
Hey there Unknown - There are a couple of preservatives that use the Lucida Liquid name. The manufacturer or your supplier should have specifications about the preservative that will answer that question. Tip: remember to keep pH requirements in mind when deciding on a preservative.
Anonymous said…
Lisa, I'm in hopes that since this is an older post that you're still available to answer a question about this extract. I've read another blog that chops the cuke then places it a blender, then strains. No glycerin, water, alcohol, etc. Is this an extraction method or can the good stuff in the cuke only be extracted via the glycerin, etc.? Thanks in advance for answering.
Hey there Anon - thanks for your question. The method you describe is more like creating a concentrated puree of sorts or a strained liquid. this isn't an extract, but is a lovely cucumber juice that could function as the liquid in a single use face mask. (Single use: make and use immediately).
HI Anon -- Mine usually last a year or 2 but if you want to use it in a cosmetic, use it within 6 months of making - the fresher the better
Anonymous said…
Hey, I've forgotten to strain my cucumber glycerite for a few weeks. I did use Geogard 221. But will this affect freshness (in other words, should I start again?)
Hi Anon - I'd go ahead and strain and use it for small test batches, and keep some in a container for monitoring. It is probably fine, but it never hurts to keep an extra eye. :)
I have a question, if you can, is there a specific sign by which I can tell that the glycerite is ready? That is, how do I know that 10 days is sufficient or 14 days, for example?
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I think the results are pretty good. Are you happy?
The results looks amazing! I've tried this method using cucumber too...it turns out great. I'd like to ask for your opinion, do you think this method works well with aloe vera? Knowing that aloe vera plant has a lot of liquid, I'm a bit sceptical. I have plenty of aloe plants around my house. Will try to experiment with it next week.
Zan.
Yes..I'm planning on using pure aloe gel with the glycerine. I'll scrape off the gel from the plant and follow the glycerine method. Will keep you updated on the result later :)
Zan.
I'm back from my experimental period. The aloe extract is a success! I use the exact same method as the cucumber extract and it yields a lovely fresh aloe extract. I've used it in my night cream and hair tonic. Thanks to you and Maria for the inspiration :)
Zan.
We loved your post! Just wondering how long this will last?
Thank you!