BUTTER-C
Mother & baby
Feminine wash OEM/ODM manufacturing
Feminine Wash · Intimate Wash · OEM/ODM
A feminine wash is a daily-use product for one of the most sensitive areas of skin on the body. The skin of the external intimate area is warmer, more occluded and subject to more friction than skin elsewhere, though still mildly acidic, so harsh cleansers can easily cause dryness and irritation. A good product cleanses gently, keeps a mildly acidic pH with lactic acid, has a very light scent or none at all, and is for external use only — not for internal douching. Betel leaf is a familiar story for Vietnamese consumers, while aloe vera and chamomile bring a soothing feel. This category is also especially prone to advertising that goes beyond the cosmetic scope, so label wording needs tight control. Butter-C offers full-service OEM/ODM manufacturing, from formula to a finished, labeled product with its cosmetic product notification.
Formula base
A gentle cleansing system at a mildly acidic pH
A feminine wash consists of gentle cleansers at low concentration, a lactic acid buffer to hold the pH, and soothing ingredients.
Cleansers
Glucosides, cocamidopropyl betaine, amphoacetates — gentle cleansing with moderate foam.
pH buffer
Lactic acid and sodium lactate keep the pH mildly acidic, close to the natural pH of this skin area.
Soothing agents
Aloe vera, chamomile, panthenol, allantoin.
Featured ingredients
Betel leaf, Lactobacillus ferment filtrate (contains no live bacteria), licorice — a blend of traditional and modern stories.
Key technical points
Four factors that define feminine wash quality
Stable pH
The lactic buffer keeps the pH within the agreed range throughout shelf life; pH is measured after aging.
Gentle on sensitive skin
Low total surfactant, no SLS, limited fragrance and essential oils.
Preservation at acidic pH
Preservatives selected to work well at acidic pH, used at low levels, with microbial challenge testing.
Clear directions for use
The label clearly states external use only, no internal douching, and a sensible frequency of use.
Three formulation directions
Three common feminine wash lines
Traditional betel leaf
Betel leaf extract to COA (safrole in the finished product ≤ 100 ppm — ASEAN Annex II, Ref 360); the extract darkens easily, so an opaque bottle is used; a story familiar to Vietnamese consumers. See also our betel leaf feminine wash.
Gentle daily care
Panthenol, allantoin, fragrance-free; a minimal formula for sensitive skin.
Fermented probiotics
Lactobacillus ferment filtrate and inulin; a fermented-ingredient line in step with current trends.
Packaging is designed together with the formula
Pump bottles, foaming bottles, small travel sachets; discreet design.
Parameters we monitor
What our R&D lab measures on every sample
Below are the parameters Butter-C monitors during formula development and scale-up to production. Specific limits are agreed with you on the approved sample and then written into the product's in-house specification.
- pH
- Measured when freshly made and after aging; the key parameter.
- Viscosity
- Checked across temperatures so the pump dispenses evenly.
- Lactic acid content
- Per formula, to maintain buffering capacity.
- Microbiology
- Tested at a GLP / ISO 17025-accredited laboratory.
- Preservative efficacy
- Preservative efficacy (challenge) test on the final formula.
- Color and odor
- Stable after aging; betel leaf extract tends to darken.
- Packaging compatibility
- Monitored for pump performance and leakage.
Claims
Writing claims within the cosmetic scope
This category is especially prone to advertising that goes beyond the cosmetic scope. Butter-C reviews the wording on the label and marketing materials while preparing the notification dossier.
Gently cleanses the external intimate area
Instead of: claims to act on bacteria, claims about fungi.
Mildly acidic pH, gentle on the external intimate skin
Instead of: balances the vaginal flora, drug-like claims about inflammation.
Cleanses gently for a fresh, comfortable feel
Instead of: drug-like claims about vaginal discharge, eliminates intimate odor.
Helps soothe feelings of discomfort
Instead of: makes itching go away like a medicine, drug-like claims about gynecological inflammation.
Directions
For external use only; do not douche internally; rinse thoroughly with water.
Warnings
Discontinue use if irritation occurs; if there is itching, unusual discharge or an unusual odor, see a doctor.
Manufacturing specifications
Available capabilities
- Format
- Clear liquid gel, solution, ready-to-use foam.
- Packaging format
- Pump bottles, foaming bottles, small sachets. Fill size agreed when selecting packaging.
- Minimum order quantity
- Agreed per order.
- Testing
- Performed at a GLP / ISO 17025-accredited laboratory; a certificate of analysis is supplied with each batch.
- Documentation
- Product Information File (PIF) and cosmetic product notification dossier prepared by Butter-C.
- Packaging
- Label design, printing and packing run in parallel with formula development.
Suggested product concept
Betel leaf and aloe vera feminine wash
A product concept to help you picture the possibilities, not a ready-made product for sale. The actual formula is developed to your brand positioning and price range.
Lactic acid
Keeps the pH mildly acidic.
Betel leaf and aloe vera
A traditional story with a soothing feel.
Gentle glucosides
Mild cleansing, no SLS.
150 ml pump bottle
A light, clean scent and discreet design.
Customization options
What you can specify
The same product type can target very different customers depending on the brand. Tell us your requirements in the areas below, and our team of pharmacists will develop a matching formula.
Featured ingredients
Betel leaf, aloe vera, chamomile, Lactobacillus ferment filtrate, licorice.
Format
Liquid gel, solution, ready-to-use foam.
Scent
Fragrance-free, light floral, herbal.
Target users
Daily use, postpartum women (subject to safety assessment), teenage girls.
Positioning
SLS-free, paraben-free — stated only to reflect the actual ingredients.
Packaging
Pump bottles, foaming bottles, small travel sachets.
Further reading
Related topics
Intimate moisturizing gel manufacturing
Moisturizing after cleansing.
Men's intimate wash manufacturing
A line designed for men.
Types of foaming agents
Choosing gentle cleansers (in Vietnamese).
Cosmetic labeling rules
How to write claims and warnings on the label (in Vietnamese).
How we work
From idea to finished batch
Eight steps and three milestones signed off by both sides: approved sample, notification number, finished batch. Step-by-step details →
Get started
Tell us about the product you plan to launch
Send us your product direction and expected volume. Our team will get back to you during business hours (Vietnam time, GMT+7).
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