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Usage and Solubility of Aluminum Monostearate

I would like to ask about `Aluminum monostearate`: * How is it used? * Should it be dissolved in water or oil?

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Oil Gelling Solubility Stabilizer Thickener
Posted by kajohnyot.hir
Stability and Efficacy of Hexylresorcinol AF in Low pH Formulations (pH 3.0-3.5)

I am planning to use `Hexylresorcinol AF` in a formulation with a pH of 3.0-3.5. * Will this active ingredient remain stable and effective when used in a formula with this pH range?

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Active Ingredient Stability Whitening pH Stability
Posted by meechai25081975
Fragrance Solubility and Separation Issues in Silicone-Based Hair Oil Serum

I am making a `Hair Oil Serum` with the following formulation. The mixture is clear before adding the fragrance, but once the fragrance is added, it becomes cloudy and the...

Cosmetics Aesthetic Appearance Anhydrous Formulation Hair Serum Phase Separation Solubility
Posted by nararat.maq
DiffuseFix and Alcohol Usage in Reed Diffuser Formulations

If I add `DiffuseFix` to a **diffuser fragrance** formula, do I still need to add alcohol?

Cosmetics Alcohol Formulation Fragrance Diffusion Reed Diffuser Scent Fixation Solvents
Posted by Anonymous
Natural substitutes for Symbiosolv, Olivem 2090, and Sapogel/Sucragel

I'm looking for the following ingredients for my skincare formulation, but I could not find them on your website: * `Symbiosolv clear plus MB` * `Olivem 2090` * `Sapogel Q` or...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Emulsification Natural Substitute Oil Gel Solubility
Posted by chopra.akta
Usage and Guidelines for PDLLA in Skin Cream Formulations

* Can **PDLLA** or `Poly(D,L-lactide)` be used as an ingredient in skin creams? * How should it be used in a formulation?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Anti-aging Controlled Release Cream Solubility
Posted by Anonymous
Lightweight Water-Resistant Tone-Up Sun Serum (SPF 30) Formulation

Please provide a formulation and the required percentages for a body sunscreen with the following specifications: * **SPF 30** * **Tone-up effect:** Slight skin brightening. *...

Cosmetics Lightweight Texture Serum Sun Protection Tone Up Waterproof
Posted by nararat.maq
Solving Cloudiness and Separation in Reed Diffuser Formulations

I am making a Reed Diffuser with the following formulation: * `Dipropylene glycol`: 50% * `Ethyl alcohol`: 30% * `Essential oil`: 20% I found that the solution is still cloudy...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Phase Separation Reed Diffuser Solubility Turbidity
Posted by dear.chikin
Optimal pH and Base Compatibility for QD-365 Anti-Acne Complex

I have some questions regarding `QD-365 Anti-Acne Complex`: * What is the recommended pH level for the formulation? * Does it require an acid-resistant base?

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Acne Treatment Active Ingredient Stability Base Compatibility pH
Posted by purchase.cosmolink
Solving Fragrance Separation in Anhydrous Body Oil Formulations

I am developing an anhydrous body oil formula with the following ingredients: * Natural oils * `White Oil` However, I am experiencing issues with the separation of the oil and...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Body Oil Coupling Agent Fragrance Solubility Phase Separation
Posted by wanwisa.k.nirvanacorp
Using Alkanes as a Reed Diffuser Base

Can this substance be used as an ingredient to create a `reed diffuser base`?

Cosmetics Absorption Fragrance Diffusion Reed Diffuser Volatility Wicking
Posted by Anonymous
Safety and Usage of Plankton Artemia Extract in Lipsticks

Can `Plankton Artemia Extract` be used in lipsticks that might enter the mouth? I am concerned about the safety if it is accidentally ingested.

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Ingestion Lip Care Lipstick Safety
Posted by Anonymous
Mixing Ectoin with Moisturizing Lotion Base (Compare to Cetaphil)

I would like to ask if it is possible to mix `Ectoin` into the `Moisturizing Lotion Base (Compare to Cetaphil)`. If it is possible, could you please provide a recommended...

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Stability Lotion Preservation Product Customization Skin Protection
Posted by uchinanan
Solubilizing Palmitoyl Glycine in Water-Based Serum with Syn-Ake Compatibility

For use in a water-based serum: * Can I dissolve `Pal Gly` in `Flora Solve Clear` (as this is already being used for essential oil fragrance)? * Or should I use `Propanediol`,...

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Combination Active Ingredient Stability Serum Solubility Solubilizer
Posted by codyleedeboer
Adding Fragrance Oils to Shampoo and Hand Wash Bases

For shampoo and body wash products, I would like to use the following cosmetic-grade fragrances: * `Blooming Bouquet` (compare to Miss Dior): 5 grams * `English Pear & Freesia`...

Cosmetics Clarity Fragrance Solubility Hand Wash Shampoo Viscosity
Posted by bibi.phimlada
Solubility of Brilliant Blue (Blue No. 1) in Alcohol

Can the following two types of `Brilliant Blue`, `Blue No.1 (CI42090)` be dissolved in alcohol? * Standard version * Water-soluble version

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Stability Alcohol Formulation Hand Sanitizer Perfume Solubility
Posted by Anonymous
Compatibility and Staining of Brilliant Blue (CI42090) in Hand Sanitizer

Can `Brilliant Blue, Blue No.1 (CI42090) (Water-Soluble)` be mixed into hand sanitizers that use Ethanol or IPA as a base? The color has the following specifications: -...

Cosmetics Alcohol Formulation Hand Sanitizer Solubility Staining UV Stability
Posted by sakarwratk
Composition of Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) Oil Powder (70%)

Regarding the product `Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) Oil Powder (70%)`: * I would like to know what the remaining 30% of the ingredients consist of.

Food Active Ingredient Amount Calculation Dietary Supplement Ingredient Composition Powder
Posted by pimphanitarmarmarm
Stability of SureCreamâ„¢ at 1% Usage with 21% Oil/Silicone Phase

For a formula containing a **21%** `solvent phase` (oils and silicones), will `SureCreamâ„¢` (Non-Ionic Cream Maker, product ID 32593, Cosmetics grade) provide long-term...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsification Emulsion Stability Lotion Non-Ionic Formulation
Posted by garret.marek
Choosing the Correct Sugar for Skin Scrub Formulations

I am looking to purchase sugar to produce a **skin scrub**. * Could you please provide the specific product name so I can ensure I am selecting the correct one?

Cosmetics Abrasive Exfoliation Particle Size Scrub
Posted by giger0926