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I want to make a hair tonic using only natural oils, without chemicals like Ethyl Alcohol. Is this possible? If so, what ingredients and ratios should I use, and how should I apply it?

Cosmetics Alcohol-Free Formulation Hair Tonic Natural Formulation Oil Texture
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I am 28 years old and have skin concerns including loss of firmness, nasolabial folds, under-eye wrinkles, oily but dehydrated skin, minor freckles, acne scars, and lack of...

Cosmetics Compatibility Hyperpigmentation Serum Skin Darkening Wrinkle Reduction
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I am experiencing separation issues with my mousse sunscreen formula using SiliSolve Plus™ and Silicone Blender. The staff mentioned their test in a beaker sealed with plastic...

Cosmetics Phase Separation Stability Sun Protection Sunscreen Formulation Water-in-Oil
Posted by aon.ohn
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Regarding the formulation of a liquid oil soap for dry skin using Oil Soap™: 1. What is the minimum percentage of Oil Soap™ needed to prevent phase separation in the formula?...

Cosmetics Ingredient Function Liquid Soap Oil-based Formulation Phase Separation Preservation
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I have the standard Salicylic Acid (BHA) powder. The staff mentioned that this type is difficult to dissolve in water and can become unstable or solidify at low temperatures,...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Powder Solubility Solvents Topical Application
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I want to make a gel formulation using Glycolic Acid (AHA) 100% Powder. * Is it correct that if I use 20g of Glycolic Acid 100% Powder in a total formulation weight of 100g...

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Concentration Gel Viscosity
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How can I formulate a herbal cream using ingredients like WhiteCumin™ 2x, WhiteCumin™, and Plai oil? Please provide a basic guide on the cream structure, how to incorporate...

Cosmetics Cream Herbal Formulation Ingredient Addition Mixing Procedure Stability
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I have two questions regarding cosmetic formulation: 1. For a cracked heel cream, what ingredients are necessary, and what is the mixing method? The staff recommended `Glycolic...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Cracked Heels Cream Hyperpigmentation Lip Gloss
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Regarding hair coloring pigments, specifically **Basic Violet** and **Basic Blue**, are these available for sale? Are there plans to import semi-permanent pigments for...

Cosmetics Formulation Testing Hair Colorant Ingredient Availability Pigment Semi-Permanent Color
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My brother has steroid-induced acne and sensitive skin. I found a product that claims to "push out old acne". Is this product suitable for his condition, or should he use a...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Ingredient Suitability Sensitive Skin Skin Barrier Repair Soothing Effect
Posted by rabbitizz_cuite_alone
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I am developing a brightening and anti-aging serum formula for my skin, which is combination (sometimes oily, sometimes dry), aged 25, with wrinkles, dullness, and signs of...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Interaction Serum Skin Brightening
Posted by seaoui1986
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How can I obtain the exact percentage breakdown of each ingredient within the preservative products Global Guard™ and Phenonip® P4, as required for FDA (อย.) registration?...

Cosmetics FDA Registration Ingredient Declaration Preservation Raw Material Technical Documents
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I am looking for a **lightweight sunscreen formula** suitable for **acne-prone**, easily **clogged**, **combination skin** that provides **SPF 50+** and **PA++++** protection....

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Cream Light Texture Sun Protection Sunscreen Formulation
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Could you provide a formulation for a color-changing lip gloss or lip balm? I understand the color change (to pink or red) is caused by a pigment that reacts to moisture and...

Cosmetics Color Changing Formulation Examples Lip Balm Lip Gloss pH Suitability
Posted by kornrawan
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What is the difference between Swiss grade and China grade Alpha Arbutin? Some brands emphasize using Swiss grade Alpha Arbutin (like from DSM) over China grade.

Cosmetics Effectiveness Ingredient Comparison Ingredient Origin Ingredient Quality Skin Brightening
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What are suitable and affordable moisturizing ingredients to add to a sunscreen formulation? Do ingredients like `Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethicone Crosspolymer`,...

Cosmetics Cost-effectiveness Hydration Ingredient Function Sunscreen Formulation Texture
Posted by kaewsmith
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I need a formulation with medium coverage and a medium white/beige color, similar to the example shown. Is the following formulation suitable for this purpose? * Silicone Gel...

Cosmetics Color Adjustment Coverage Foundation Sun Protection Texture
Posted by womenlulla
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In a formula containing 3% Pentylene Glycol, can I add 1% Phenoxyethanol SA? Based on the information I've read, 3% Pentylene Glycol helps boost the effectiveness of Phenoxyethanol SA.

Cosmetics Effectiveness Ingredient Interaction Preservation
Posted by womenlulla
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I have formulated two products and am experiencing issues with their texture and absorption: **1. Anti-Aging Serum** Formula: * Hyaluronic Acid (nano) 0.3% * Hyaluronic Acide...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Lotion Serum Skin Absorption Texture
Posted by rattida_yui
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I have several questions about cosmetic ingredients: 1. Microcrystalline Wax has a melting point of 76-84°C. If it cools down to 20°C, will it solidify quickly? 2. Does Cera...

Cosmetics Coloring Hardness Non-staining Solidification Waxes
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