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I have formulated a liquid matte lipstick with the following components: * Isododecane (25%) * Cyclomethicone (20%) * Dimethicone * Kaolin * Matte Silica (15%) * Squalene (8%)...

Cosmetics Dispersion Formulation Adjustment Liquid Lipstick Opacity Texture
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I want to make liquid soap for personal use. I found a rough formula online with the following ingredients: 1. Sodium lauryl ether sulfate 2. Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate 3....

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Liquid Soap Skin Brightening Usage Percentage pH Adjustment
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I made a gel using Carbomer and Triethanolamine (TEA) in water. The gel turned watery after a few days, and when applied to the skin, it caused a temporary whitening and...

Cosmetics Gel Ingredient Ratio Skin Irritation Stability pH Adjustment
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Suggestion for MySkinRecipes Expert to offer customizable cream testers, allowing customers to add specific ingredients (e.g., Aloe Vera extract) to the tester product.

Cosmetics Cream Custom Order Ingredient Addition Product Suggestion Tester Product
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I am experiencing pilling (forming flakes) with my cream formulation after application. The staff has requested the following details to help diagnose the issue: * Formula and...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Mixing Procedure Pilling Texture
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I have a formula containing multiple whitening agents: Azelaic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha Arbutin. * Can this formula be mixed? * Are there concerns about potential skin...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Suitability Preservation Serum Skin Irritation
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Is Hydro Gel (Biosaccharide Gum-1) no longer available for sale at the store?

Cosmetics Gel Gelling Agent Product Availability Product Inquiry Raw Material
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I have made a cream for oily skin using Light Cream Maker or Pro Polymer, but the texture is still sticky. I want to make it less sticky. I plan to try adding LipidSoft to the...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Oily Skin Stickiness Texture Modification
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I would like to inquire about making a clear base that provides a dewy, glowing skin finish with fine shimmer but does not make the face oily. I am a person with combination...

Cosmetics Clarity Gel Glossiness Non-oily Texture Shimmer
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What are the differences in effectiveness, stability, and texture between the "Vitamin C E Ferulic Pre-Mix Kit" and the "Stabilized Vitamin C (Natural-C Glycol™) Serum"? Which...

Cosmetics Effectiveness Ingredient Comparison Serum Stability Texture
Posted by ping-pong_9
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I am making my own serum and encountered issues with the gel maker, Pro Polymer™, which did not dissolve properly and formed lumps despite mixing. Previously, I received advice...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Formation Hydration Mixing Procedure Serum Formulation
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I am developing a rinse-off formula (body wash/shampoo) using the following ingredients: * Creatine 0.5% * Phenoxyethanol 1% * EDTA 0.2% * glycerin 5% * Sulfate Free Shampoo...

Cosmetics Ingredient Function Liquid Soap Shampoo Stability Viscosity
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I am developing a tamarind scrub formulation using natural ingredients like tamarind pulp, honey, and turmeric powder. I am experiencing mold growth in the product. I...

Cosmetics Anti-fungal Microbial Contamination Natural Formulation Preservation Scrub
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I am trying to create an underarm lotion for sweat/odor control, whitening, and smoothing (addressing ingrown hairs and chicken skin). My previous attempt using `Satin Cream...

Cosmetics Lotion Skin Brightening Stability Sweat Reduction Underarm Application
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I am making a lip butter formulation packaged in a jar, which will be applied with fingers. I need recommendations for suitable preservatives. The staff initially suggested...

Cosmetics Challenge Test Lip Balm Microbial Contamination Preservation Shelf Life
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Why is thickening needed for liquid soap/shower cream texture? What is its purpose, and what types of thickeners are used?

Cosmetics Liquid Soap Shower Cream Texture Thickener Viscosity
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I would like to provide feedback regarding the labels on the syringes I received. The labels for Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) and PE-1 Aqua are sticking together and are not...

Cosmetics Ingredient Identification Packaging Product Inquiry Raw Material Serum
Posted by art57110
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What factors affect product stability (such as temperature and light), and what specific equipment and accelerated methods are used for stability testing?

Cosmetics Formulation Testing Light Sensitivity Stability Stability Testing Temperature Control
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I have a formula for a cream and have a history of allergy to `Activated Resorcinol™ (4-butyl Resorcinol)`. My formula includes `Sym-White™ (Phenylethyl Resorcinol)`,...

Cosmetics Allergy Cream Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Alternatives Stability
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I am trying to create a night whitening cream formula using the following ingredients and percentages. However, I'm encountering issues. Could you please review and advise on...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Ratio Skin Brightening Skin Irritation
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