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Regarding **Aloe Vera Extract (FullAssay)**, the product description mentions mixing in the water phase with a pH between 3.5-7. 1. What is its heat resistance? My water phase is at 75-80°C. 2. Can it be added during the cool-down phase (below 40°C) instead? 3. Can it be used to balance the pH of a Clay Pomade containing Kaolin? Also, do you have **Aloe Vera Juice** with INCI Name: ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF available? I see it used by formulators abroad due to its lower cost compared to Aloe Vera Extract. If not currently available, will it be sold in the future?
Does Pectin (Low Ester, from Apple, DE 36-40%) require heat during formulation?
I am seeking technical support regarding Vitamin E and Menthol beads. I observed that these beads did not disperse in water even after 12 hours and also did not stain hair. A photo was provided for reference.
I have a ready-made peel-off mask that sets too slowly. I want it to set faster. Is the correct method to mix **Peel-Off Mask Base (Opaque White, Fast Setting)** with **Peel-Off Mask Base (Opaque White, Slow Setting)**? Also, when I add active powders like Menthol, **Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide)**, and **Panthenol (Vitamin B5, DL-Panthenol, Powder)**, the powder becomes uneven and clumps. How can I mix these active powders without using a machine?
I am formulating a facial cleansing cream using saponification with fatty acids (Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Lauric acid) and Beeswax with KOH. I'm encountering two main issues: 1. When mixing KOH into the fats/waxes at a hot temperature (around 75°C), the mixture becomes very thick and viscous. 2. When the temperature drops to 25°C, the formula becomes liquid, like a lotion. Could you please explain why this is happening and suggest how to fix it? My formula contains the following ingredients: * Fatty acids (Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Lauric acid) * Beeswax * KOH * PQ7 * Glycerin * Polyethylene glycol * EDTA * PEG-90M * Fragrance * Preservative The pH of the formula is 9.2. I have tried aging the formula at 55°C for 4 weeks, and it showed no separation and normal texture. However, at 25°C, it becomes liquid like a lotion.
When making a body spray perfume (EDT), which method of using scent fixatives provides better fragrance longevity: using general musk (like `Bescents X (musk)`) or using specialized fixative products like `12H Fix™` and `Sugar Fix™`/`Musk Fix™`? Please compare the effectiveness of these options.
I have a serum formulation and would like to know if I can include Salicylic Acid liquid up to 2%. My formulation is as follows: 1. Water: 43.45% 2. HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose): 2.10% 3. Water: 30.00% 4. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): 5.00% 5. Allantoin: 0.10% 6. วิตามิน B5: 0.40% 7. ActiveProtec™ OX: 1.00% 8. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate: 1.00% 9. Zinc PCA: 1.00% 10. Salicylic Acid liquid: 2.00% 11. Centella Asiatica Extract: 3.00% 12. WaterLube™ Slip: 0.40% 13. Aloe Vera Extract: 5.00% 14. Glycerin: 5.00% 15. Phenoxyethanol & Ethylhexylglycerin: 0.50% 16. Tea Tree Oil: 0.05% Can I include 2% Salicylic Acid liquid in this formula? Will it cause irritation? If it causes irritation, do I need to adjust the pH or do anything else? (I have tested a batch, and there is no separation).
I need recommendations for gold powder or other ingredients to create a "gold mask" formulation. What options are available to achieve a gold color or shimmer effect, and what are the differences between them?
Could you recommend ingredients that can emulsify water and oil?
I am developing a new muscle pain relief cream. I have tried using **Freezeme** and **Cooltouch**. Could you please suggest other cooling agents that provide a stronger cooling sensation than these two?
Could you please recommend highly safe preservatives for clear water-based serum and gel formulations? The focus is on water-based products.
Good morning, I would like to inform you that the goods have arrived at their destination. Regarding HairPLEX, I wanted to know if it was possible to use this raw material for the marketing of cosmetics or if it is covered by a patent. If the answer is positive, I wanted to know how to consult the formulas uploaded on the site I await your kind regards Carmen Petronzi
Lecithin Granule is currently out of stock. Could you recommend any alternative ingredients that can be used instead?
I would like to inquire about the powders used to create a gel texture in oil. Could you please provide information on: * How many types are available? * Which specific types are they? * What is the price?
If I purchase a ready-made cream base from the company, can I register it with the FDA? Also, can I add other nourishing ingredients to it?
If we mix niacinamide with witch hazel, is there a chance of crystal formation?
When combining Niacinamide and Witch Hazel, is there a possibility of crystallization occurring, appearing as flower-like crystals? If so, what factors (like concentration or pH) contribute to this issue?
When combining Niacinamide and Witch Hazel in a formulation, is there a risk of crystallization, specifically forming crystal precipitates?
When combining Niacinamide and Witch Hazel, is there a possibility of crystallization occurring, appearing as "flower-like" crystals?
When combining Niacinamide and Witch Hazel in a formulation, is there a possibility of crystallization occurring, appearing as 'flower-like' crystals? What factors contribute to this?