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I followed all the steps in a video to make a cream. Everything seemed fine until I added the preservative. After adding the preservative, the cream became liquid and spoiled,...

Cosmetics Cream Degradation Preservation Stability Texture
Posted by yongyee0
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What ingredients are used in a powder mask formulation that, when mixed with water, becomes a thick gel and then solidifies into a peelable film when dry? Specifically, how...

Cosmetics Face Mask Gel Formation Peel-off Mask Solidification Texture
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My cream/lotion formulation **pills** ("กลายเป็นขี้ไคล") when massaged onto the skin. I am using a handheld blender and have tried different emulsifiers. * With **Light Cream...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsifier Mixing Procedure Pilling Texture
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I have goat milk powder that has turned yellow. I store it in a clear sachet. Why did it turn yellow, and is a clear sachet suitable packaging? I understand that ingredients...

Cosmetics Color Changing Light Sensitivity Moisture Sensitivity Powder Stability
Posted by armylove7899
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I have two questions about PE-1 Aqua: 1. Does PE-1 Aqua reduce the absorption of oil-soluble active ingredients? 2. Does PE-1 Aqua dissolve in water, especially in a formula...

Cosmetics Dispersion Ingredient Interaction Penetration Enhancer Thickener Water-based Formulation
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Regarding a formulation containing **AHA 10%** and **BHA 2%**: 1. Would a pH of 4.08 be sufficiently effective? 2. Is it better to adjust the pH of the product to 3.5?

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Cosmetic Formulation Effectiveness pH Adjustment pH Suitability
Posted by ball.or
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I need advice on formulating a car wax. My current base is made of: * Carnauba Wax 50% * Fractionated Coconut Oil 20% * Olive Oil 30% The resulting texture is not a soft cream...

Cosmetics Drying Speed Emulsification Slip Texture Texture Modification
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I have a formula for a "whitening Day&Night Cream (for Normal Skin)" and would like advice on adjusting its texture and the correct mixing procedure. I want the cream to have a...

Cosmetics Cream Mixing Procedure Oil-in-Water Skin Brightening Texture Modification
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I made an AHA 5% cream using 'Light Cream Maker'. The initial pH was 2.7. When I adjusted the pH to 3.5 using Triethanolamine, the cream turned liquid. * Why did this happen? *...

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Cream Stability Viscosity pH Adjustment
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I have developed a cream formulation to treat melasma, freckles, dark spots, dry skin, and wrinkles. Could you please review the formula below and provide feedback on its...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Hydration Skin Brightening Skin Irritation
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What are water-based skincare products (essences)? How do they compare to creams and gels in terms of texture and composition? What about their absorption and efficacy,...

Cosmetics Absorption Penetration Enhancer Serum Texture Thickener
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I have a serum formulation and would like to know if it can be mixed, if pH adjustment is necessary, and what the shelf life is, especially regarding Vitamin C degradation....

Cosmetics Degradation Serum Shelf Life Stability pH Adjustment
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Can `Ceramide Complex` be used in a hot process formulation? If so, at which step should it be added, considering its properties?

Cosmetics Cream Gel Heat Sensitive Hot Process Formulation Ingredient Addition
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How to use Disodium EDTA in a formulation? What is the recommended percentage, and how should it be mixed?

Cosmetics Chelating Agent Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Ratio Mixing Procedure Stability
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What is the main ceramide in the product CeraTouch? What are the differences between Ceramide 1, 3, and 6 II, particularly regarding their absorption into the skin?

Cosmetics Hydration Ingredient Function Molecular Size Skin Absorption Skin Barrier Repair
Posted by chutichai.joes
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Based on the following ingredient list, which ingredients are negatively charged (anionic)? Ingredients: * Water (Aqua) * Butylene Glycol * Glycerin * Calendula Officinalis...

Cosmetics Compatibility Ingredient Charge Ingredient Function Serum Water-based Formulation
Posted by kanyarach
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I have a liquid product that separates into two layers. When shaken, it turns milky, but then separates again over time. The pink color seems to stay only in the oil layer. Can...

Cosmetics Bi-Phase Formulation Coloring Emulsion Phase Separation Solubility
Posted by senorita-alice
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What is the status of the gel-type stabilized vitamin C product, Natural-C Glycol™? Has it been discontinued, and if so, why?

Cosmetics Discontinuation Gel Ingredient Availability
Posted by nuypr
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My `Pro Polymer™ Silk` powder has hardened. What is the cause of this hardening, and can I still use the product? If so, how should I incorporate the hardened powder into my...

Cosmetics Gelling Agent Hard Texture Mixing Procedure Moisture Sensitivity Solubility
Posted by taeioyou
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Hello, I'm a beginner. Could you please answer my question? Regarding the **container** for mixing Double Hyaluronic Acid, can I use a glass beaker and stir with a glass rod...

Cosmetics DIY Formulation Equipment Issue Mixing Procedure Serum Solubility
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