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I am currently receiving acne treatment at a clinic, which includes laser (magic light), monthly visits for acne procedures (extraction, inflammatory acne injection, facial...
I have a formula for a product and I used SiliSolve Plus™ at 1%. The staff confirmed this percentage is correct. However, when applied, the product feels sticky and leaves a...
What is the difference between "Virgin" and "Refined" oils/butters? Are the following products from MySkinRecipes refined or unrefined? * Argan Oil (Organic - Virgin) * Shea...
I am planning to use NaturePreserve™ Ultra (Gluconolactone & Sodium Benzoate) as a preservative in my formulation. I have some questions regarding its compatibility with...
When formulating an oil control gel, I encounter clumping and precipitation after adding French Pine Bark Extract and Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide). How can I prevent this issue?
Considering a gel formula for oily skin aimed at treating melasma, based on previous discussions using Pro Polymer for texture and including Disodium EDTA, which anti-aging...
Could you please compare the differences between the following three Vitamin C options: * Vitamin C E Ferulic Pre-Mix Kit * Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) * Stabilized...
Can a Glycolic Acid formula with a concentration not exceeding 10% be left on the skin? What is the recommended pH range for AHA to be effective?
I am developing a Vitamin C serum formula for single-use ionto treatment. My current formula includes: * Water (rest) * Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 20% * Pro Polymer 1.5% * EDTA...
I want to create a simple melasma treatment formula using the following ingredients: * Tranexamic Acid 4% * Distilled water 95.2% * Phenoxyethanol 0.8% Is this formulation...
I have formulated a natural, moisturizing, non-irritating lotion with Coconut Oil, using the following composition: **Water Phase:** * Water (57%) * Hydro Gel (5%) * Aloevera...
Regarding a shampoo formulation using boiled kaffir lime water: * Will using boiled kaffir lime water introduce a high risk of microbial contamination? * Is the current...
I have a formula for a Vitamin C serum and would like to know about its texture and stability. The formula includes: * Water: 77% * SiliSolve™: 1% * Cyclomethicone: 5% * Pro...
I would like to make a liquid soap or cleanser with a pH of 5.5. How can I do this?
I am adjusting a gel formulation. I plan to add Licorice Extract and Vitamin B12, reducing the water percentage accordingly to keep the total at 100%. I also want to add 3%...
Based on an attempt to formulate a Vitamin C serum containing Ferulic Acid, which was noted as not possible due to the need for a solvent for Ferulic Acid (like...
Hello, I need some advice. If my cream formulation contains electrolytes such as Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, DMAE, etc., when using an emulsifier to create the cream texture, I...
I am formulating a night facial oil for normal to dry skin with concerns about wrinkles, melasma, and freckles. I plan to use Argan Oil and Rose Hip Oil as the base. 1. What...
How should I store the unmixed Vitamin C E Ferulic pre-mixed kit?
My L-Carnitine powder, stored at room temperature in a plastic bottle, has become wet and creamy before its expiry date. Is it still usable?