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I am looking for a sunscreen formula from MySkinRecipes that is suitable for: * Oily skin with minor clogged pores * Outdoor use (hot environment, not direct sun exposure) *...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Ingredient Addition Oily Skin Outdoor Sports Application Sunscreen Formulation
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I am trying to make a cream formulation with the following ingredients: * Water phase + Extracts (Group A): * Allantoin 0.35% * Propylene Glycol 5% * Collagen 0.4% * Arbutin 2%...

Cosmetics Clumping Cream Emulsification Phase Separation Pilling
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I have combination skin with an oily T-zone, blackheads on my nose, and dry, peeling cheeks and forehead with redness and uneven skin tone. I am developing a serum formulation...

Cosmetics Combination Skin Electrolyte Tolerance Formulation Adjustment Mixing Procedure Serum
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I have questions regarding the ingredients in my cosmetic formulation: * What are the functions of Yellow 5 (Cl 19140) and Red 40 (Cl 16035)? Can they be omitted? * What are...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Function Ingredient Interaction Preservation Serum
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I have questions regarding several ingredients and a specific formulation: 1. **RiceSorb and AminoSilk:** Can RiceSorb and AminoSilk (at around 3%) be mixed and applied to the...

Cosmetics Mixing Procedure Oil Cleansing Gel Oil Gellant Phase Separation Texture
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I have questions about formulating a serum with the following active ingredients: * Perfect C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) 15% * Repair Activator 10% 1. I'm confused about...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Oily Skin Serum Silicone-Free Texture
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I have a water-based facial gel formulation that does not contain alcohol. I want to incorporate Phenoxyethanol and Mild Preserved™ into this gel. Phenoxyethanol is...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Gel Mixing Procedure Preservation Solubility
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I want to mix Apple Stem Cell Extract (AppleCell™ Powder) into a serum. Can I mix a small amount on my hand each time I use it, or should I mix a larger amount into the entire...

Cosmetics Ingredient Addition Mixing Procedure Serum Solubility Usage Percentage
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Given that both `SiliSolve™` and `SiliSolve Plus™` are listed with the same INCI name, `PEG-10 Dimethicone`, why is `SiliSolve Plus™` able to emulsify a significantly higher...

Cosmetics Emulsification Emulsifier INCI Name Ingredient Function Oil Compatibility
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Regarding the 250ml beaker: * Are there actual product photos available? * Does the beaker have measurement units in both milliliters (ML) and ounces (OZ), or only ML?

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Equipment Precise Measurement Product Inquiry
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I am making an acne gel using the following ingredients: * `Acne Bee` * `Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (LHA) Liquid` * `Vitamin B3 (Safe-B3™)` * `Pro Polymer` * `Phenoxyethanol` I...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Gel Skin Brightening Texture Turbidity
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I would like to request a formulation recipe for a mineral powder base from the expert. I used to use a mineral powder base from an American brand, but I can't find it for sale...

Cosmetics DIY Formulation Formulation Examples Mineral Makeup Powder Texture
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When melting 100% Shea Butter for repackaging, I've noticed that it sometimes becomes grainy or sandy after it solidifies. Why does this happen, and what is the correct method...

Cosmetics Crystallization Grainy Texture Plant Butter Temperature Control Texture
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I have two questions regarding cosmetic formulations, specifically lotions and lip balms: 1. Can cooking oils purchased from the supermarket be used in cosmetic formulations...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Lip Balm Lotion Rancidity Stability
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I am making a riceberry gel and have some questions about the formulation: * Can I store the gel in the refrigerator without using preservatives? * Can I use other gelling...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Gel Gelling Agent Ingredient Alternatives Preservation
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I want to use an anhydrous base, specifically Petrolatum jelly, for Activated Resorcinol to prevent color change. Can I mix the Activated Resorcinol powder directly into...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Color Changing Preservation Solubility Stability
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Cosmetics General Question
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I have two questions regarding the application of oils on the skin: * Can Argan Oil be applied purely on the skin? * If I use Moringa Oil on my face along with my regular serum...

Cosmetics Cream Facial Use Oil Serum Usage Method
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As a beginner, I would like to formulate a serum using **Silky Serum Base (Face/Eye)**. Could you provide a recommended formula using this base? I am also interested in the...

Cosmetics Formulation Examples Mixing Procedure Oil Control Serum Skin Brightening
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I have questions regarding using glycolic acid: 1. I mixed it using grams: `glycolic acid 10 กรัม` with `นัำ 90 กรัม`. Will this result in a 10% concentration, equivalent to...

Cosmetics Concentration Preservation Serum Usage Method Wash-off Application
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