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I am developing a cream formulation for skin whitening and melasma treatment using the following ingredients: * Liquid Azelaic™ (Azelaic Acid 10%) * Alpha-Arbutin (2%) *...
How can I create a pudding-like cream texture using polymers like Pro Polymer™? What are the differences between Pro Polymer™ and Reshape Gel™ for achieving this texture,...
How can I create a hard cream base formulation, similar to a butter cream base, using ingredients like Shea Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, and emulsifiers? What is a sample formula,...
I want to add oil to a gel formulation. What will the resulting texture be (will it still be a gel or become a cream)? Which ingredients can I use to achieve this, such as Pro...
Can I add Aloe Vera and Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) to my BHA time release gel formulation? I am concerned about potential irritation from BHA and the need for preservatives. What...
I am formulating a lip balm that requires a heating step. I want to use Zinc Oxide in the formula. I have seen information suggesting that Zinc Oxide should not be exposed to...
I have several questions regarding cream formulations: 1. Regarding Light Cream Maker: * It is stated that Light Cream Maker can emulsify 50% oil and 10% silicone. What...
I have some questions regarding specific cosmetic ingredients and their properties: 1. What is the maximum safe concentration for Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (Perfect-C™),...
How should I mix the following serum formula? Should I mix all ingredients together, or mix the water and oil phases separately before combining them? **Water Phase...
Could you please provide an update on the stock availability and expected arrival time for the following products: * Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (aka Pitera) * Galactomyces...
I want to make a DIY serum similar to Bakel Thio-c using the following ingredients: * `Hamamelis virginiana water` * `Ascorbic acid` * `Glycerin` * `Glutathione` *...
I have several questions regarding cosmetic formulation: 1. Can **Tranexamic acid** be included in a sunscreen formula? Are there any compatibility issues, specifically with...
What is the main component and INCI name of SugarThick™ (PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate) that needs to be declared for FDA registration? Is it vegetable-derived?
I made a serum formulation for a friend with very sensitive skin. After using it, she experienced small bumps. The formulation included: * Silky Serum Base * Repair Activator *...
I'm formulating a product using Reshape Gel. I have a few questions: * Can I make the Reshape Gel base first and then add other ingredients? * Is Disodium EDTA necessary when...
Based on the previous discussion (and Chalermlap's recommendation), I am trying to create a cream texture. Can I use `Laureth-23` alone to achieve this texture? If `Laureth-23`...
I would like feedback and suggestions on two serum formulations I am developing: **Formula 1: Anti-Aging Serum (Face)** * Alovala Base (65%) * DMAE (SkinTight MD™) Liquid (20%)...
I want to understand the correct usage percentage for Kinetin. Information states that pure Kinetin active ingredient (100% Kinetin) has a usage rate of 0.1-0.2%. If I use a...
I've been working outdoors recently for about a week, under an aluminum roof that gets very hot with the sun penetrating through. I feel my skin has become darker and rougher,...
I have questions about SKIN-DEFENSE®: 1. Can SKIN-DEFENSE® be used to reduce acne inflammation or steroid allergy? I saw information on the website saying it has steroid-like...