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I am new to this website and cosmetic formulation. I have two questions: 1. Regarding raw ingredients like **Vitamin B3**, **Azelaic Acid**, and **Vitamin C** sold in...
My cream formula has a pH around 6.5-7. Will this pH affect the stability and efficacy of Green Tea Extract (EGCG)? If so, how should I adjust the pH, and when is the best time...
My eye cream formulation, which uses phenoxyethanol as a preservative, causes a burning sensation and tearing around the eyes. What could be the reason for this irritation?
I want to create a facial spray using Hyaluronic Acid. I need the texture to be watery, non-greasy, and not leave a coating feel on the skin. What type of Hyaluronic Acid...
I am interested in creating a cleansing oil similar to DHC Deep Cleansing Oil. How can I formulate this type of product, focusing on the key ingredients and their functions? I...
In a sunscreen formulation where `LipidSoft™` is used as a solvent for sunscreen agents, if `RiceSorb™` is added, will `RiceSorb™` absorb the `LipidSoft™` in the formula, and...
When registering a cosmetic product with the FDA, how should the following ingredients be listed: * `Liquid Azelaic™` (Potassium azeloyl diglycinate) * `Light Cream Maker™`...
I have designed a gel formulation with the following ingredients: * Water: 75% * Propolymer: 2% * Nature Preserve: 1% * Green tea Extract: 3% * Vit B3: 4% * N-Acetyl-D...
I am interested in formulating two lip products: a gel lip balm for treating dark lips and a sunscreen lip gloss. For the gel lip balm for dark lips, I was initially...
I am formulating a product using Lactobacillus/Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Ferment Extract and Ascorbyl Palmitate. I have the following questions: * Can both ingredients...
Is it possible to create a single cream that combines **anti-wrinkle**, **whitening** (specifically for freckles and melasma), and **moisturizing** properties for normal to dry...
Could you provide a formulation for a 50% AHA treatment gel (wash-off type), similar to those used in clinics? I'd like to know the ingredients and instructions, including...
I am developing a whitening and anti-acne cream formulation and would like to confirm the usability of the ingredient percentages and understand the mixing steps. Here is the...
I sweat heavily on my face. What type of sunscreen formulation, specifically regarding the base (e.g., silicone vs. water-based), is best to ensure it remains effective and...
Could you please recommend plant-based oils and butters that are suitable for applying to severely dry areas like heels and elbows?
Can I mix cosmetic oils like Squalane, Rose Hip Oil, and Argan Oil together? Will mixing them reduce their effectiveness? Also, how does high concentration oil (85-95%) absorb...
I am formulating a product with Activated Resorcinol™ 1%. I have two questions: 1. If I use a pure oil formulation with Fractionated Coconut Oil and Activated Resorcinol™ 1%...
In a cosmetic formulation, if I already have Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), is it necessary to also include Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride)? What...
Could you please provide information on the raw materials and solvent needed to make **fragrance oil for reed diffusers**? I would also appreciate the method, necessary...
I am making a skin whitening oil formulation using **Perfect-C** (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate), **Fractionated Coconut Oil**, and **Olive Oil**. 1. Do I need to add a...
