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I have macerated my perfume for 3 months, but it still has a harsh alcohol smell. How can I reduce this odor?
How can I improve the hold or styling capability of my hair setting powder formulation? Which ingredients can be added to achieve better hold?
What is the appropriate gelatin bloom number and percentage for a blackhead peel-off mask, and is a formula with 5% Gelatin 160 Bloom, Water, Titanium, and Phenoxyethanol suitable?
Can TXC™ (Cetyl Tranexamate HCl) be used in a leave-on face cream, or is it an ingredient that requires rinsing off?
Seeking guidance on the process of making EDP perfume spray using a fixative blend of 12Fix and LipitSoft, including the correct mixing ratio for EDP, the preparation method for the fixative (1 part 12Fix to 2 parts LipitSoft, heating), and the optimal mixing order of fragrance oil, alcohol, and the fixative blend to prevent cloudiness.
I want to try making a facial essence for skin nourishment. Here is my planned formula. I am unsure about using Xanthan Gum (Phase D). Please review the formula and advise. **Formula:** * **Phase A:** * DI Water * Disodium EDTA 0.1% * **Phase B:** * Chamomile Ex. 5% * Litchi Ex. 5% * **Phase C:** * Propylene Glycol 0.3% * Panthenol 2% * Cucumber EX. 5% * Glycerin 2% * **Phase D:** * Xanthan Gum (ยังไม่แน่ใจค่ะ) * **Phase E:** * Rose Water 5% * **Phase F:** * Ethylhexylglycerin 0.1%
Please review the feasibility and potential challenges of the provided formula for a Daily Leave-In Conditioning Mist intended for severely damaged hair, aiming for a smooth, moisturized, and lightweight finish. The formula includes ingredients like Polyquaternium-7, Aloe Vera Extract, Glycerin, HeatPlex™, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Wheat, and Silk Proteins, Hydrolyzed Collagen, HairPLEX™, Amino Acids, Panthenol, Vitamin E, Preservative, Evening Primrose Oil, Citric Acid, and Polysorbate 20.
How to use Carbomer Ultrez 30 in a clear shampoo formula, specifically regarding the timing of pH adjustment, its compatibility with Cocamidopropyl Betaine and non-ionic surfactants (without anionics), and recommendations for alternative thickeners suitable for clear formulas with a wide pH range?
Can CysWhite™ (Cysteamine HCL) be mixed with Absolue Soft Cream Base, and what additional ingredients would be needed for this mixture?
Seeking alternative sunscreen ingredients or bases with less odor, as SPF Protect Ultra™ II has a strong, difficult-to-control smell even with an odor mask, especially when used at higher concentrations.
What happens if the recommended active ingredient limit (e.g., 10%) in a ready-made cream base is exceeded?
What is the specific extraction method and which part of the plant is used to produce Wakame extract sold by MySkinRecipes?
Why does a gel cream formulation containing Carbopol 940 become liquid after adding Wakame Extract, and how can this viscosity loss be fixed?
What is the final concentration of Tranexamic Acid if 10g of another active ingredient is added to 100g of Nano-TXA™ base (3% Tranexamic Acid Nano Emulsion, Penetration Base)?
How to formulate a Water-in-Oil emulsion using specific ingredients including Retinal-EZ, LipidSoft DS, Vitamin E, glycols, Fractionated Coconut Oil, DMI, Perfect-A 10, Pure-Bakuchiol, Squalane, and Polysorbate 20, including mixing procedure and proportions?
What is the specific percentage of Niacinamide in the "Facial Moisturizing Lotion (Compare to Cerave)" product?
I want to mix Eucalyptus Oil 40 ml with Alcohol 95% 60 ml. What should I add to help? Because when mixed, it becomes cloudy white, even though it doesn't separate into layers, it's cloudy. After leaving it for two or three days, white precipitate forms in small pieces. If I put this into a spray can, it will definitely clog the nozzle. Is mixing just these two ingredients normally sufficient? Do I need to add any other helper substances?
What ingredients can be used in L-Carnitine products (such as ready-to-drink or powder) to mask its characteristic odor and prevent it from turning yellow over time?
When mixing oil-based fragrance with Ethyl Alcohol and Diffuser Base Type 1, phase separation occurs. How can I make the mixture homogeneous?
Can water essence formulations using ferment filtrates and hydrogel be made without adding extra preservatives, considering the base ingredients already contain components like 1,2-Hexanediol and Hydroxyacetophenone?
