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Upcoming Products/Ingredients

What new ingredients or products are expected to be released by the company this year, and when will they be available for purchase? Are there specific names or details...

Cosmetics Development Status Formulation Testing Future Import Product Availability Product Inquiry
Posted by seaoui1986
Cleaning New vs. Reused Packaging for Oil Mixture

I plan to mix Shea Nut Oil, Argan Oil, and Rosehip Oil and add fragrance oil. * Is this mixture stable, or will it spoil? * Is a pump bottle suitable for packaging this oil...

Cosmetics Cleaning Oil Pump Bottle Stability Sterilization
Posted by phumiphat.rapekhunsvapa
Adjusting Formula Consistency and Suitability for Eye Area (DMAE, Azelaic Acid)

I have a formula containing `DMAE 20%`, `Azelaic Acid 10%`, and `Light Cream Maker 3%`. Currently, its texture is like a serum, but I would like to make it thicker, like a...

Cosmetics Azelaic Acid Eye Care Formulation Adjustment Skin Irritation Texture Modification
Posted by mamujin1234
Anti-Aging Formulation: Adjusting Texture for Pump Bottle

Based on an anti-aging formulation containing ingredients like Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Matrixyl 3000, Lift-Now™, Rice Vitamin, Apricot Kernel Oil, Safe-B3™, WaterLock™,...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Mousse Texture Pump Bottle Texture Modification Viscosity
Posted by n_n_sp
Using Toner Before Vitamin C Serum

I purchased this kit and would like to know if I can use a toner before applying the Vitamin C serum. Will using a toner reduce the effectiveness of the Vitamin C serum?

Cosmetics Effectiveness Loss Ingredient Interaction Serum Skin Absorption Toner
Posted by tualekth
pH Adjustment and Viscosity in Gel Formulation with L-Carnitine, Sodium Lactate, Urea, and Sodium PCA

I am developing a gel formulation containing L-Carnitine (3%), Sodium Lactate (3%), Urea (3%), Sodium PCA (3%), Lemon Oil, and Pro Polymer. My target pH is 5.5. 1. Is Sodium...

Cosmetics Gel Hydration Ingredient Interaction Viscosity pH Adjustment
Posted by nipatladac
Adding Alpha Arbutin or Tranexamic Acid to Vitamin C E Ferulic Kit

Is it possible or recommended to add ingredients like Alpha Arbutin or Tranexamic Acid to the Vitamin C E Ferulic kit? What would be the effect on the formulation, particularly...

Cosmetics Effectiveness Loss Ingredient Interaction Serum Stability pH Adjustment
Posted by richaria.beaute
Comparison of SugarThick and Pro Polymer for Gel Formulations

What are the differences between SugarThick (PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate) and Pro Polymer (ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER) in terms of their properties...

Cosmetics Cleaning Emulsifier Surfactant Texture Thickener
Posted by monrada16
Ingredients for Acne Scars and Deionized Water in Formulation

I would like to inquire about: 1. The water shown in the image (which I cannot provide here). Is it deionized water, and is it related to formulations where EDTA cannot be...

Cosmetics Acne Scars Compatibility Effectiveness Ingredient Interaction Skin Irritation
Posted by naasuaysai
Shelf life of product with Phenoxyethanol preservative

Regarding the shelf life of a finished product using Phenoxyethanol as a preservative: If the raw material has a shelf life of approximately 1.5 years (longer if refrigerated),...

Cosmetics Microbial Contamination Preservation Raw Material Shelf Life Storage Conditions
Posted by himyangel
Digital Scale Accuracy and Calibration

My digital scale shows 100.04g when I place a 100g calibration weight on it. How can I calibrate the scale to show exactly 100.00g?

Cosmetics Accuracy Calibration Digital Scale
Posted by hatunya
Body Lotion Formulation for Very Dry Skin and Whitening

I have very dry body skin and tried a previous formula, but it made my skin feel even drier. I am looking for a professional formulation for a body lotion that provides high...

Cosmetics Hydration Lotion Non-sticky Texture Skin Brightening Skin Dryness
Posted by nuypr
Issues with Witch Hazel Powder Dissolution and Compatibility with Encapsulated BHA

# Questions regarding Witch Hazel (Extract 99% Tannins) Powder I am encountering two issues when working with Witch Hazel (Extract 99% Tannins) powder in my formulation: 1....

Cosmetics Clumping Compatibility Encapsulation Powder Precipitation
Posted by apisit-2014
Mixing Ratios for Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin for Body Skin Brightening & Kombuchka Info

I would like to inquire about the mixing details for skincare. - What is the required ratio for mixing Vit C with distilled water? For example, for 100g of distilled water, how...

Cosmetics DIY Formulation Ingredient Ratio Serum Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by viewvy_wow
Using Milk Frother for Cosmetic Mixing and Small Mixing Tools

Can a milk frother be used to mix cosmetic formulations in a 300ml beaker? Are there other small mixing tools suitable for this size?

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Equipment Formulation Suitability Mixing Procedure Small Scale Production
Posted by naasuaysai
Formulating Eyelash Serum with Long-Lash™ Peptide

I want to formulate an eyelash serum using `Long-Lash™` peptide. 1. Can this ingredient be used for eyelash growth? 2. What is its effectiveness and safety profile compared to...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Ingredient Interaction Lash Growth Stimulation Safety Serum
Posted by freshy-beauty
Boiling Water with Disodium EDTA, pH, and Vitamin E as Preservative

I have the following questions: 1. Can water that has been mixed with disodium EDTA be boiled again if I am concerned about cleanliness (e.g., a child almost drank it)? 2. Is...

Cosmetics Ingredient Function Preservation Sterilization pH Adjustment
Posted by himyangel
Phenoxyethanol Concentration and Safety in Serum Formulation

I have created a serum formulation with the following ingredients and quantities: * Silky serum base: 50g * Regu-age: 5g * Pep-coll: 5g * Argireline: 10g * Repair activator:...

Cosmetics Concentration Facial Use Preservation Safety Serum
Posted by mewsupa
Homemade Cream Formulation: Pilling, Excess Aloe Vera, and Adding Sunscreen

I made a homemade moisturizing cream. Initially, when testing a small amount from a ceramic spoon, it seemed to pill slightly. However, the cream in the jar, after being...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Addition Pilling Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by hatunya
Skin Concerns: Acne, Irritation, Lips, and Scalp Issues

I have multiple skin concerns including acne (potentially genetic/hormonal), oiliness, facial irritation (redness, itching, dryness/flaking on cheekbones and eyebrows),...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Callus Treatment Scalp Care Skin Irritation Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by donotgiveup12345601