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Could you please explain what Glucosamine Hydrochloride is, its natural source, its function in the body (especially regarding cartilage and synovial fluid), and its typical...

Based on my skin concerns (oiliness, clogged pores, inflammatory acne, dark spots, redness, rough texture, large pores, sagging, premature wrinkles) and using Benzac (which...

I would like to know where I can find information regarding **prohibited substances** in cosmetics for export to various countries, specifically the **USA, EU, and Japan**. I...

I have a liquid soap formula using Pro Polymer. I have a few questions regarding formulation adjustments: * Can I substitute Pro Polymer with other thickeners like Xanthan Gum...

How can I mix colors to create nude orange and nude pink/mauve shades for lip gloss or lipstick using the following ingredients: * FD&C Red No.6 Lake EasyMix™ * FD&C Yellow No....

Can we combine ingredients such as Collagen, Vitamin C, pentapeptide-3, and hexapeptide-3 together in one formulation? Also, how do we calculate the amounts for other ingredients?

I would like to create a formulation using Double Hyaluron Liquid, `LHA (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid)`, Aloe Vera Extract, Green Tea Extract, and Glycerin. * Does Double Hyaluron...

Could you please clarify whether active ingredients, even at low concentrations like 0.5%, evaporate along with volatile bases such as silicones and alcohol, compared to...

I made a facial gel using the following ingredients: Vitamin B3, Urea, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Tomato extract, and Nanowhite. After several months, the gel has changed...

Could you please explain the components and formulation process for loose powder, pressed powder foundation, and liquid foundation? I am particularly interested in how...

Is DHHB available for purchase on the myskinrecipes website? I couldn't find it. Additionally, when combining DHHB with Zinc Oxide, will there be stability issues similar to...

I have a facial foam formulation with the following ingredients: * Lactic Acid 10% * Lauryl Glucoside 5% * Creamy Foamer 15% * Glycerin 10% * EmulPear 5% * Phenoxyethanol 1% *...

I have a custom formulation that I'm using and would like to know if there are more cost-effective alternatives for the ingredients while maintaining similar efficacy for...

Can cosmetic ingredients (powder/gel) be used directly on the skin or mixed into other products like cream? What are the requirements, specifically FDA registration, if these...

I would like advice on making a DIY spot treatment gel to reduce post-acne dark spots (not for full-face application). I currently have dark spots remaining after previous...

I have some questions about formulating cosmetics: 1. Can I use Pitera as a base instead of water? 2. Can I use Sea Kelp as a base for moisturizer? If so, what percentage...

I am a male user looking for ingredient recommendations for a skincare routine to address oily skin, acne scars, and dullness. I plan to use the following products and would...

Can Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) be effectively used for exfoliation in a glycerin bar soap formulation? What are the pH considerations and potential formulation challenges?

I want to add 5g of powdered Glutathione to 1000g of soap base. Is this amount suitable, and at what stage of the soap-making process should I add it to ensure it works effectively?

I understand that adding natural extracts like calendula extract to a serum with a low pH (around 3.5) can cause the extract's effectiveness to degrade faster than usual. If I...