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

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Cream Skin Brightening Texture Modification Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by pandaza_kawkang
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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...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Export Prohibited Substances Regulatory Compliance
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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...

Cosmetics Foaming Formulation Adjustment Liquid Soap Thickener pH Adjustment
Posted by deejajum66
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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....

Cosmetics Color Adjustment Coloring Lip Gloss Lipstick
Posted by maya.dh
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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?

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Compatibility Ingredient Interaction Serum Stability
Posted by tuktik-skin
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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...

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Compatibility Preservation Serum pH Adjustment
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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...

Cosmetics Alcohol Formulation Concentration Silicone-based Formulation Volatility Water-based Formulation
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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...

Cosmetics Color Changing Gel Natural Extract Oxidation Stability
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Could you please explain the components and formulation process for loose powder, pressed powder foundation, and liquid foundation? I am particularly interested in how...

Cosmetics Formulation Examples Liquid Foundation Loose Powder Pressed Powder Talc-Free Formulation
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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...

Cosmetics BB/CC Cream Ingredient Interaction Stability Sun Protection Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by siranant.pooliam
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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% *...

Cosmetics Facial Cleanser Gentle Formulation Skin Brightening Texture Modification pH Adjustment
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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...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Hydration Ingredient Alternatives Serum Skin Brightening
Posted by pengsupa
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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...

Cosmetics Commercial Sale FDA Registration Ingredient Suitability Raw Material Usage Method
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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...

Cosmetics Active Ingredient DIY Formulation Gel Skin Brightening Usage Percentage
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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...

Cosmetics Ingredient Suitability Lotion Solubility Texture Usage Percentage
Posted by dezcaliber.nk
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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...

Cosmetics Acne Scars Cream Oily Skin Serum Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by mr.tewy
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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?

Cosmetics Bar Soap Effectiveness Exfoliation Glycerin Soap Base pH Suitability
Posted by pengsupa
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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?

Cosmetics Formulation Feasibility High pH Ingredient Suitability Soap Stability
Posted by poomaitee
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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...

Cosmetics DIY Formulation Natural Ingredients Serum Stability pH Suitability
Posted by diow_tuatoo
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I have tan skin with reddish undertones. To adjust the color of my foundation/powder, is it correct to add `Red Iron Oxides EasyMix™` to `Beige Iron Oxides EasyMix™` and the...

Cosmetics Color Adjustment Foundation Ingredient Alternatives Lip Balm Lipstick
Posted by siranant.pooliam
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