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I am formulating a facial serum and plan to use oil control ingredients like Vitamin B3, Zinc PCA, MSM, L-Carnitine, and Licorice Extract. My main concern is for individuals...

Cosmetics Oil Control Serum Skin Type Suitability Solubility pH Suitability
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I am seeking feedback and guidance on adjusting two cosmetic formulas and adding new ingredients. I also have questions about percentage calculations and mixing procedures,...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cream Formulation Adjustment Mixing Procedure Skin Brightening
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# Anti-Aging Serum Formulation Inquiry I am interested in creating an anti-aging serum based on an expensive cream I currently use. I have several questions regarding the...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Selection Serum Skin Tightening
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I am looking for advice on formulating hair care products to address thinning hair and an oily scalp. I am particularly interested in using the following ingredients: *...

Cosmetics Hair Growth Stimulation Hair Loss Reduction Oily Scalp Serum Shampoo
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I am making a simple water-based formula using distilled water and Alpha Arbutin, potentially with Glycerin. I would like to know: * Do I need to adjust the pH? * What kind of...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Preservation Sensitive Skin Water-based Formulation pH Adjustment
Posted by machaingoods
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I am developing a formulation for dry, damaged skin with acne scars, dark spots, and dullness. I plan to use the following ingredients: * Repair activator 10% * Grape Seed Oil...

Cosmetics Compatibility Equipment Formulation Adjustment Lotion Skin Brightening
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I would like to add the following active ingredients to my existing Bee Venom Cream and Snail Cream with Aloevera: **Anti-Wrinkle Ingredients:** * Acetyl Hexapeptide-8...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cream Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Suitability Skin Brightening
Posted by kittipattana
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What are the acceptable limits for microorganisms in cosmetics? Are they harmful to the skin, and should cosmetics contain no microorganisms at all?

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Microbial Contamination Preservation Regulatory Compliance Safety
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Could you please suggest alternative ingredients for **Retinol** and **Green Tea Extract (EGCG)**?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Anti-aging Antioxidant Cosmetic Formulation Ingredient Alternatives
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I have a toner formulation with the following ingredients: * Ethoxydiglycol * Witch Hazel * Vitamin B3 * Glucosamine * Nature Moisturizing Amino * Nano Hyaluronic Acid *...

Cosmetics Compatibility Cosmetic Formulation Hydration Skin Brightening Toner
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I want to formulate a liquid powder sunscreen that feels like water mixed with powder. The desired texture should be non-sticky and non-oily, leaving only powder residue on the...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Liquid Powder Sunscreen Formulation Suspension Texture
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I have been using a 15% Vitamin C tester. After the initial adjustment period, my skin feels firmer and more refined, but it also appears duller, especially when exposed to the...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Availability Serum Skin Brightening
Posted by best_singnontad
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Following up on the previous discussion about adjusting my physical sunscreen formula (containing Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclomethicone, CreamMaker EG, Glycerin, and 7%...

Cosmetics Formulation Conversion Physical UV Filter Spray Sprayability Sunscreen Formulation
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I am developing a clear liquid toner formulation and would like to confirm the correct mixing method for the following ingredients: Distilled Water, Propylene Glycol, Butylene...

Cosmetics Clarity Mixing Procedure Solubility Toner Water-based Formulation
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Hello, I need advice regarding a gentle gel cleanser formula suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, and oily skin, that effectively removes sunscreen and makeup. Here is the...

Cosmetics DIY Formulation Gel Mixing Procedure Oily Skin Usage Percentage
Posted by wilawan_dasurin
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Can ingredients from MySkinRecipes be added to existing finished cosmetic products such as creams, lotions, gels, or serums?

Cosmetics Compatibility Cream DIY Formulation Effectiveness Ingredient Addition
Posted by puttaphinyo
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I want to make a facial cream using the following ingredients: * Salicylic Acid (BHA) * Azelaic Acid (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate) * Licorice Extract * Phenoxyethanol * Warp...

Cosmetics Compatibility Cosmetic Formulation Cream Stability pH Suitability
Posted by lung_jame
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I made a face gel and accidentally added approximately 2% Phenoxyethanol, which is higher than the recommended usage rate of not more than 1%. After using it, I experienced...

Cosmetics Adverse Reaction Concentration Gel Skin Irritation Usage Percentage
Posted by pokbenjawan
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I have a list of ingredients for a cosmetic product. Could you please explain the function of each ingredient and what kind of product this formulation seems to be based on...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Hydration Ingredient Function Serum Skin Brightening
Posted by saysay1300
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I am developing an eye cream targeting wrinkles and have created several formulas using the following ingredients: * Ingredient Tester-Double Hyluronic Gel (Hyaluronic Acid Gel...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cream Eye Cream Formulation Adjustment Wrinkle Reduction
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