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I have formulated a product for acne and whitening with the following ingredients and percentages: * Green Tea Extract 5% * Glucosamine 4% * Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) 5% * MSM...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Ingredient Interaction Serum Skin Brightening Skin Irritation
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How can I thicken a surfactant-based "Top-to-Toe" formula? Is Xanthan Gum suitable, and what are other options like Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)? What are the recommended usage...

Cosmetics Liquid Soap Mixing Procedure Surfactant Thickener Viscosity
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I have oily, acne-prone skin with red and dark marks. I am developing a serum and have the following proposed formula: * Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) * Glucosamine (Acetyl...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Hyperpigmentation Oily Skin Preservation Serum
Posted by pyepie.panna
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Can the following formulation be made into an essence? The formulation includes: * `Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (eq Argireline)` * `(Syn-Ake eq.) Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Essence Formula Cost Formulation Suitability Skin Brightening
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I have formulated a skincare product using the following ingredients: * Double Hya Base 75% * Water lock 2% * Moist 72 3% * Nanowhite 5% * B5 3% * n-acetyl glucosamine 4% *...

Cosmetics Peptide Serum Skin Brightening Skin Dryness Wrinkle Reduction
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I have some questions about using Retinyl Palmitate in skincare: * Is Retinyl Palmitate effective for treating acne? How does its strength compare to other forms like...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Acne-prone Skin Anti-aging Compatibility Skin Irritation
Posted by choten56
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I am formulating a liquid product containing Vitamin B5, Organic Natural Thickener, water, and Coco Wash. Is it correct to mix the Vitamin B5 and Organic Natural Thickener with...

Cosmetics Foaming Mixing Procedure Surfactant Thickener
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I am using a stretch mark product and have the following ingredient list: `Aqua, Chlorphenesin, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Addition Ingredient Declaration Stability Stretch Mark Reduction
Posted by siri_beauty
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I am trying to formulate a whitening serum and have put together a formula with the following ingredients and percentages: * Cyclomethicone (35%) * Silicone Gel (30%) * Azelaic...

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Serum Serum Formulation Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by benzbube-chibi
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What is the correct mixing order for a formulation containing powder ingredients, liquid ingredients, and Phenoxyethanol? What is the expected pH, and does it require adjustment?

Cosmetics Ingredient Addition Mixing Procedure Powder Preservation pH Adjustment
Posted by laneige2048
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I have tried the Serum and Double Hyaluron tester bases and would like to provide feedback on their texture. I also want to understand the best way to use these bases for...

Cosmetics Formulation Testing Ingredient Selection Ingredient Suitability Serum Texture
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I want to add the following ingredients to an aloe vera gel: * L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) * Alpha Arbutin * L-Glutathione Reduced Can these ingredients be added? Are there any...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Ingredient Addition Stability pH Suitability
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Based on the staff's recommendation of Rose Hip Oil for reducing surgical scars on the leg, what other ingredients are effective for this purpose?

Cosmetics Anti-inflammatory Ingredient Suggestion Scar Treatment Skin Barrier Repair Surgical Scars
Posted by hydronium_ion3
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I am formulating a sunscreen and initially considered adding L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) and Glutathione (specifically Glutathione (L-Glutathione) (Extrasol)) for whitening....

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Skin Brightening Stability Sunscreen Formulation Texture
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Can ingredients sold by MySkinRecipes (intended for cosmetic use) be used as ingredients in dietary supplements for consumption? What are the regulatory considerations?

Food Cosmetic Application Food Application Ingredient Suitability Regulatory Compliance
Posted by benzbube-chibi
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I want to use Zinc PCA with my Vitamin C E Ferulic serum. I have two main questions: 1. Can I add Zinc PCA directly into my Vitamin C E Ferulic formula? What concentration...

Cosmetics Formulation Suitability Ingredient Interaction Skin Absorption Stability pH Compatibility
Posted by punborpit
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I have two formulas. The first initially used regular `BHA` (Salicylic Acid) and the second contains `Azelaic Acid`. I was advised against using them together due to irritation...

Cosmetics Azelaic Acid Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Interaction Salicylic Acid Skin Irritation
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I have created a gel formulation using Pure Aloe Vera Gel as the base. The active ingredients included are Nano White, Delentigo, Moist 72, Pep-Coll, and Pepha Tight. I would...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Formula Review Gel Hydration Skin Brightening
Posted by pandaza_kawkang
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I have an initial cream formula and want to adjust it for use as a facial cream. I want the cream to make the skin soft and white. I also want it to have good quality and shelf...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Adjustment Shelf Life Skin Brightening Skin Softness
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Is it possible to add Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Glucosamine (Acetyl Glucosamine), and Hydrolyzed collagen to the **Vitamin C E Ferulic Pre-Mix Kit**? What are the...

Cosmetics Compatibility Formulation Adjustment Serum Stability Texture
Posted by kkclinic.joe
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