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Optimization and Surfactant Alternatives for Pre-wash Scalp Cleansing and Bond Repair Shampoos
I am developing two shampoo formulations and would like a review and optimization of the surfactant systems. ### 1. Pre-wash Scalp Cleansing Shampoo (Liquid, low-viscosity,...
Comparison of Terpinen-4-ol vs. Natural Tea Tree Oil for Antimicrobial Efficacy
How does synthetic `Terpinen-4-ol` (`FEMA-2248`), also known as `4-Carvomenthenol`, compare to natural `Tea Tree Oil` extract in terms of its ability to eliminate and prevent...
Availability and Alternatives for PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
Hello, I am looking for the ingredient `PEG/PPG/polybutylene glycol 8/5/3` for a formula, but I cannot find it in your catalog. * Do you carry this specific ingredient? * If...
Safe Usage Limits and Phototoxicity of Lemon Essential Oils
What are the maximum safe usage percentages, phototoxicity warnings, and IFRA standards for skin application of the following lemon essential oils? * `Lemon Oil (Peel, Italy)`...
Mixing Techniques for Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) in Cream Formulations
The customer used `Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF, Recombinant)` in a cream formulation and encountered the following issues: * The cream texture became "fluffy" and not smooth....
Stable Red Colorants and Extracts for Water-Based Toner
Please recommend red extracts or colorants suitable for a water-based toner to achieve a light red tint, with the following requirements: * **Stability:** The color should be...
Deep Red Oil-Soluble Color Formulation for Body Oil (Non-Staining & Stable)
I am looking for a dark red, `oil-soluble` color for a body oil formulation with the following requirements: * No fading * No sedimentation/precipitation * Does not stain...
Stabilizers for Color Protection in Perfumes and Reed Diffusers
I am looking for advice on ingredients for color protection and UV protection (color agent control). I plan to use them in the following products: * Body perfumes * Reed...
Adding Bifidobacterium longum (Freeze-dried) to Ice Cream
Can `Bifidobacterium longum (200 billion/g) (Freeze-dried)` be added to ice cream? - What is the best method to incorporate it while maintaining the maximum efficacy of the...
Chemical Formula and Technical Specifications of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)
What is the chemical formula?
Shade Selection for Liquid Foundation (Compare to Estee) for Yellow-Toned Fair Skin
Regarding the `Liquid Foundation (Compare to Estee)`, which shade among No. 1, 2, and 3 is the most suitable for yellow-toned fair skin?
Choosing Cocoa Extract for 100% Body Oil Formulation
If I want to use `Theobroma Cacao Extract - Oil Soluble` in a 100% `Body oil` formulation, which product should I choose?
Use of Mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS) in Dog and Cat Treats
I am interested in using `Mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS, 90%)` (ID: 125246) in a dog treat formulation. Since this product is food-grade for animal nutrition and is known to be...
Choosing the Right Alcohol Grade for Dissolving Menthol in Cooling Powder
I am producing a cooling powder containing Menthol and need to use alcohol as a solvent. * Which type of alcohol is most suitable for this application? * What are the...
Cosmetic Grade Lip Balm Formulation
Do you have a cosmetic-grade lip balm formulation? If so, I would like to request the formula and order the necessary ingredients as well.
EU Compliance of LipidSoft Lactic and LHA for Lip Balm
Could you please confirm whether you have EU-compliant versions of the following ingredients for use in lip products, such as solid lip balms, specifically without any...
Solubilizing Ceramide NP in Micellar Systems and Preventing Precipitation
When creating a solubilization system for `Ceramide NP` using `Butylene Glycol`, `PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides`, and `Propanediol`: * What is the ideal ratio to ensure...
Usage Limits and Stability of MakeUp-Wash™ with Ceramide NP
I would like to inquire about `PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides` (MakeUp-Wash™) regarding the following: * The maximum and minimum usage percentages (% leave on max/min) for...
Stabilizing Ceramide NP in Essence to Prevent Precipitation
The following ingredients were used to dissolve `Ceramide NP` in an `essence` formulation: * `PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides` 5% * `Butylene Glycol` 3% * `Propanediol` 3%...
How to properly incorporate Pure-TECA™ (CICA) into cream formulations
# Extrakt z `Pure-TECA™ Centella Asiatica (TECA 95%, CICA)` Hello, can you please advise me on incorporating this centella into the cream? - Does it need to be dissolved before...