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Comparing the skin softening feel between WaterSoft and Yerba Santa Protein (as a silicone alternative), and asking about the usage of PhosphoMax™ natural phospholipid emulsifier, including whether oil is necessary in the formula, the recommended percentage for a light lotion, the mixing method, and if high-speed mixing (1000 rpm for 15 minutes) is required like some other phospholipids.
Seeking advice on formulating a tone-up body wash with acne treatment properties. Using a formula with Water, Soft Cream Maker, Sweet Almond Oil, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Tea Tree Oil, preservatives, and Disodium EDTA, I'm facing issues with Titanium Dioxide WaterProof™ variants (300nm and 250nm). The 300nm version gives a natural look but lacks coverage, while the 250nm version provides good coverage but looks unnatural/white cast. How can I improve the coverage and dispersion of the 300nm variant? Should I mix the 250nm and 300nm versions? What ingredients should I add to prevent pigment separation/settling in the formula? Can the new Titanium Dioxide 400nm WaterProof™ (Super Coverage) be used in this body wash application?
How can I prevent or slow down fermentation in a serum containing fruit extract, which occurred due to high temperatures during delayed shipping? I am currently using Mild Preserved Eco™ and PaeoniaPreserve™.
When formulating a water-based perfume spray, can both Glycerin (99.5%) and Propanediol (1,3-Propanediol) be used as solvents? If so, what are the key differences between them, particularly regarding odor and effectiveness in dissolving fragrance oils?
How can I obtain the GC/MS results for the Essential Oils available for sale on the website?
I stored a liquid product called "Perfect A liquid" in the freezer according to instructions, but after thawing, its appearance has changed (crystallization/separation). Is the product still safe and effective to use?
Is there a ready-made perfume base pre-mixed with a fixative available for purchase that provides over 12 hours of longevity? If not, please recommend the necessary ingredients and mixing method to achieve this duration.
When using Nano Silver in personal care or pet care products, black precipitate forms. Is this due to reactions with other ingredients? Can chelating agents like EDTA help, or how should the formula be adjusted? What pH range is suitable for Nano Silver?
What are alternative broad-spectrum preservatives for a Bakuchiol cream formulation containing water and oil, specifically as a replacement for Geogard 221?
I am trying to formulate a product by mixing oil-soluble ingredients (Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Bakuchiol) with Pure-Melatonin dissolved in Ethoxydiglycol. The mixture is not combining properly without using heat. How can I make all these ingredients mix together homogeneously without applying heat?
Can Viscolam AT 100P replace Pro Polymer in a self-tanning gel formula, or what other alternatives are recommended for achieving the desired texture and viscosity?
How can I adjust a self-tanning gel formula containing Water (87%), Ethoxydiglycol/DMI (3%), DHA (3.5%), Reservoir-Tech (3%), EasyTan™ (1.5%), Pro Polymer (1%), and Mild Preserved Eco (1%) to dry faster, as the current formula dries slowly? Which ingredients should I remove or adjust?
What is the correct name for the ingredient "Reservoir-Tech" to use for FDA registration purposes when developing a product for sale?
I have a sunscreen formula with the following composition: 1. OMC 8% 2. Octocrylene 4% 3. Octisalate 5% 4. Hectorite 10% 5. Isododecane qs The problem is that **it doesn't become a gel**. Are there any other alternative ingredients I can use to make it gel?
Why does the tan color from a self-tanning gel wash off after showering, and will daily application make the color permanent?
Inquiry about available ready-to-use Vitamin C products.
Please analyze the following list of ingredients and explain their likely functions in a sunscreen formulation: 1. Water 2. Homosalate 3. Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4. Alcohol Denat. 5. Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer 6. Dipropylene Glycol 7. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 8. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL Methoxyphenyl Triazine 9. ISOAMYL P-Methoxycinnamate 10. Octocrylene 11. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract 12. METHOXY PEG/PPG-25/4 Dimethicone 13. Butylene Glycol 14. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride 15. Dimethicone 16. Caprylyl Glycol 17. Fragrance 18. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer 19. Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer 20. Ethylhexylglycerin 21. Isohexadecane 22. Sodium Hydroxide 23. Hexanediol 24. Disodium EDTA 25. Sorbitan Sesquioleate
I would like to request a formula for a Vitamin C serum suitable for sensitive skin, focusing on brightening and reducing wrinkles.
How can I find the HLB value for cosmetic ingredients and bases, specifically asking for the HLB of SiliSolve Plus and the emulsion type (O/W or W/O) and HLB for Silky Base Serum products?
What are the functions of the key ingredients like Salicylic Acid, Clays (Kaolin, Bentonite), Curcuma Longa Root Extract, and Menthol in this product formulation?
