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Lip Balm: Uneven Color and Using Rose Extract for Fragrance

I made a lip balm using Beeswax, natural oil, shea butter, and colorant. After pouring into the stick tubes, the color is uneven throughout the stick, as shown in the picture....

Cosmetics Color Changing Fragrance Lip Balm Oil-based Formulation Solubility
Posted by matiny333
2022-11-29
Oil Gel Formulation Issue with Sugar Gel and Oil Soap

I attempted to create an oil gel using Sugar Gel and Oil Soap in a 100% oil base, following a specific heating and mixing procedure involving glycerin and water, but the...

Cosmetics Compatibility Mixing Procedure Oil Gel Oil Gellant Surfactant
Posted by deewalook
2022-11-29
Difference and Usage of PhosphoMax™ vs. Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin)

What are the differences between PhosphoMax™ and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin), and which one is better for specific cosmetic formulation purposes, considering their...

Cosmetics Emulsion Natural Emulsifier Penetration Enhancer Skin Barrier Repair Stability
Posted by vichai_chan
2022-11-29
Body Oil Formulation Review

Can this body oil formulation be mixed? * Olibanum (Frankincense) Oil 0.5% * Myrrh Absolute 0.5% * Michelia Champaca Flower Fragrance Oil 0.5% * Safflower Seed Oil 98.5%

Cosmetics Body Oil Formulation Feasibility Fragrance Ingredient Suitability Oil-based Formulation
Posted by thundornmonalaves
2022-11-29
FDA Registration for Reselling Astragalus Extract

If I purchase Astragalus Extract for resale without further processing, do I need to obtain a new FDA registration in Thailand?

Food Food Application Ingredient Classification Product Registration Raw Material
Posted by thundornmonalaves
2022-11-26
Body and Deodorant Powder Formulation: Preservatives, Fragrance, and Anti-Caking

What are the recommended preservatives for body and deodorant powder containing alum, how can fragrance longevity be improved in body powder, and what anti-caking agents can...

Cosmetics Anticaking Agent Fragrance Fixation Powder Preservation
Posted by yok73199
2022-11-24
Dry Binders for Food Supplement Tablets by Direct Compression

Can Ludipress be used as a dry binder for direct compression in food supplement tablets, and if not, what are suitable alternatives?

Food Binder Direct Compression Food Application Ingredient Alternatives Tablet
Posted by chico.frog.lover
2022-11-23
Information and Elemental Zinc Content of Zinc Citrate (31% Zinc)

What is the composition and nutritional value of Zinc Citrate (31% Zinc), and how much elemental zinc is present in 100 grams of the product?

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Nutritional Value Powder Skin Health
Posted by nudissaya
2022-11-23
Serum Pilling and White Residue Issue

My serum formulation, containing ingredients like Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Beta Glucan, 8D Hyaluronic Acid, and others, forms white residue or pills when rubbed. What are...

Cosmetics Film Former Residue Serum Texture Texture Modification
Posted by srwy_mild
2022-11-22
Can Dimethicone 1Secs Replace Bubble Max for Foaming?

Can Dimethicone 1Secs be used to replace Bubble Max for generating automatic foam in a formulation? If so, what is the recommended usage percentage and at which step should it be added?

Cosmetics Foaming Performance Effect Texture
Posted by mypackingproduct
2022-11-22
Pigment Settling and Thin Texture in Lip Gloss

How to prevent pigment and mica settling, improve color payoff, and increase viscosity to prevent bleeding in a lip gloss formulation using PIDDC, LipidSoft, Pentaerythrityl...

Cosmetics Dispersion Lip Gloss Oil Gellant Suspension Viscosity
Posted by wmoixora
2022-11-22
Alcohol-Free Pillow Spray Formulation and Ingredient Suitability

I'm interested in creating an alcohol-free pillow spray. Can I use Reed Diffuser Base, or would a water base be better? How can I effectively dissolve essential oils or...

Cosmetics Alcohol-Free Formulation Fragrance Fixation Safety Solubilizer Spray
Posted by parichartwassati
2022-11-21
Emulsifiers for High Silicone Water-in-Oil Emulsion

What are suitable emulsifiers for a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion containing approximately 80% silicone oil, 7% mineral oil, and 10% water? Are PEG-10 Dimethicone and Lauryl...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Emulsion High Oil Content Ingredient Alternatives Water-in-Oil
Posted by suphakarnt
2022-11-21
Compatibility of Activated Resorcinol with AHA and other ingredients

Can Activated Resorcinol™ be used with other skin exfoliants besides AHA, and which skin brightening ingredients are compatible?

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Compatibility Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by thansook.jp
2022-11-18
Modifying Antiperspirant Cream Texture

How can I modify my antiperspirant cream formula (containing Water, Aluminum Chlorohydrate, Butter Cream Maker, Xanthan Gum, and Cyclomethicone) to achieve a harder, lighter...

Cosmetics Cream Hard Texture Oil Control Powdery Feel Texture Modification
Posted by kulthika.komol
2022-11-17
Addressing Stickiness and Clarity in PEG-40 and Oil Mixture

How to reduce stickiness and achieve clarity (from milky white) in a 1:1 mixture of PEG-40 and oil?

Cosmetics Clarity Solubility Solubilizer Stickiness Texture
Posted by giffyjlol
2022-11-17
DMI for Activated Resorcinol Delivery and Alternatives

Can Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) at 2% effectively deliver oil-soluble Activated Resorcinol into the skin? What alternative penetration enhancers are suitable for Activated...

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Penetration Enhancer Solubility Stability Usage Percentage
Posted by thansook.jp
2022-11-17
Penetration Enhancer, UV Stabilizers, and Opaque Packaging for Formula Stability

In a formula containing Phenylethyl Resorcinol, if a penetration enhancer like DMI is used, will it also increase the skin penetration of UV stabilizers/filters (e.g.,...

Cosmetics Light Sensitivity Packaging Penetration Enhancer Safety Stability
Posted by wanit_b
2022-11-16
Making Oil Soap Fragrance Last Longer

How can I make the fragrance in oil-based soap last longer and enhance its scent? Are there specific ingredients or methods to achieve this?

Cosmetics Bar Soap Encapsulation Fragrance Fixation
Posted by pupupunim
2022-11-16
Substitute for Sicare 9905

What are the available alternative or substitute ingredients for Sicare 9905?

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Ingredient Availability Raw Material
Posted by natthaphonga04
2022-11-15