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My oil-based serum feels sticky/greasy on the skin. What ingredients can I use to make it absorb faster and feel less sticky, achieving a lighter, drier texture?
When formulating a lotion, which viscosity of mineral oil (e.g., 5cst, 15cst, 26cst, 32cst, 68cst) is most suitable, and how do different viscosities affect the final product's texture and feel?
What ingredients can be added to a glycerin soap base to help reduce sweat and control body odor?
How can I adjust the pH of my balm from 4.8 to the range of 5-7 using natural-derived ingredients?
Can Grape Seed Extract (Proanthocyanidins/OPC) available on the website be dissolved in water for consumption, or is it better to take it in capsules? Is it safe for diabetics, and what is the recommended duration of use?
What ingredients can be added to glycerin soap to reduce sweating and inhibit body odor, and how should they be incorporated?
I have a lotion formula (details provided in the Q&A) intended to brighten skin and address dryness, aiming for a light, non-greasy texture. Will this specific formula achieve these goals? Please advise if any adjustments are needed and provide step-by-step mixing instructions.
My shampoo formulation (water 65.9%, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate 20%, Polyquaternium 10 3%, Cocamidopropyl Betaine 10%, Guar Cat 0.1%, NaCl 0.5%, Phenoxyethanol 0.5%) became lumpy and separated after one day. What caused this and how can I fix or prevent it?
Can the provided list of ingredients be mixed to create a stable and effective cosmetic formulation, and what are the recommended mixing steps and considerations?
Can Silybum Marianum Extract (Milk Thistle, Silymarin) purchased from MySkinRecipes Expert be encapsulated and consumed orally? Is it suitable for dietary supplement use?
Can Ap-Wax 80 be substituted with Siliwax Melt (Stearyl Dimethicone) at 4.0% in this cream/lotion formula? If so, what percentage should be used, are other formula adjustments needed, and is heat required for mixing?
When using an Encapsulated Micellar Cleansing Water base recommended for mixing 1 part base to 10 parts purified water, if I want to add other ingredients (e.g., for moisture), should these ingredients replace a portion of the water? For example, is it correct to mix 100g base + 100g other ingredients + 900g water to get 1100g total, thus maintaining the 1:10 base:water ratio effectively?
Could you please provide a formulation guideline for a dandruff prevention shampoo that includes Argan Oil?
How can a water-soluble ingredient like CysWhite be successfully incorporated into an anhydrous formulation, given that it does not dissolve directly in oil or silicone bases?
Is a specific active ingredient gentle and suitable for use in eye area products?
I ordered ingredients for a "Day & Night Cream by BF" formula kit but did not receive the mixing instructions. Could you please provide guidance on how to mix these ingredients to make the cream?
Seeking advice on formulating a clear, smooth deodorant stick using Sodium Stearate as the gelling agent. The formula contains water, humectants, approximately 8% fragrance, and 5.5% other oils. What emulsifiers or dispersing agents can be used to effectively incorporate the oil and fragrance phases to achieve clarity and a smooth texture?
How to formulate 300g of hair setting powder based on a commercial product's ingredient list, understanding the role of ingredients like Silica Silylate and polymers, clarifying why a powder contains water, and finding alternatives to preservatives like Phenoxyethanol and Chlorphenesin?
Can Melatonin powder, typically used in hair growth products like Melatonin Forte, be used on facial skin? If so, what is the appropriate concentration for facial application, and why did applying the pure powder cause skin irritation?
I have developed a hair spray formula intended for hair nourishment and reducing hair loss, containing Rosemary Water (60%), Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters (4%), Pure-Melatonin (2%), and water (34%). Can this formula be mixed successfully? I am concerned about compatibility, particularly regarding Melatonin, and the scent. Please provide advice on the formula's feasibility and potential issues.
