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Mixing CysWhite™ with Cica Sleeping Mask Base
Can CysWhite™ (Cysteamine HCL) be mixed directly into Cica Sleeping Mask Base (a ready-to-use leave-on base), and what additional ingredients are needed?
Thin Cream Texture
In my cream formulation with the listed ingredients and percentages, which components or factors are causing the texture to be thin, and how can this be adjusted?
Information about Glutathione Powder (Solubility, Dosage, Skin Whitening)
Can Glutathione powder (98% purity) be dissolved in water, or must it be encapsulated? Can 500mg/day be taken continuously, and is this the form used for skin whitening?
Thickening Shampoo with High Oil Content
How to thicken a shampoo formulation that contains a high percentage of oil? What ingredients are recommended?
Base Oil for Astaxanthin 10% (Oil) and HLB Calculation
What base oil is used in the Astaxanthin 10% (Oil type) product, as this information is needed for calculating the HLB value in a formulation?
Propolis Extract for Throat Spray: Forms and Solubility
Can Propolis Extract be used in throat spray formulations? What are its solubility properties and available forms (liquid, powder)? Is MySkinRecipes' Propolis Extract similar...
Perfume (Body Spray) and Lip Balm Formulation Guidance
How to formulate a long-lasting and diffusive body spray perfume using fragrance concentrate, 12H Fix, Ethyl Alcohol, and Musk, including suitable ratios and procedures? Also,...
Compatibility of ThixoGel and AcnePLEX™ in Gel Formulation
Seeking clarification on the compatibility of ThixoGel (Thixotropic Gel Maker) with AcnePLEX™, specifically regarding ThixoGel's ionic charge and its suitability for use with...
Improving Formula for Pores, Wrinkles, and Absorption
How can I modify my existing cosmetic formula to effectively address clogged pores and enlarged pores, enhance anti-wrinkle benefits, and improve skin absorption of active...
Combining Pro Polymer Gel Maker and Satin Cream Maker in Cream
What is the correct procedure for combining Pro Polymer™ Gel Maker and Satin Cream Maker™ when formulating a skin cream, including the appropriate steps and timing for adding...
Understanding Ingredients in Cosmetic Powder
What are the functions and purposes of the ingredients listed in this powder-based cosmetic formulation?
Functions of Common Cosmetic Ingredients
What are the functions and roles of the ingredients listed (Talc, Mica, Polymethyl methacrylate, Dimethicone, Silica, etc.) in cosmetic formulations, particularly regarding...
Compatibility of Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Niacinamide
Can Ethyl Ascorbic Acid be mixed with Niacinamide in a formulation to improve skin even tone, based on observations in some commercial products?
Face Cream Texture Issue: Slow Absorption and Stickiness
How can I modify my night face cream formulation, which currently uses the provided ingredient list and percentages, to improve its absorption speed and reduce stickiness?
Comparison of Gel Makers: Pro Polymer vs. Carbomer Grades with Similar INCI
What are the differences in usage and properties between Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker) and Carbomer grades like Ultrez 20 and 21, given that they share the same INCI name...
Gentle Sulfate-Free Shampoo Formula with Oils & pH Adjustment
I would like to inquire about a gentle sulfate-free shampoo formula containing oils and Essential Oil. I am unsure if the ingredients are suitable and compatible. I also need...
Preservatives and Formulation for Herbal Scrubs
What preservatives are suitable for herbal scrubs, and are there any example formulations available?
Recommended Preservatives for Placenta Extract
What preservatives are recommended for use with placenta extract in cosmetic formulations, considering factors like usage percentage, pH, and temperature compatibility?
Vitamin B Types and Topical Use
What are the different types of Vitamin B, are the forms used for oral consumption, topical application, and injection the same, and which Vitamin B types are commonly used in...
Converting Grams to Percentage for Powder Formulation
How can I convert the ingredient weights in grams for my loose powder formulation into percentages that sum up to 100%?