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How to Adjust pH Using Acids and Bases

Could you please explain the step-by-step process for adjusting the pH of a solution using acids and bases, including the necessary precautions?

Cosmetics Mixing Procedure Safety Solution pH Adjustment
Posted by nutik_2005
2022-04-01
Natural Origin Status of Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid, and Ethyl Ferulate

Are Coenzyme Q10 (Powder, Oil-Soluble), Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) (Powder), and Ethyl Ferulate considered ingredients of Natural Origin? Please clarify their classification based...

Cosmetics Ingredient Classification Ingredient Origin Natural Claim Natural vs Synthetic Ingredients Powder
Posted by blossom-skincare
2022-03-31
FDA Registration Brand Name for Custom Cream Formulation

When ordering custom cream formulation and FDA registration services through MySkinRecipes, under which brand name will the formula be registered with the FDA? (Seeking...

Cosmetics Cream Custom Formulation Ordering Product Registration Registration Brand
Posted by pongpat.o
2022-03-31
HPMC Gel Formulation Issues and Separation

How to properly hydrate Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) for a gel formulation to prevent separation and maintain efficacy, based on issues encountered with a specific acne...

Cosmetics Gel Gel Formation Phase Separation Precipitation Stability
Posted by nonthipat.s
2022-03-31
Formulating Shampoo for Straighter Looking Hair

How can I formulate a shampoo that helps make hair appear straighter? What types of ingredients and formulation approaches are suitable for achieving this effect in a wash-off product?

Cosmetics Conditioning Hair Smoothness Performance Effect Shampoo Texture
Posted by earn0309
2022-03-31
Combining Activated Resorcinol and AHA: Stability and Alternatives

What are the compatibility issues and pH considerations when combining Activated Resorcinol with AHA in a formulation, what alternative exfoliants are recommended, and can an...

Cosmetics Exfoliation Formula Alternatives Ingredient Interaction Stability pH Suitability
Posted by austiname789
2022-03-31
Cloudiness in Cyclomethicone Fragrance with Fixative

How to prevent cloudiness when mixing a fragrance fixative (like Flora Fix) and perfume into Cyclomethicone, or suggest an alternative fixative compatible with Cyclomethicone?

Cosmetics Compatibility Fragrance Fixation Ingredient Alternatives Oil-based Formulation Turbidity
Posted by prawtawans
2022-03-31
Using emulPearl (Glycol Distearate) in Liquid Soap/Shower Cream

How to incorporate the pearlizing agent emulPearl (Glycol Distearate), which requires dissolution in oil with heat, into a liquid soap or shower cream formula that does not...

Cosmetics Compatibility Liquid Soap Shower Cream Solubility Texture
Posted by nutik_2005
2022-03-31
Serum Cloudiness at Low Temperature

I formulated a serum containing cannabis oil, essential oil, and a surfactant. The serum appears cloudy when in an air-conditioned room but is clear at room temperature. I...

Cosmetics Serum Solubility Stability Surfactant Turbidity
Posted by psaikhwan
2022-03-29
Sugar Scrub that Turns Milky When Rinsing

How can I formulate a sugar scrub that transforms into a milky texture and rinses off easily with water? Could you recommend suitable emulsifiers or provide a basic formula concept?

Cosmetics Easy Rinsing Emulsifier Oil-based Formulation Scrub Self-Emulsifying
Posted by blaisecosmeticcenter
2022-03-27
Bacillus Coagulans Powder: Dosage and Mixing with Water

What is the recommended daily dosage for Bacillus Coagulans (100 billion/g) (Freeze-dried) powder, and can it be mixed with water for consumption?

Food Amount Calculation Powder Ready-to-drink Solubility
Posted by touchzhakornxx
2022-03-27
Changing Eye Cream Texture from Gel to Cream

What ingredients should be added to change the texture of an eye cream from gel to cream?

Cosmetics Cream Emulsifier Eye Care Gel Texture Modification
Posted by s61122235004
2022-03-26
Adding Rose Extract for Fragrance and Odor Masking in Serum

I have a serum formulation containing various ingredients, including Bifida Ferment Lysate, beta glucan, Prebio-care, PiteraEx, Snow Mushroom Hyaluron, Allantoin, 4D Hyaluronic...

Cosmetics Fragrance Fragrance Formulation Odor Reduction Serum Usage Percentage
Posted by niew_panas
2022-03-25
Food Grade Status of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Ascorbyl Palmitate

Are the Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Ascorbyl Palmitate ingredients sold by MySkinRecipes food grade and suitable for use in food products?

Cosmetics Cream Food Application Ingredient Classification Lotion
Posted by eastandsoul
2022-03-25
Non-Foaming Facial Cleanser Formulation Guideline

Could you provide a guideline for formulating a non-foaming facial cleanser, including recommended ingredients, their usage rates, and basic instructions?

Cosmetics Facial Cleanser Formulation Examples Gentle Formulation Non-Foaming Texture
Posted by nid.544595
2022-03-25
Improving Serum Absorption and Suspending Powder

How to improve the absorption and reduce the oily feel of an oil-in-water serum (50% oil) and what ingredients can suspend gold powder without settling?

Cosmetics Serum Skin Absorption Suspension Texture
Posted by petepakdee
2022-03-24
Homemade Serum Formulation: Mixing, Butylene Glycol, and Preservation

I plan to mix a 100ml serum formula containing Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (50%), Repair Activator liquid (15%), Safe B3 powder (10%), Tranexamic Acid powder (5%), Licorice...

Cosmetics Mixing Procedure Preservation Serum Solubility Solvents
Posted by a_molpen
2022-03-23
Clarification on Ichthammol Usage Percentage in Different Formulations

The usage percentage for Ichthammol (Product ID: 2051) is listed with a broad range (5-20%) in the manual, but in my specific formulation (e.g., cream), I can only use a much...

Cosmetics Cream Formulation Examples Shampoo Usage Percentage
Posted by vichai_chan
2022-03-23
Ingredients for Nipple Pinkening

What ingredients can be used to make nipples pinker, what is the recommended usage percentage, and how long does it take to see results?

Cosmetics Effectiveness Ingredient Selection Sensitive Skin Skin Brightening Usage Percentage
Posted by nupookca
2022-03-22
Toner Formulation Separation with Vitamin E

Will a toner formulation containing Complex Salicylic Acid, Witch Hazel, Allantoin, Vitamin B3, Vitamin E, and Mild Preserved Eco separate?

Cosmetics Phase Separation Solubility Solubilizer Solution Toner
Posted by popwdream
2022-03-22