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Is it possible to change the packaging of Bisoctrizole and 8D Hyaluronic Acid from the current white jar (which is difficult to scoop and measure) to alternative options like syringes or opaque sachets?
Seeking recommendations for gentle pH adjusters (bases) for an essence formulation with a low pH (3.5) containing Vitamin B6 and GHK-Cu, suitable for sensitive skin, and concerned about potential phototoxicity from AMP. Also, advise on the correct timing and method for adding the pH adjuster to maintain ingredient stability.
How is concentration converted between percentage (%) and parts per million (ppm), specifically calculating the equivalent ppm for a 5% concentration of an ingredient like EGF, and understanding the percentage equivalents of 1 ppm and 5 ppm?
Is it safe to use Safe B3 Niacinamide at a concentration of 10% in a serum daily for a long period? Will it harm or thin the skin in the long term?
Can the product Double Hyaluron Liquid, which contains both Nano and Standard molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid, be mixed with distilled water to create a gel or serum texture?
Please review my serum formula designed to reduce oiliness, minimize wrinkles and pores, and brighten the skin. The formula includes ingredients such as Serum Base, Witch Hazel, various peptides, Vitamin B6, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Allantoin, and a preservative, with specific percentages totaling 1000 ml. I would like your feedback on its feasibility and potential issues.
Regarding skin penetration enhancers, I would like to inquire about the difference between Phospholipid and Nano Gold. Which one helps with penetration better? * Phospholipid has characteristics that form Liposomes, which should absorb well into the skin. * Nano Gold has interesting information mentioned on the website, but the price is quite high. I might choose it if it penetrates better. Also, the information states that the Nano Colloidal Gold sold has a size range of 1-50nm (nanometers). Does this mean that the size of each active ingredient carried by it will also become 1-50nm?
I used two types of Vitamin C in my lotion formulation: * Ascorbyl Glucoside (AA-2G Stabilized Vitamin C) 5 grams * Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) (Ultra-Fine) 30 grams The result was very effective, but it caused the lotion's texture to become thin. Is there any ingredient I can add to make the lotion thick again without degrading the effectiveness of both types of Vitamin C?
How to reduce the viscosity of hyaluronic acid serum when using standard molecular weight HA, and what alternatives or methods can maintain hydration without excessive thickness?
How can the pH of an oil-free cream formulation containing Acetyl Tyrosine, Carbomer, and other ingredients be adjusted to 6.8-6.9 using water and Triethanolamine, and will this pH range affect the efficacy of Acetyl Tyrosine?
My perfume concentrate is very dark. How can I lighten its color, and are the necessary diluents available for purchase here?
When mixing mineral oil, sweet almond oil, and 1% white musk fragrance, separation occurs. Is there a product that can be used as an emulsifier or to prevent this separation?
What are alternative ingredients for specific whitening mechanisms, including reducing UVB inflammation/oxidation, addressing Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), promoting non-acidic skin turnover, and understanding/finding alternatives for the copper interaction mechanism, especially when using Vitamin B3 and avoiding Vitamin C?
How to formulate a facial foam for post-workout use that provides deep cleansing without causing skin dryness?
How to formulate a stable gel from a blend of camphor, menthol, borneol, various oils, and herbal extract? The current attempt using Oil Fix O resulted in liquid separation. What is the cause, how to ensure sufficient mixing, what alternative oil gelling agents are suitable, and how would one formulate a cream instead?
How can I make a simple body lotion or serum with Retinal-EZ™ without needing a blender, and which ingredient, Retinal or Perfect-A™ (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate), has documented proof of stimulating collagen synthesis in humans? (Also noting Tretinoin is unavailable).
Can Polyhydroxystearic acid (Low Viscosity) be mixed into the oil phase first for pigment dispersion using a homogenizer, and is it possible to do this via a cold process without heating the oil phase?
How to formulate a toner using Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 1%) with only water as the solvent?
Regarding a dietary supplement capsule formulation containing specific vitamins and extracts, what is the recommended amount of Calcium dihydrogen phosphate, would its absence cause clumping and quality degradation, and are there any incompatibilities among the listed ingredients?
I made a skin cream, but the texture is not like a cream; it's very liquid. The ingredients are as follows: * Siligel Aqua 5% * Moist 24 5% * Vitamin E Water Soluble 3% * Allantoin 0.5% * Safe B3 4.5% * GlucoBright 4% * Ethoxydiglycol 2.6% * Panthenol (Vitamin B5) ExtraLite 1% * Mild Preserve Eco 1% * EDTA 0.2% * Satin Cream Maker 1.5% * LipidSoft Lite 5% * DI Water 63.7% * Perfume 3% Originally, I considered increasing the oil/silicone (LipidSoft Lite) to 25%, but the current formulation already feels moisturizing enough when applied. I am considering increasing the Satin Cream Maker to 3%. Will this help make it a cream, or should I change something else?
