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When ordering custom cream formulation and FDA registration services through MySkinRecipes, under which brand name will the formula be registered with the FDA? (Seeking clarification due to conflicting information found).
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 gel formula that failed to thicken and later separated?
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?
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 antioxidant prevent instability?
How to prevent cloudiness when mixing a fragrance fixative (like Flora Fix) and perfume into Cyclomethicone, or suggest an alternative fixative compatible with Cyclomethicone?
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 contain an oil phase, and will adding a small amount of oil for dissolution cause compatibility problems with the base?
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 suspect this might be due to the dandruff guard ingredient. If I want the serum to be consistently cloudy across different temperatures, should I try reducing the amount of surfactant?
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?
What is the recommended daily dosage for Bacillus Coagulans (100 billion/g) (Freeze-dried) powder, and can it be mixed with water for consumption?
What ingredients should be added to change the texture of an eye cream from gel to cream?
I have a serum formulation containing various ingredients, including Bifida Ferment Lysate, beta glucan, Prebio-care, PiteraEx, Snow Mushroom Hyaluron, Allantoin, 4D Hyaluronic Acid, Lactobacillus Ferment, Rosa Hybrid Cell Extract, Apple Stem Cell Extract powder, Matrixyl 3000, Adenosine, CICA, Madecassoside, dl-alpha tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Squalane, Phospholipid, Ethoxydiglycol, Skin-Barrier, Mild Preserved Eco, Satin Cream Maker, and Water. The formula currently has a slight odor from the ingredients. I want to add Rose (Rosa Damascena) Extract Mon rose extract to mask these odors and give the formula a light, non-pungent rose scent. What is the recommended usage percentage for the rose extract?
Are the Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Ascorbyl Palmitate ingredients sold by MySkinRecipes food grade and suitable for use in food products?
Could you provide a guideline for formulating a non-foaming facial cleanser, including recommended ingredients, their usage rates, and basic instructions?
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?
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 Extract liquid (2%), and Water (17%). Can I mix this formula easily at home without much equipment? What is the correct mixing procedure, especially for the powders? Since Repair Activator already contains Butylene Glycol, do I need to add additional Butylene Glycol for the powder ingredients (B3 and Tranexamic Acid) to dissolve? Also, is it necessary to add a preservative to this formula?
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 lower percentage (0.1-1%). Could you please clarify why there is such a difference in recommended usage rates and provide guidance on the appropriate percentages for various product types like creams, wash-off products, and shampoos?
What ingredients can be used to make nipples pinker, what is the recommended usage percentage, and how long does it take to see results?
Will a toner formulation containing Complex Salicylic Acid, Witch Hazel, Allantoin, Vitamin B3, Vitamin E, and Mild Preserved Eco separate?
I am interested in making my own creams and would like feedback on the formulas I have created. Please review if they can be used and how I can improve them, as I am new to this. Thank you. Here are the formulas: **Face Serum (Morning/Evening)** * Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) (Ultra-Fine) 5% * Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate 20%)(Water-Soluble) (Alpha) 3% * Hyaluronic Acid (Japan) 1% * ActiveProtec™ UV (Water-Soluble) 2% * Sterile/Distilled water 89% **Face Cream (Morning/Evening)** * Natural White Beeswax (USA, Melting 62C) 5% * Fractionated Coconut Oil 27% * Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) 10% * VersaMoist™ (Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether) 3% * Sterile/Distilled Water 52% * Alpha Arbutin (China, Crystal Form) 2% * Z-White™ 1% **Body Cream (Morning/Evening)** * Natural White Beeswax (USA, netting 62C) 5% * Fractionated Coconut Oil 30% * Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) 10% * Double Glycerin 15% * Sterile/Distilled Water 100% * Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) (Ultra-Fine) 15% * Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate 20%)(Water-Soluble) (Alpha) 3% * Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide, Switzerland) 8% * VersaMoist™ (Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether) 3% * Z-White™ 1% * Activated Resorcinol™ 1% * Kojic Acid Dipalmitate 3% * MSH White™ (Undecylenoyl phenylalanine) 2% * GlucoBright™ (Acetyl glucosamine) 4%
How to formulate a moisturizer for dry skin that provides long-lasting hydration throughout the day without a heavy texture?
