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Solubility issue of Activated Resorcinol in water-based product

I tested dissolving Activated Resorcinol(TM) in Butylene Glycol and found it dissolved well and was clear. In this step, it was fine. However, when I mixed it with a...

Cosmetics Precipitation Solubility Turbidity Water-based Formulation
Posted by non.ant
2021-10-28
Emulsifier Recommendation for Unstable Serum (Soy Lecithin + Tween 20)

I need advice regarding my serum formulation. I used **Soy Lecithin** mixed with **Tween 20** to adjust the HLB to approximately 6-7, but the formula is unstable. Could you...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Formulation Adjustment HLB Value Serum Stability
Posted by jwasarin
2021-10-28
Lotion Formula Review: Emulsifier and Essential Oil Percentage

Could you please review the following lotion formula? Coconut Oil 18% Shea Butter 7.5% Sensitive Cream Maker 0.5% DI Water 68% Glycerin 2% Mild Preserved Eco 2% Lavender...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Formula Review Lotion Stability Usage Percentage
Posted by pakakrong.villa51
2021-10-28
Inquiry about Ingredient Availability and Alternatives

Do you have the following ingredients: Cocamide Methyl MEA, Glycereth-7 Caprylate/Caprate, and Coconut Oil Glycereth-8 Esters? If not, what alternative ingredients can you recommend?

Cosmetics Emollient Ingredient Alternatives Ingredient Availability Solubilizer Surfactant
Posted by kjlalita
2021-10-27
Body Scrub Formulation with AHA

Could you provide a body scrub formulation that includes AHA?

Cosmetics Exfoliation Formulation Examples Scrub Usage Percentage pH Adjustment
Posted by beempee2001
2021-10-27
Combining Stannous Fluoride and Sodium Fluoride in Oral Care

Can Stannous fluoride (used for reducing tooth sensitivity) and Sodium Fluoride (used for enamel coating/anticaries) be used together in an oral care formulation? Will there be...

Cosmetics Compatibility Product Registration Stability Tooth Sensitivity Toothpaste
Posted by pawanaherb
2021-10-27
Titanium Dioxide in Oil-Free Water Base: Settling and Dispersion

I am looking for [url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/search?search_query=titanium+dioxide&orderby=position&orderway=desc:15k2yw6h]Titanium Dioxide[/url:15k2yw6h] that has...

Cosmetics Coverage Dispersion Oil-Free Formulation Precipitation Water-based Formulation
Posted by pichetch
2021-10-26
Liquid Alternatives for Hair Odor Elimination

Can DeoMax™ Liquid be used to eliminate natural hair odor when there's no time to wash, or hair odor from smoke like grilling? Is it effective, or what other ingredients can be...

Cosmetics Hair Odor Elimination Odor Reduction Smoke Odor Solution Spray
Posted by khemjira1242
2021-10-26
Dissolving Propolis Extract (High Flavonoids) in Formulation

The Propolis Extract (30% flavonoids) product page states it is soluble in Propylene Glycol and Butylene Glycol. However, when attempting to use it in a formulation with the...

Cosmetics Botanical Extract Mixing Method Sediment Solubility Water Phase
Posted by x-treme_xeezs
2021-10-26
Using Musk Fix for Fragrance Longevity in Clear Shower Gel

I would like to ask if Musk Fix™ can be mixed into an SLES surfactant shower gel formula to help the fragrance last longer. If it can, how should I dissolve it with the...

Cosmetics Clarity Fragrance Fixation Gel Long-lasting Solubilizer
Posted by tidarat
2021-10-26
Calculating Protein Amount from Supplement

For a Cab-Free protein product with a recommended daily amount of 30,000 mg (equivalent to 30 g) and a protein content listed as 80 g per 100 g, if I consume 30 g, I will...

Food Amount Calculation Food Application Nutritional Value Powder Recommended Dosage
Posted by jelektip
2021-10-25
Resolving Grainy Texture in Cream After Adding Oil-Soluble MSH White

I am developing a cream formulation using the following process: 1. Combine water and water-soluble ingredients (Water Part). 2. Add the cream maker (emulsifier). 3. The cream...

Cosmetics Aesthetic Appearance Cream Formulation Emulsion Stability Oil-Soluble Ingredient Whitening
Posted by chanathikarn.p
2021-10-25
Serum Cloudiness and White Residue Issue

Based on the following serum formula, what causes the cloudiness in the texture and the significant white residue when applied to the skin? Formula ingredients: Water, HEC,...

Cosmetics Residue Serum Solubility Stability Turbidity
Posted by minnie_nannie
2021-10-25
Formula Review for Micellar Shower Gel

I would like to inquire about a formula. I want to make a micellar shower gel. I'm not sure if this formula is suitable: Sodium Coco Sulfate 12%, Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic...

Cosmetics Formula Review Gel Micellar Formulation Surfactant Thickener
Posted by nurarihyung
2021-10-25
Fragrance Fixative and Solubilizer for Room Spray Formulation

Can FloraFix, Flora Sol, Ethyl Alcohol 99.9%, and PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil be used to mix with essential oils for all scents to create a room spray? What is the...

Cosmetics Fragrance Fixation Ingredient Ratio Solubility Solubilizer Spray
Posted by mayuri_5
2021-10-25
Formula Compatibility and Thickening for Serum

I have the following formula and would like to know if it is compatible for mixing. If I want to make it thicker, what ingredient should I use? Formula: Galactomyces Ferment...

Cosmetics Compatibility Serum Texture Viscosity pH Suitability
Posted by varintita88
2021-10-24
Adding Moringa Oil to Liquid Soap for Clarity

In a liquid soap formulation containing Virgin Moringa Oil, what is the maximum percentage of Moringa Oil that can be added while maintaining clarity, and what ingredients are...

Cosmetics Clarity Liquid Soap Oil Compatibility Solubility Solubilizer
Posted by nupookca
2021-10-23
Usage of Sulfate Free Foaming Base for Leave-on and Pet Applications

Could you please advise on the following regarding the...

Cosmetics Foaming Pet Application Shampoo Base Sulfate-Free Formulation Usage Percentage
Posted by manichap1
2021-10-23
Preventing Discoloration in Vitamin C Serum with ActiveProtec OX

My serum contains...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Color Changing Oxidation Serum Stability
Posted by naratree88
2021-10-22
Phase Separation in Cream using Silky Serum Base Plus

I'm using Silky Serum Base Plus at 15 % as the main base for a cream formulation, with 5% oil. Initially, the cream texture was nice, but after a while, the oil gradually...

Cosmetics Cream Ingredient Alternatives Phase Separation Serum Stability
Posted by technical_rd
2021-10-21