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What are the components and properties of the Sulfate Free No-Tear Shampoo Base (pH 6, Clear, Foaming), and does it contain Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)?

Cosmetics Foaming Gentle Formulation Ingredient Declaration Shampoo Base Sulfate-Free
Posted by belle_kanokorn
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Could you please provide guidance on formulating a black hair coloring conditioner, including necessary ingredient types, recommended products, and their suggested usage rates,...

Cosmetics Conditioner Custom Formulation Hair Colorant Staining pH Adjustment
Posted by pazzmo_banana
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What is the formulation for a hair conditioner that provides volume for fine hair?

Cosmetics Conditioner Formulation Examples Hair Volume Ingredient Selection
Posted by exclusive.salon2014
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What are safe, preferably herbal, product options or ingredients available for covering or reducing grey hair?

Cosmetics Grey Hair Care Hair Colorant Hair Darkening Natural Formulation Safety
Posted by green_munin
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When formulating light-colored matte lipsticks like nude or light pink, how can I resolve issues such as white residue and settling into lip lines? Could you also recommend a...

Cosmetics Dispersion Lip Product Matt Finish Residue Settling into lines
Posted by justfaidindyeye
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When using Pep®-Acne (Oligopeptide-10) in a toner and AcnePLEX™ in a serum together for acne treatment, should the concentration of AcnePLEX™ in the serum be reduced?

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Concentration Ingredient Interaction Serum Toner
Posted by icejaraa
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I am formulating a clear, lightweight serum with several active ingredients including Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Shea Butter Water, Niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine, 4D Hyaluronic...

Cosmetics Compatibility Serum Solubility Texture pH Suitability
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Hello, I have a question about a cream formulation I'm experimenting with. The formula I tested is: 1. Glyceryl Glucoside 3.03 g 2. Ethanol 2.03 g 3. Aristoflex AVC 2.00 g 4....

Cosmetics Cream Crystallization Emulsification Mixing Procedure Texture
Posted by sung91991
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I made a day and night skincare formula, but the texture turned out sticky, thick, and heavy. What could be the causes, and can it be fixed after production? What methods can...

Cosmetics Serum Stickiness Texture Texture Modification Viscosity
Posted by gib.8gt
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I want to create a natural/organic facial or body mist using essential oils. Could you provide a formulation guide? Specifically, I need to know if Purified Water is correct,...

Cosmetics Mist Natural Formulation Preservation Solubilizer Spray
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The user is seeking guidance on formulating a silicone-based lubricant with properties like slipperiness, slow drying, and waterproofness (requiring soap to wash off). They...

Cosmetics Gel Melasma Treatment Slip Solubility Waterproof
Posted by saha2537
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When formulating a sunscreen product using SPF Protect Ultra™ II and needing to register with the FDA, what are the required INCI names and the percentage breakdown of each...

Cosmetics Ingredient Declaration Product Registration Sun Protection Sunscreen Base Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by nupookca
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When formulating a simple face oil with Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline (DPHP) and Fractionated Coconut Oil, DPHP dissolves upon heating but recrystallizes after cooling. Why does...

Cosmetics Crystallization Oil Serum Solubility Stability
Posted by nonthipat.s
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Please analyze a shared serum formula claiming to reduce acne, wrinkles, and brighten skin. Are the ingredients effective, does the formula need adjustments, and can you...

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Serum Skin Brightening Stability pH Suitability
Posted by kobmrang
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Can Phenylethyl Resorcinol and Activated Resorcinol be used together in the same formulation, or is using one sufficient for skin brightening?

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Skin Brightening Skin Irritation Tyrosinase Inhibition
Posted by jackwalker2510
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Which types of thickeners can be used to adjust the texture of a cream formulated with Warp Cream Maker™ XL (a Water-in-Oil/Silicone emulsifier)?

Cosmetics Cream Texture Modification Thickener Water-in-Oil Water-in-Silicone
Posted by imootong1988
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What are the recommended usage instructions, frequency, potential side effects, and important precautions when using a cream containing CysWhite™ (Cysteamine HCL) for skin concerns?

Cosmetics Cream Skin Brightening Skin Irritation Stability Sun Protection
Posted by modtanoy21
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Can cooling agents WS-3 and WS-23 be used in soap formulations? What are the differences between them, and what is the recommended usage rate for WS-23 in soap?

Cosmetics Application Area Compatibility Cooling Sensation Usage Percentage
Posted by nupookca
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Are the two products listed as "WS-23 Cooling Agent" on the website (Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Product ID 2225, and FEMA 3804, Product ID 8985) the same ingredient, or...

Cosmetics Cooling Sensation Cosmetic Application Food Application Ingredient Classification Oral Application
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Could you recommend suitable emulsifiers for a formulation? Is it necessary to include an oil phase when using an emulsifier? Also, is Nano Gold compatible with EDTA (a...

Cosmetics Chelating Agent Emulsifier Emulsion Ingredient Interaction Oil
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