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Bakuchiol for Clogged Pores and Oil Serum Formulation Compatibility

I have the following questions: 1) Bakuchiol is stated to have similar effects to Retinol. Does Bakuchiol also help with clogged pores, similar to Retinoids? 2) Please check...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Compatibility Oil-based Formulation Serum Solubility
Posted by hydronium_ion3
2021-06-30
Face Cream Formula Review: Compatibility and Absorption with Satin Cream Maker

Could you please review my face cream formula? I would like to know if the ingredients are compatible and if using...

Cosmetics Compatibility Formula Review Skin Absorption Stability Texture
Posted by ung343
2021-06-30
Formulating Retinaldehyde in Oil: Max Percentage and Oil Base

Based on the provided link...

Cosmetics Dispersion Ingredient Selection Oil-based Formulation Stability Usage Percentage
Posted by searisa
2021-06-30
Titanium Dioxide for white oil-based soap

Which grade of Titanium Dioxide is suitable for making oil-based soap white?

Cosmetics Coloring Dispersion Oil-based Formulation Stability
Posted by pailin_ploy
2021-06-30
Formulation Review for Skin Barrier Cream (Combination/Oily Skin)

Please review the compatibility of the following formulation and check if any ingredients are excessively redundant. I would like this to be a skin barrier product for...

Cosmetics Cream Formula Review Oily Skin Skin Barrier Repair Texture
Posted by xperiapkay2311
2021-06-30
Serum: Daytime Use & Storage Stability

I am making a serum using these two ingredients to replace Licorice Extract: Orange Peel Extract and Lemon Peel Bioferment (Lemon Skin™). Question 1: Can these two ingredients...

Cosmetics Daytime Use Preservation Serum Stability Stability Testing
Posted by jan_nazyy
2021-06-29
Serum Formulation for Whitening, Melasma, and Dark Spots

I have combination skin and want to make a 100g semi-gel facial serum with the following ingredients: 1....

Cosmetics Gel Melasma Treatment Penetration Enhancer Serum Skin Brightening
Posted by mayurin-tengya
2021-06-29
Oxyresveratrol Solubility in Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Ethoxydiglycol

1. Can oxyresveratrol 0.5% dissolve in Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate? Because Galactomyces contains a significant amount of Butylene Glycol. 2. Can oxyresveratrol dissolve in...

Cosmetics Serum Skin Brightening Solubility Solvents Usage Percentage
Posted by niew_panas
2021-06-29
How to Dissolve 12H Fix™ Fragrance Fixative

I am trying to dissolve 12H Fix™ at a 5% concentration. I have tried heating it with Ethyl Alcohol, but it did not dissolve even after heating for a considerable time. I also...

Cosmetics Fragrance Fixation Mixing Procedure Precipitation Solubility Solvents
Posted by aromeedesign
2021-06-28
Making Fragrance Last Longer in Fabric Softener

I want the fragrance in a fabric softener formula to last for many days. What ingredients should be added to the fragrance to achieve this?

Cosmetics Fragrance Fragrance Fixation Fragrance Formulation Long-lasting Volatility
Posted by phutthachokchi2529
2021-06-28
Comparison of Isododecane and C11-12 Isoparaffin in Formulations

Could you please compare ISO-Lite Fast (C11-12 Isoparaffin) and Isododecane regarding their evaporation rate, suitability for non-greasy and fast-drying creams, miscibility...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Ingredient Comparison Solubility Texture Volatility
Posted by mititee
2021-06-28
Formulation challenges with a high-active face cream

I would like to ask about using these 9 ingredients together in a face cream formulation. Is this okay?...

Cosmetics Cream Skin Brightening Skin Irritation Stability pH Suitability
Posted by jettarin.pk045
2021-06-27
Potential Irritation and Clogging from Sunscreen Ingredients

I would like to ask about the ingredients in this list. Which ones should be watched for potential irritation and clogging? 1...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Oil Control Skin Irritation Sunscreen Formulation Texture
Posted by aragesear_champ
2021-06-26
Best Ingredients for Anti-Aging, Lifting, and Wrinkle Reduction

I am an R&D person and would like to know **which ingredient extracts provide the best results for reducing wrinkles, lifting and firming the skin, and preventing new...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Custom Formulation Ingredient Selection Skin Firmness Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by ppa.nathakarn
2021-06-25
Comparison: Activated Resorcinol vs. Sym-White for Skin Brightening

I would like to inquire about whitening ingredients. Comparing Activated Resorcinol™ (4-butyl Resorcinol) and Sym-White (Phenylethyl Resorcinol), which one is more effective...

Cosmetics Compatibility Effectiveness Ingredient Comparison Melasma Treatment Skin Brightening
Posted by pam_ananya
2021-06-24
Dissolving Ferulic Acid in Vitamin C Serum (No EDG, Ethanol, Alkali)

I want to make a serum with Vitamin C and...

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Serum Solubility Solvents Water-based Formulation
Posted by wimonrat.petpon
2021-06-24
Adjusting Lip Balm Color Intensity

I need help checking the ingredients in my lip balm formula. The current formula I'm using results in a lip balm with very little color payoff when applied. Can I adjust or...

Cosmetics Application Area Coloring Hydration Lip Balm Texture
Posted by justfaidindyeye
2021-06-23
Recommended Water Type for Body Mist

What type of water should be used for mixing Body Mist?

Cosmetics Compatibility Microbial Contamination Mist Stability Water-based Formulation
Posted by oat
2021-06-23
Comparing Alcohol-Free Room Spray Bases: Flora Solve Clear vs. Fractionated Coconut Oil

I want to make a room spray using essential oils or fragrance oils. If I don't want to use alcohol, can I use other bases instead? For example, using Flora Solve Clear mixed...

Cosmetics Alcohol-Free Formulation Oil-based Formulation Spray Texture Water-based Formulation
Posted by baanlita
2021-06-22
Using Phytosphingosine SA in Hyaluronic Acid Water Essence

Can Phytosphingosine SA be added to a hyaluronic acid water essence? Will it cause color change or increase viscosity/thickness?

Cosmetics Manufacturing Requirements Precipitation Serum Solubility Stability
Posted by rynznongya
2021-06-22