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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 Read More

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 Read More

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 Read More

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 Read More

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 Read More

Acetyl Hydroxyproline vs Ceramide NP: Ceramide Synthesis & Watery Essence Use

Can the ingredient (Acetyl...

Cosmetics Ingredient Comparison Serum Skin Barrier Repair Water-based Formulation pH Adjustment

Posted by rynznongya

2021-06-22 Read More

Ingredients for Strengthening Skin Barrier and Boosting Ceramides

Could you recommend ingredients that act as prebiotics, help strengthen the skin, and assist in building ceramides?

Cosmetics Hydration Skin Barrier Repair Skin Health Skin Prebiotic

Posted by rynznongya

2021-06-22 Read More

Understanding Ceramide NS and Ceramide AP Differences

What are Ceramide NS (Cer(NS)) and Ceramide AP (Cer(AP)), how do they differ, and why are they difficult to understand from the graph?

Cosmetics Chemical Structure Hydration Ingredient Classification Ingredient Comparison Skin Barrier Repair

Posted by rynznongya

2021-06-22 Read More

Room Spray Formulation with High Essential Oil Concentration

I would like to make a room spray. Can I mix deb mix 70% (with 2% Flora Fix added) Essential Oil 30% according to this formula? Is it correct that I don't need to add water? Thank you.

Cosmetics Fragrance Formulation High Oil Content Solubility Solubilizer Spray

Posted by baanlita

2021-06-22 Read More

Serum Bead Formulation Issues: Separation and Texture

Hello, first, here is the formula: serum bead -water phase...

Cosmetics Beads Emulsifier Phase Separation Serum Texture

Posted by 62605063

2021-06-22 Read More

Essential Oil Solubility and Natural Mosquito Repellent Balm Formula for Children

I saw that [url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/essential-oil-distillation/7927-citrus-junos-yuzu-peel-oil.html:3t8sczp5]Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Peel Oil[/url:3t8sczp5] is...

Cosmetics Balm Mosquito Repellency Natural Formulation Pediatric Usage Solubility

Posted by ammonarun

2021-06-21 Read More

How to Use Moist Cream Maker™ and Troubleshoot Formulation Issues

I would like to ask about the method for using [url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/oil-in-water-emulsifier/8007-cetearyl-glucoside-and-cetearyl-alcohol.html:1808k9ly]Moist...

Cosmetics Clumping Cream Emulsifier Mixing Procedure Phase Separation

Posted by mititee

2021-06-21 Read More

Reviewing DIY Lotion/Serum/Essence Formulation for Stability and Ingredient Usage

I plan to make skincare products for personal use with a lotion/serum/essence texture. Could you please review the following ingredient list before I purchase the ingredients?...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Formula Review Serum Stability Usage Percentage

Posted by assadej

2021-06-20 Read More

Murasaki Root Oil and Acne/Clogged Pores

I want to ask about the use of Murasaki Root Oil. Does Murasaki Root Oil cause clogged pores and acne? Can it be used by someone with oily, acne-prone skin? Thank you.

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Clogged Pores Oil Oily Skin

Posted by pam_ananya

2021-06-19 Read More

Vitamin E Type for Shower Oil

Can I use a "Water-soluble" Vitamin E in Shower Oil, or should I use a different type that is not labeled as Water-soluble?

Cosmetics Oil Compatibility Oil-based Formulation Shower Oil Solubility

Posted by brutee.prem

2021-06-18 Read More

Room Spray Turns Cloudy After Mixing Essential Oils and Polysorbate 20

I am trying to make a 100ml Room Spray. I used the following ingredients: * Essential Oil: 30 drops (tangerine, Lavender, Lime, Spearmint blend) * Polysorbate 20 (Tween20): 60...

Cosmetics Essential Oil Room Spray Solubility Solubilizer Turbidity

Posted by smile.hippy

2021-06-18 Read More

Percentage of Ingredients in Skin-mimic Blend

Could you please provide information on the exact percentage of each ingredient, specifically Olive Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, shea butter, Squalane, Cholesterol, Ceramide np,...

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Ingredient Mixture Ingredient Ratio Raw Material Skin Barrier Repair

Posted by niew_panas

2021-06-17 Read More

Microcrystalline Cellulose for Texture and Usage Percentage

Can the Microcrystalline Cellulose available from the company help increase the texture/viscosity of a formula? Is there a recommended usage percentage?

Cosmetics Powder Texture Thickener Usage Percentage Viscosity

Posted by vaiyaporn.sri

2021-06-17 Read More

Combining Japanese Cedar and Activated Resorcinol in Formulation

Can Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria Japonica Bud Extract) be used together with Activated Resorcinol (4-Butylresorcinol) in a formulation, considering factors like pH, solubility,...

Cosmetics Compatibility Emulsion Solubility Stability pH Suitability

Posted by thailadyartnew