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Alternative Solvents for Fragrance Mixing (Replacing Propylene Glycol)

If we use Propylene Glycol for mixing fragrance, but it now seems to be a controlled substance, what can we use as a replacement? We are looking for an alternative with similar...

Cosmetics Fragrance Fragrance Formulation Ingredient Alternatives Solubility Solvents

Posted by scbudnang

2021-06-02 Read More

Usage of Oil Blender™ (Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate) and Volatility of LipidSoft™ Lite (Isononyl Isononanoate)

Regarding the product [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/make-up-bb-cream/1004-oil-blender.html:5sutthtp]Oil Blender™[/url:5sutthtp]...

Cosmetics Emollient Emulsifier Usage Percentage Volatility Water-in-Oil

Posted by mititee

2021-06-02 Read More

Melasma Cream Formulation Analysis and Mixing Guide

I have the following formula: Water 84.2%, Vitamin B3 5%, Disodium EDTA 0.2%, Raffinose 1%, Active Protec ox 0.6%, Pro Polymer 1%, Activated Resorcinol 1%, Kojic Acid 3%,...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsifier Melasma Treatment Mixing Procedure Stability

Posted by vvthai13

2021-06-01 Read More

Using Encapsulated Salicylic Acid in Bar Soap

Can Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (Liquid, Timed-Release, Wash-Off) be mixed into bar soap?

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Bar Soap Encapsulation Mixing Procedure Wash-off Application

Posted by watcharanon.ns

2021-05-31 Read More

Protection for Ethyl Ascorbic Acid with ActiveProtec vs Protec

I am using Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C Ethyl Ether) in my formula. The formula already contains ActiveProtec™ OX at 1% and ActiveProtec™ UV at 2%. Given this, is it still...

Cosmetics Formula UV Protection Oxidation Skin Brightening Stability Water-based Formulation

Posted by mititee

2021-05-31 Read More

Cream Formulation Similar to SK-II SkinPower Cream

I am interested in a cream formulation similar to SK-II SkinPower Cream. Could you please suggest ingredients and methods?

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cream Custom Formulation Hydration Ingredient Alternatives

Posted by beingrich249

2021-05-31 Read More

Moisturizing cream for dry skin: Fast-absorbing, non-sticky texture

I would like a formula for a skin nourishing cream that makes the skin moisturized, focusing on fast absorption and non-stickiness. My skin is very dry because I am always in...

Cosmetics Cream Hydration Non-sticky Texture Skin Absorption Skin Dryness

Posted by chetsoi.cs

2021-05-31 Read More

Compatibility of Phenylethyl Resorcinol and FruitPeel™

Can...

Cosmetics Compatibility Exfoliation Skin Brightening pH Suitability

Posted by mititee

2021-05-31 Read More

Mixing Silky Serum Base Plus without Heat

Can the...

Cosmetics Cold Process Formulation Mixing Procedure Serum Texture

Posted by promveha

2021-05-29 Read More

Adding Heat-Sensitive Ingredients to Hot Process Cream

I would like to ask, in a formulation containing an extract that cannot withstand heat above 40°C, such as Ectoin, but the formula uses a hot process for emulsification with...

Cosmetics Cream Heat Sensitive Hot Process Formulation Mixing Procedure

Posted by palm_pp39

2021-05-29 Read More

Adding Beads to Body Oil

I want to add beads to a BODY OIL formula. I'm not sure how to choose them, if they will float in the oil, or what substances I need to add. Please advise.

Cosmetics Beads Body Oil Oil Gellant Suspension Texture

Posted by ausay_28

2021-05-28 Read More

Adding Phytosphingosine to a Glycol-Based Serum

Can I add...

Cosmetics Compatibility Oil-Free Formulation Serum Solubility Texture

Posted by rachoyu

2021-05-28 Read More

DMAE Odor Masking and Niacinamide for Irritation

1. I would like to ask, if I use DMAE (SkinTight MD™) Liquid at 1%, what odor masking agent do you recommend and in what quantity to eliminate the odor? Also, if I increase the...

Cosmetics Ingredient Function Odor Reduction Serum Skin Irritation Usage Percentage

Posted by dymilo

2021-05-27 Read More

Water-Based Serum Formulation: Mixing, Penetration Enhancers, and Water Content

I have questions about formulating a water-based serum. First, for water-soluble ingredients, some of which contain Glycerin (like...

Cosmetics Penetration Enhancer Serum Usage Percentage Viscosity Water-based Formulation

Posted by dymilo

2021-05-27 Read More

Formula Compatibility, Texture, and Color Analysis

Please check the compatibility of the following formula ingredients and advise on the expected texture and color of the final product (will it be colored or clear)? 1....

Cosmetics Color Changing Compatibility Cream Stability Texture

Posted by littleme_nattaya

2021-05-27 Read More

Using Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate in No-Rinse Cleansing Formula

Can Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate ([url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/oil-in-water-high-hlb/8203-polyglyceryl-10-laurate.html:3khvii67]Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate[/url:3khvii67]) be...

Cosmetics Cleaning Water Makeup Removal Micellar Formulation Solubility Surfactant

Posted by munkming

2021-05-27 Read More

Using Silk Lotion Maker with Alternative Gel Makers

I would like to ask if [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/emulsifier/6505-bis-peg-ppg-16-16-peg-ppg16-16-dimethicone.html:2nbmyyeg]Silk Lotion Maker[/url:2nbmyyeg], besides...

Cosmetics Compatibility Non-sticky Texture Stickiness Texture Thickener

Posted by misix24

2021-05-26 Read More

Ingredients to make oil absorb faster into skin

What ingredients can be added to an oil formulation to make it absorb into the skin quickly, and what are the recommended usage percentages for these ingredients?

Cosmetics Emollient Oil Skin Absorption Texture Usage Percentage

Posted by nature_888