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Incorporating Bisoctrizole (Tinosorb M) into a Face Gel
If I want to formulate a face gel with the following ingredients: Water +...
Automatic Water Distiller Plug Issue
The plug of the automatic water distiller...
Formulation Advice: Emulsifier, Oil Phase, and Absorption for a Cosmetic Formula
I am creating a cosmetic formula with the following components: 1 coconut triglycerides 7% 2 Fatty alcohol 3% 3 Emulsifier 3% 4 Passion flower oil 7% 5 Glycerin 3% 6...
Formulation for Acne and Dark Spots on Face and Body (Water-Lotion Texture)
I have acne and dark spots on my face, but I want to create a single formula that can also be used on dark spots on my buttocks and groin area. Since I don't want it to feel...
Lotion Formulation Review: High Vitamin C and Emulsifier Concentrations
Can this lotion formula be used? The formula consists of: Beeswax 5%, Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) 17%, Sunflower Oil (High Omega, Refined) 17%, DI Water 35.5%, Vitamin C...
Alternative Ingredient for Blood Microcirculation
Is Palmaria Palmata Extract available? If not, could you recommend an alternative ingredient that can stimulate blood microcirculation?
Silk Lotion Maker and Electrolyte Resistance
Regarding the ingredient Silk Lotion Maker (Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG16/16 Dimethicone), is it highly resistant to electrolytes?
Using Thyme Care and Light Lotion Maker in Shampoo Formulation
I have some questions about using Thyme Care as a preservative and Light Lotion Maker as an emulsifier in a water-based shampoo base. 1. Can Thyme Care be used directly as a...
Cloudiness in Water-based Fragrance Spray Formula
My formula contains Essential oil 4%, Flora Solve Clear 12%, Water 80%, and Flora Fix 4%. I've tested multiple times and found that Flora Fix is causing cloudiness. What can I...
Comparison: Pro Polymer vs. Carbomer Ultrez 21 (Same INCI)
What are the differences between...
Combining Whitening Agents and Sunscreen
I would like to make a sunscreen that also reduces melasma and brightens the skin. Can Z-White (Zinc Glycinate) be mixed into a sunscreen cream? If not, are there any other...
Adjusting Oily Lip Mask Texture (Laneige Style) After Replacing Vaseline with Shea Butter
I want to create a lip mask formula similar to Laneige's texture. I changed the formula by replacing **Vaseline** with **Shea Butter**. However, the resulting texture is too...
Fragrance Stability in Lotion
How can I make the fragrance added to lotion stable so it doesn't fade or change?
Inquiry on PVPP (Cross-linked PVP) Grade
I saw on the website that Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (PVPP, Cross-linked PVP) is commonly used as a tablet disintegrator. The description states "Cosmetic Grade / Food Grade...
Combining Multiple Whitening Ingredients
I would like to know if Activated-resorcinol, tranexamic-acid, Z-White, Sym White, Safe B3, GlucoBright can be mixed together in a formula. Thank you.
Adding Moisturizing Ingredients to Liquid Soap
Could you recommend ingredients that can be added to liquid soap to increase skin moisture?
Using HEPES for pH Adjustment in High pH Cream
If a cream has a high pH, can HEPES (hydroxyethyl piperazineethanesulfonic acid) be used to manage the pH? Thank you.
Adjusting Serum Formula for Better Texture
I have formulated a serum with the following ingredients and percentages: Rosehip oil 5% Argan Oil 5% Glyceryl Stearate Citrate 3% Fractionated Coconut Oil 20% shea butter...
Alternatives for Poloxamer 407 (Pluronic F127)
Are there any ingredients that can be used as an alternative to Poloxamer 407 (Pluronic F127)?
Chlorophyll Color and pH Stability
Could you please provide the color range of chlorophyll based on pH, similar to the information available for anthocyanins? Specifically, I would like to know what color it...