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Hello, I am interested in purchasing a cream stirrer. The intended use is to stir cream batches not exceeding 4-5 liters per batch. I am considering the Overhead stirrer 150/90W with a suitable size Dissolver/Disperse head. Can this setup be used to make emulsions? Thank you.

Cosmetics Cream Emulsion Mixing Procedure Manufacturing Requirements
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I want to create a deep nourishing sleep mask for skin firmness, brightening, and effective melasma reduction. I have proposed the following formula: 1. Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (aka. Pitera) 44.4% 2. Repair Activator™ 10% 3. Pal-GHK, Pal-GQPR (eq. Matrixyl 3000) 5% 4. Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear) 5% 5. DMI 2% 6. Wax Cream Maker™ 5% 7. propolymer 0.5% 8. MSH White™ 2% 9. 4MSK 2% 10. Phenylethyl Resorcinol (eq. Sym-White™) 0.5% 11. Tranexamic Acid 3% 12. ActiveProtec™ OX 0.6% 13. Jojoba Oil 5% 14. Rose Extract 1% 15. Dimethicone 1 sec 3% 16. Willow Bark Extract 5% Can this formula be mixed? Are there any redundant or incompatible ingredients? If a serum containing Willow Bark Extract 5% is applied before this cream which also contains Willow Bark Extract 5%, will it cause any issues? I am concerned that users who only use this cream might not get sufficient exfoliation for good results if the Willow Bark Extract is removed, but I worry about potential irritation from layering. Should I change to a different, less irritating exfoliating ingredient?

Cosmetics Sleeping Mask Skin Brightening Melasma Treatment Formula Review Ingredient Interaction
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Will Acacia Salicylic Acid, which is made using the spray drying technique with Acacia Gum, be stickier or more viscous than Complex Salicylic Acid? This is based on the understanding that the first uses Acacia Gum and the second is encapsulated and contains Xanthan Gum.

Cosmetics Powder Texture Stickiness Viscosity Ingredient Comparison
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I need to add purple color to a hair coat product. The formula contains Fractionated Coconut Oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone (Silicone oil 350), and Fragrance. I need a colorant that dissolves completely and does not precipitate. I tried a color claimed to be oil-soluble, but it precipitated. What colorant can I use?

Cosmetics Hair Oil Silicone-based Formulation Coloring Solubility Precipitation
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Can 100% L-Ascorbic Acid powder (like the one sold at [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/whitening-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%83%E0%B8%AB%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%82%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A7/134-vitamin-c-l-ascorbic-acid-%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%8B%E0%B8%B5.html:ukgb9ycx]) be registered with the Thai FDA for retail sale, similar to products like The Ordinary's 20g powder?

Cosmetics Powder Regulatory Compliance Product Registration Raw Material Finished Product
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I have a custom acne formula from Myskin that works very well for treating acne, making pimples subside quickly. However, when applied and dried on the skin, it peels or flakes off. This makes it only usable at night, and I would like to be able to use it during the day. Is there any way to fix this issue? The formula ordered from Myskin is: 1. 20nm Silver Pure™ 1.00% 2. Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (Powder, Timed-Release) 3.00% 3. White Egg Enzyme (Acnezyme™) 3.00% 4. Phytosphingosine 1.00% 5. Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC, USA) 1.80% 6. Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free) 1.00% 7. Distilled Water, Sterile 81.70% 8. Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 1.50% 9. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate 1.00% 10. Butylene Glycol 5.00% Thank you.

Cosmetics Serum Acne Treatment Pilling Texture Exfoliation
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Could you please analyze the functions and benefits of the following ingredients when used in a serum formulation: [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%95%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%95%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B4%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A2/74-vitamin-b3-niacinamide-%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%B53.html:xlv04eb8]Vitamin B3[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%AA%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B0%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%9A%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B7%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%84%E0%B9%8C/143-glycerin-%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B5%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%8B%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%99.html:xlv04eb8]Glycerin[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B8%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B7%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A7-moisturizer/7358-peg-ppg-14-7-dimethyl-ether.html:xlv04eb8]VersaMoist™ (PEG/​PPG-14/​7 Dimethyl Ether)[/url:xlv04eb8],1,3-[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%AA%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B0%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%9A%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%84%E0%B9%8C/1337-1-3-propanediol.html:xlv04eb8]Propanediol[/url:xlv04eb8] (Natural),[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/whitening-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%83%E0%B8%AB%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%82%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A7/116-glucosamine-n-acetyl-%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B9%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%8B%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%99.html:xlv04eb8]GlucoBright™[/url:xlv04eb8] ([url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/whitening-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%83%E0%B8%AB%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%8ข%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A7/116-glucosamine-n-acetyl-%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B9%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%8ซ%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%99.html:xlv04eb8]Acetyl glucosamine[/url:xlv04eb8]),[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%ม%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%Aข%E0%B8%์%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%8จ%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%ร์/105-hyaluronic-acid-nano-low-molecule.html:xlv04eb8]Sodium Hyaluronate[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/anti-wrinkle/7385-pro-xylane.html:xlv04eb8]Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol (eq. Pro-Xylane)[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/penetration-enhancer-%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%พ%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%ส%E0%B8%Bา%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%ส%E0%B8%Bู%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%ผ%E0%B8%Bิ%E0%B8%ว/5987-dimethyl-isosorbide-isosorbide-dimethyl-ether.html:xlv04eb8]Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI)[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%Bั%E0%B8%ว%E0%B8%ท%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%ะ%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%Bา%E0%B8%ย/320-butylene-glycol-%E0%B8%บ%E0%B8%ิ%E0%B8%ว%E0%B8%ท%E0%B8%Bี%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%น-%E0%B9%84%E0%B8%ก%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%8ค%E0%B8%อ%E0%B8%ล.html:xlv04eb8]Butylene Glycol[/url:xlv04eb8],Aloe vera,Koji Aspergillus Ferment Filtrate,Soluble Collagen,Jellyfish Collagen,[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%95%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%Bา%E0%B8%น%E0%B8%อ%E0%B8%น%E0%B8%ม%E0%B8%B9%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%อ%E0%B8%ิ%E0%B8%ส%E0%B8%ร%E0%B8%ะ/65-vitamin-e-tocopheryl-acetate-%E0%B8%ว%E0%B8%ิ%E0%B8%ต%E0%B8%Bา%E0%B8%ม%E0%B8%ิ%E0%B8%น%E0%B8%อ%E0%B8%B5.html:xlv04eb8]Vitamin E[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%ต%E0%B8%ั%E0%B8%ว%E0%B8%ท%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%ะ%E0%B8%ล%E0%B8%Bา%E0%B8%ย/886-1-2-hexanediol.html:xlv04eb8]1,2-Hexanediol[/url:xlv04eb8] (Super-Purified, Odorless),[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/emulsifier/175-polysorbate-20-tween-20.html:xlv04eb8]Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20)[/url:xlv04eb8],[url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/oil-in-water/7800-viscolam-at-100p.html:xlv04eb8]Viscolam[/url:xlv04eb8],

Cosmetics Serum Hydration Anti-aging Skin Brightening Formula Review
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I would like to check the ingredients for a cream formulation that I intend to mix myself. This list is for my own reference to facilitate ordering the ingredients. Please do not respond to this message. Here is the ingredient list: * Water * Glycerin * Cyclomethicone * Cyclopentasiloxane * Squalane * Butylene Glycol * Cashew Seed Oil * Ethylhexl Methoxycinnamate * Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer * Fragrance * PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone * Polyacrylamide * Disodium EDTA * EthylhexyGlycerin * Sodium Hydroxide * Cellulose Gum * Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract * C13-14 Isoparaffin * Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer * Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane * Ethylhexyl Salicylate * retinyl palmitate * Sunflower Seed Oil * Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate * Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract * Laureth-7 * pentylene glycol * Biosaccharide Gum-4 * Thermus Thermophillus Ferment * Sechium Edule Fruit Extract * Silanetriol Lysinate * Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract * Xanthan Gum * Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract * Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract * Phenoxyethanol * Potassium Sorbate * Sodium Lauryl Sulfate * BHT * Coumarin * Linalool * Butylphenyl Methylpropional * Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde * Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone * Geraniol * Citronellol * IsoEugenol * Yellow 6 * Red 4

Cosmetics Cream Custom Formulation Ordering Ingredient Selection
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Could you please recommend suitable fragrances for use in a sleeping mask? What types of scents should be used?

Cosmetics Fragrance Leave-in Application Relaxation Gentle Formulation Sleeping Mask
Posted by bowyoy
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The product information for Calcium Thioglycolate states that it must be used with Calcium Hydroxide, mixed in a 5:1 ratio. What happens if Calcium Hydroxide is not included in the formula, and pH is adjusted using Potassium Hydroxide instead?

Cosmetics Hair Removal Ingredient Ratio pH Adjustment Ingredient Alternatives Performance Effect
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For a cream/lotion formulation containing DMI (Dimethyl Isosorbide) as a penetration enhancer, if I dislike the sticky texture after application and want to wash it off, how long should I wait at least to ensure that the active ingredients have been sufficiently absorbed so that washing will not affect the absorption?

Cosmetics Cream Lotion Penetration Enhancer Skin Absorption Stickiness
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Hello, I would like to try mixing cosmetic oils for personal use for the first time. I need advice on using oil as the main ingredient for making facial oil, incorporating active ingredients into the formula. I would like to try making a total of 3 formulas and have drafted the following preliminary formulas: 1. Acne facial oil for reducing acne problems. I want to include Salicylic Acid. * hemp seed oil 70% * Safflower Oil 10% * Jojoba Oil * Grape seed Oil 10% * Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) 0.2% * Salicylic Acid 1.5% * natural Bisabolol 1% * Tea Tree Oil 1% * Lavender Oil 1% 2. Antiaging Formula * Tamanu Oil 20% * Grapeseed Oil 20% * Argan Oil 30% * Safflower Oil 13% * Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol) 1% * Cedarwood Oil (Texas) 1% 3. Reduce acne spots formula * Tamanu Oil 15% * Grape Seed 20% * Rose Hip Oil * Safflower Oil 20% * Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) 0.2% * Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol) 0.8% * Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) 5% * Phytosphingosine 1% * Lavender Oil 1% Are the above drafted formulas mixable? If I want to make a Body oil using the above formulas as a base but adding Fractionated Coconut Oil to reduce cost, can that be done? For example: * Fractionated Coconut Oil 50% * hemp seed oil 10% * Safflower Oil 10% * Jojoba Oil 15.3% * Grape Seed Oil 10% * Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) 0.2% * Salicylic Acid 1.5% * natural Bisabolol 1% * Tea Tree Oil 1% * Lavender Oil 1% Thank you very much.

Cosmetics Oil-based Formulation Acne Treatment Anti-aging Scar Treatment Solubility
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I would like to ask about formulating a Hyaluronic Acid gel. If I want a gel with 1.5% active Double Hyaluron, how much percentage of Double Hyaluron Liquid should I use per percentage of water? Based on the website information that Double Hyaluron Liquid is a liquid form of Double Hyaluron (Standard, Nano) with a concentration of 5% Hyaluronic Acid (consisting of 2.5% Nano Molecule and 2.5% Standard Molecule). Also, can I use Hyaluronic Acid 4D and Hyaluronic Acid Japan in the same gel formula? Will combining Double Hyaluron + Hyaluronic Acid Japan + Hyaluronic Acid 4D result in better moisturization? Will using multiple types mixed together feel stickier on the skin than using a single type?

Cosmetics Gel Usage Percentage Ingredient Mixture Hydration Stickiness
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I have a hair serum formula consisting of Pure-[url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B8%E0%B8%87%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AA%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%A1-%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%A8%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A9%E0%B8%B0/657-keratin-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%99.html:1w2fudza]Keratin[/url:1w2fudza] 2%, [url=https://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B8%E0%B8%87%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AA%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9C%E0%B8%A1-%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%A8%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A9%E0%B8%B0/7434-amino-cmc-cuticle-bonder.html:1w2fudza]AminoCMC[/url:1w2fudza] 2%, [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A2/1001-ethylhexylglycerin-caprylyl-glycol.html:1w2fudza]Mild Preserved Eco[/url:1w2fudza] 1%, any fragrance extract 1%, and Water 94%. Can this formula be mixed? I would also like recommendations for a suitable fragrance. Additionally, I tried to place a production order on the website but encountered issues with the ingredient input step. How should I proceed with ordering production?

Cosmetics Serum Compatibility Fragrance Ordering Preservation
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I want to dilute Glycolic acid with water to get a desired concentration. For a concentration of 5%, the usage ratio is 0.05. Does this mean making a 5% solution (Glycolic 5 : Water 95) and then adding this solution to the formula at 0.05%? Also, regarding the FDA regulation for AHA stating "For consumer use, no more than 5% and product pH not lower than 3.5", does this 5% limit refer to the final concentration in the formula?

Cosmetics Concentration Amount Calculation Regulatory Compliance pH Suitability Usage Percentage
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I need feedback on this toner formula designed for acne-prone skin, targeting clogged pores and inflammatory acne, as well as exfoliation, reducing dark spots, and acne scars. Are there any potential issues with this formula? Formula: Acacia Salicylic Acid (Timed Release Water-Soluble Powder) 4.00 % FruitPeel™ (Fruit Exfoliation) 2.00 % Lactic Acid (AHA) Neutralized 2.00 % Linked Papain 2.00 % Yeast Resurface 2.00 % Pure-Succinic™ (Succinic Acid, High-Purity) 1.00 % Zinc PCA 1.00 % Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3.00 % Phenoxyethanol SA (eq. Optiphen Plus) 0.50 % Odor-Kill™ (Water Soluble) 1.00 % TransMoist™ (PPG-24-Glycereth-24) 1.00 % WaterLube™ Slip 1.00 % Witch Hazel (Alcohol Free, Paraben Free) Plus Allantoin 79.50 %

Cosmetics Toner Acne Treatment Exfoliation Formula Review Skin Irritation
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Can DMI and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin) be used together in the same formula? Specifically, when using them as penetration enhancers, but also wanting the moisturizing benefits from Phospholipid, is it possible to use them together?

Cosmetics Penetration Enhancer Hydration Compatibility Ingredient Selection
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Normally, if Pitera (Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate) is used as the main ingredient, is it unnecessary to add preservatives? If preservatives are added, will it help extend the shelf life?

Cosmetics Serum Preservation Microbial Contamination Stability Water-based Formulation
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Hello, I would like to request formulations and information on ordering for a lip/nipple lightening balm and a lip scrub. For the lip/nipple lightening balm, I would like a balm texture with a slight pink tint, and I need it to show results relatively quickly. Which active ingredients would you recommend for this purpose? For the lip scrub, I would like a texture that is not too coarse so it can be used regularly. I prefer both products to be in tube packaging. Please provide assistance. Thank you.

Cosmetics Lip Balm Scrub Skin Brightening Texture Formulation Examples
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Hello, could you please review the following formulation? The objectives are: 1. To cleanse men's skin without emphasizing foam quantity. 2. To include a scrub for gentle exfoliation of skin cells. 3. To not leave the skin feeling dry or tight after washing. 4. To help prevent acne and control oiliness. 5. The formula should be preparable by hand mixing. The formula is as follows: NO. 1 Item: Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (Liquid, Timed-Release), 2 Item: Apple-Foam™, 3 Item: WaterLock™, 4 Item: Mild Preserved Eco™, 5 Item: Apricot Scrub เม็ดสครับ แอพริคอท ขนาดกลาง, 6 Item: SugarThick™, 7 Item: Distill water.

Cosmetics Gel Exfoliation Acne Treatment Oil Control Hydration
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