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Can using [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/distilled-infused-water/1255-rose-water-%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%AD%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B8%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%9A-rosa-damascena.html:328so9k7]Rose Water[/url:328so9k7] cause irritation, especially for people with sensitive skin?
What is the suitable pH range for formulations containing Calendula Extract (Water Soluble)? The product details do not specify this information.
I am interested in making a cream with active ingredients Ichthammol and Azelaic Acid for acne treatment, but I have some issues: 1. Assuming I want to register this product with the Thai FDA for use in cosmetics, are these substances classified as drugs or cosmetics? Are there any prohibitions for registration? For example, Azelaic Acid is typically listed as a drug, but Azeloil diglycinate can be used instead, which is a bit confusing. 2. How can I check whether a substance is classified as a drug or a cosmetic ingredient? Is there a website to check this information, or do I have to call the FDA for each specific substance, such as Tar?
I have questions about the Reed Diffuser Base Type 1 and Type 2: 1. Do Reed Diffuser Base Type 1 and Type 2 contain Alcohol and Dipropylene Glycol? 2. If I want to list the ingredients on the product label, what INCI names should I use, or what should I specify?
Can Alpha Arbutin be used together with Perfect-C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) in a formulation? Is Disodium EDTA necessary for Perfect-C if the formula contains purified water, specifically for a formulation focused on skin brightening and melasma treatment?
Hello. Could you please provide a formulation recommendation for a serum using ActiveRelease Retinal as the sole active ingredient? Thank you.
I would like to inquire about producing cream for research. If I need to produce a placebo and a product containing active ingredients, specifically [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%98%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4/123-calendula-extract-%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%B2%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%B9%E0%B8%A5%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%B2-%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A7%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B7%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%87-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94.html:3bttzp8n]Calendula[/url:3bttzp8n] officinalis extract at 0.9%, with all other ingredients being exactly the same, is it possible to produce creams with identical physical characteristics (color and smell) that users cannot distinguish?
Is Menthol used in cold balm formulations? If considering alternatives like Cool Touch (Menthyl Lactate) or Freeze Me (Menthone Glycerin Acetal) which are described as non-irritating on the website, what are the differences between these two, and what usage percentage is needed for each to achieve a cooling effect comparable to 3% Menthol?
How to increase the pH of a shampoo that has a pH of 3, and what substance should be used for this adjustment?
I am experiencing a dissolution problem with L-Ascorbic Acid in a formula similar to Skinceuticals. I mixed Part A and Part B at 45°C for 1 minute, then added standard grade L-Ascorbic Acid. It did not dissolve even after stirring for a long time (3 days now). I plan to discard this batch and make a new one using L-Ascorbic Acid Ultra Fine. How can I resolve this issue? The formula used was: Part A: DI Water 43.7g, Triethanolamine (TEA) 2.5g (omitted), Ferulic Acid 0.5g, Panthenol 0.5g. Part B: Ethoxydiglycol 20g, Propylene Glycol 10g, Glycerin 3g, Laureth-23 3g, d-Alpha Tocopherol 1g.
I would like to ask for advice regarding a serum formula. The test formula for Puress Blue Serum has the following ingredients: Zinc PCA 1% Sebum-Reg™ (Capryloyl Glycine) 2% Methylsulfonylmethane (Pure MSM™) 3% L-Carnitine (Carnitine) 3% Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 2% SelectSorb™ (PMMA Oil Absorber) 3% Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide, Switzerland) 2% GlucoBright™ (Acetyl glucosamine) 3% Z-White™ 0.5% 4MSK (Potassium Methoxysalicylate) 2% CosmoWhite™ (1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide) 1.5% Tranexamic Acid 1% Alpha Arbutin (China, Enzymatic Synthesis) 1% Satin Cream Maker™ 1.8% Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear) 7% Skin-mimic™ (Skin Barrier Restoration) 5% Disodium EDTA 0.2% Sodium Metabisulfite 0.2% Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free) 1% Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3% Phospholipid 2% Mystery Rose 0.1% Sterile Distilled Water 54.7% After using it, I encountered the following problems: 1. After application, the serum leaves a sticky residue on the face. 2. The serum has a faint fishy smell, similar to fish sauce. I would like to know the causes of these issues and how to resolve them. Thank you in advance.
1. Which of the following ingredients are sticky? 1.1 4MSK 1.2 Ethyl Ascorbic acid 1.3 Tranexamic Acid 1.4 Ectoine 1.5 Willow Bark Extract 1.6 Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 1%) 1.7 Japanese Cedar 1.8 Skin-mimic 1.9 MOIST72 1.10 Repair Activator 1.11 Wrinkle-Fill 1.12 Lift-Now 1.13 Adenosine Liposome 1.14 Pal-GHK 1.15 Argireline 1.16 Wrinkle-Lax 1.17 PiteraEx 1.18 Panthenol 1.19 Satin Cream Maker 1.20 Xanthan Gum 1.21 Laurocapram 1.22 Pure-Succinic 1.23 Acacia Salicylic Acid 1.24 Energy-Blend 1.25 Idebenone 1.26 Tetrapeptide-21 2. If the original formula uses Satin Cream Maker 1.5% and Xanthan Gum 0.5% to create the cream texture, how much Warp Cream Maker should be used instead? 3. Can Warp Cream Maker withstand electrolyte? 4. Can Energy-Blend (which contains Vitamin B3) be used together with Vitamin C? 5. If Idebenone is used as an antioxidant in the formula, is it still necessary to add Vitamin E or ActiveProtec for antioxidant and ingredient protection? 6. If the formula contains VersaMoist 2% to adjust texture/reduce stickiness, can Yerba Santa Glycoprotein 5% be added?
I mixed Encapsulated salicylic acid (liquid, time-Release, wash-off) 3%, glycolic acid 5%, and water 92%. I stored the mixture in a clear bottle in the refrigerator for one week. I observed crystallization. Is this crystallization a problem? Is the encapsulation damaged?
Please review my proposed formula for a silicone-free physical sunscreen BB/cushion foundation with SPF50 PA++++ and waterproof properties, aiming for a light, easy-to-spread texture with moderate oil control. I am unsure about the formula and what adjustments might be needed. The ingredients and percentages are as follows: 1. Zinc Oxide Neutral 8 % 2. Titanium Dioxide Transparent (ชนิดโปร่งแสง) 15% 3. PMMA Booster (SPF/Color Booster) 5% 4. LipidSoft™ CC 15% 5. BB Micro Silk™ 5% 6. Silk Sericite Powder (Matte, Lauroyl lysine Coated) 3% 7. AminoSilk™ (Lauroyl lysine) 3% 8. WhiteMatte3™ (Boron Nitride 3micron) 3% 9. Water-Capsule™ (Water-in-Oil Cream) 4% 10. Butylene Glycol 3% 11. Squalane (Olive) 3% 12. Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) 1% 13. Rhamnose (น้ำตาลแรมโนส) 2% 14. Panthenol (Vitamin B5) ExtraLite™ 1% 15. Prebio-care (Skin Prebiotic) 3% 16. Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free) 1% 17. Beige Iron Oxides EasyMix™ 0.40% 18. น้ำกลั่น ปราศจากเชื้อ 24.59%
Is it possible to create a 100% physical sun serum with SPF50, PA+++, protection against visible light and infrared, a fast-absorbing, non-greasy serum texture, suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin (non-comedogenic), containing anti-irritation, anti-pollution, and anti-oxidant ingredients, while being free from Silicone, Alcohol, Paraben, Fragrance, Mineral Oil, PEG/PPG, Phenoxyethanol, and Benzophenone, and also being Preservative Free and Dermatologist tested?
Hello, I would like to ask about grey hair coverage shampoo. Can I use SemiColor - Wood Black, ColorFix™ (helps hair color adhere better), N70, Coco Betaine, Cocamide DEA, and NaCl together? And what proportions should I use? Thank you very much.
Can [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%A9%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A7/1372-encapsulated-salicylic-acid-timed-release-bha-%E0%B8%AD%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%A2%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9E%E0%B8%B4%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A8%E0%B8%A9.html:1n9ambkl]Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (Powder, Timed-Release)[/url:1n9ambkl] be dispersed in [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/27-%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%98%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4:1n9ambkl]natural oils[/url:1n9ambkl] or [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B1%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%98%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B4/169-fractionated-coconut-oil.html:1n9ambkl]Fractionated Coconut Oil[/url:1n9ambkl]? What is the mixing procedure? Thank you.
Can Snail Resin [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/emulsifier/1043-snail-resin-%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%87%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B7%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%AA%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%A5-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%B7%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A2%E0%B8%B7%E0%B8%94.html:1ms4sb6u]Snail Resin[/url:1ms4sb6u] be used with a glycerin base to create a very stretchy texture? If so, in which part of the formulation should it be mixed?
Hello, I would like to consult about ingredients used in oil formulas. In the formula I have attached, Sucrose Stearate and Sucrose Palmitate are used. I would like to know if I can develop a formula using other oils besides Fractionated Coconut Oil. Will it result in a clear gel texture? Or are there other ingredients you can recommend? I want to develop an oil gel formula that provides a clear gel texture. Thank you.
I would like to ask about Flora Solve™ Clear (for mixing fragrance in colorless water). We want to make a mosquito repellent spray with the following ingredients: 1. Ethyl alcohol, 2. Water, 3. Essential oils. We would like to know if adding Flora Solve™ Clear will make the product water cloudy. We want the product water to be clear. We previously tried using Tween 20 and it was very cloudy. Please answer.
