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I have a formulation with an oil phase consisting of Fractionated Coconut Oil and Lemongrass Oil, and a water phase consisting of clear liquid herbal extracts. I want the final product to be a clear liquid similar to moisture water products like those from Muji. What type of emulsifier should I use?
Can the following ingredients be used under the eyes? * Aloe Vera * Genistein * Natto Gum * Centella Asiatica
Regarding the formulation of [PCMX]: * Should I avoid adding any extracts to the formula, such as Aloe Vera extract or any flower extracts, as they might reduce the efficacy in controlling germs? * Is it unnecessary to mix in Silver Nano or other ingredients that already have disinfectant properties, because PCMX at 0.2%-0.5% can be used to replace various products like 70% alcohol gel?
I would like to know if using gold mica for a body shimmer spray on dark skin is suitable. I have dark skin and want a mica color that catches sunlight and is shimmery/glowy. I am unsure if gold is the right color choice.
Can I use X-Glycerin as a moisturizer instead of Glycerin in an alcohol hand gel formulation?
What percentage of **ActiveRelease Retinal™** should be used to equal **Retinaldehyde 0.1%**? (I have read the information on the website but don't understand.)
I understand that using `Pro Polymer` as a gelling agent in an `alcohol` gel formula might make the gel slightly sticky, so a small amount of oil should be added. I would like to ask: 1. What percentage of oil should be added? 2. At which step should the oil be added? Can it be dissolved with the `alcohol` directly, or is another emulsifier needed?
I would like to inquire about making a **dark spot reducing gel** that contains **MSH White™** (Undecylenoyl phenylalanine). What solvents can be used and in what quantity?
Can Natural Moisturizing Amino Acids be used directly? If not, what should be added?
Please analyze the following ingredient list for a cosmetic formulation and explain the function of each ingredient and the overall product type and benefits: * Water * Sea Kelp (Lactobacillus/Kelp Ferment Filtrate) Bioferment * Sodium PCA * Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C) * Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) * Ferulic Acid * Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract * Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Epigallocatechin Gallate * Niacinamide * Carnosine * Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone * Carnitine * Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane (and) Tetrahydrodemethoxydiferuloylmethane (and) Tetrahydrobisdemethoxydiferuloylmethane * Sorghum Bicolor Leaf/Stem Extract * Lycopene * Astaxanthin * Fucoxanthin * Porphyridium Polysaccharide * Glutathione * sh-Polypeptide-2 * sh-Polypeptide-77 (Glutaredoxin (GRX)) * Superoxide Dismutase * Citric Acid * Propylene Glycol (and) Diazolidinyl Urea (and) Methylparaben (and) Propylparaben
Please review and adjust the following formula for a serum targeting skin whitening, anti-aging, oil control, and moisturization. The formula should be suitable for storage at room temperature. **Proposed Formula:** 1. Safe-B3: 5% 2. GlucoBright: 4% 3. 4MSK: 2% 4. Z-White: 1% 5. Vitamin B5 ExtraLite: 2% 6. DMAE: 3% 7. Encapsulated Retinol: 2% 8. Lactobionic Acid: 2% 9. Ampho-Glycolic: 2% 10. Zinc PCA: 1% 11. L-Carnitine: 2% 12. Copper PCA: 1% 13. Creatine 100: 0.5% 14. Glycerin 99.5%: 5% 15. 1,2-Hexanediol: 3% 16. Phenoxyethanol (Extra Pure): 0.5% 17. AnyGel: 1% 18. Water: 63% **Mixing Instructions:** Combine ingredients 1-16 and 18. Add ingredient 17 last. Thank you.
Are the following ingredients suitable for use in an under-eye serum formulation? * Aloe Vera Extract (อัตราสกัด 10:1 FullAssay™) * Pure-Genistein™ - 1 กรัม (Plastic Vial อายุ 90วันหลังเปิด) * Natto Gum * Madecassoside-80 (Centella Asiatica Extract)
Regarding the alcohol gel formula using Pro Prolymer: 1. Ethyl Alcohol 70% 2. Glycerin 5% 3. Pro Polymer 0.5% 4. น้ำกลั่น or deionized water 24.5% Can this formula kill the corona virus?
I would like to inquire about Flora Fix and Sugar Fix compared to Dipropylene glycol for making body spray, using the same fragrance and alcohol percentage. 1. Comparing Flora Fix and Sugar Fix at 5% in the formula, which one provides better fragrance longevity if the fragrance is the same? 2. What percentage of Flora Fix and Sugar Fix should be used in the formula to avoid feeling sticky or leaving stains on clothes? 3. Can Flora Fix and Sugar Fix be used together? Will this result in better fragrance fixation? 4. Can Flora Fix and Sugar Fix be mixed with Alcohol and left, then mixed with fragrance oil when needed? Are there any disadvantages? 5. If Dipropylene glycol is included in the formula, will there be any disadvantages, or is it unnecessary?
Can finished `Fragrance Oil` be mixed directly with `reed diffuser base`? Is there anything that needs to be mixed first?
I would like to inquire about **Product Name** (Kokum Butter (Refined)). 1. Where does it come from (country of origin)? 2. Are there any references or documentation available? My customer needs this information.
What are the main components needed to make **Perfume** for personal use?
As a 4th-year student working on a cosmetic cream project, I have a sample ready. I want to ask about **bacterial testing**. How should I test for bacteria, and what methods are available?
I need a disinfectant spray formulation that is alcohol-free and can also be used on the face. Which disinfectant ingredient should I use that is non-irritating and does not sting the eyes? Also, what is the recommended usage percentage for this ingredient in the formula?
I would like to formulate an alcohol hand sanitizer gel using the following ingredients. Could you please advise on the required quantity for each ingredient and the correct mixing procedure? Ingredients: * Ethyl Alcohol (95%) * Pro Polymer * Water * Tea Tree Essential Oil 100% * MOIST24 (Glycereth-26) * Aloe Vera Extract (อัตราสกัด 10:1 FullAssay™) Specific questions: * Does the gel maker (Pro Polymer) need to be left overnight after mixing with water? * What is the correct mixing order for these ingredients? I have never made this before and would like to make it for personal use.
