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Using SugarThick and EasyThick in Leave-On Products
SugarThick (PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate) and EasyThick (POLYOXYETHYLENE GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE): Can these ingredients be used in leave-on products? The website states they...
Improving Shampoo Viscosity and Hair Feel
I am making shampoo using distilled water and a soap base, but it is very viscous and leaves my hair feeling sticky. I would like to find safe ingredients that can help reduce...
Preservation issues in natural cleansing gel
I am experimenting with making a natural cleansing gel using `Xanthan` 1% as the thickener and `Mild Preserve Eco` 1% as the preservative. After about 1 month, I observed that...
Underarm Serum Formulation for Whitening, Smoothing, and Deodorizing
I am developing a serum for underarm application that aims to whiten, smooth the skin, reduce the appearance of chicken skin (keratosis pilaris), and provide deodorizing...
Serum Formulation for Fragrance, Moisture, Brightening, and SPF 50 PA+++ UV Protection
I am creating a serum with the goal of having a pleasant fragrance, moisturizing the skin, providing brightening effects, and offering UV protection with SPF 50 PA+++. Could...
Feedback on DIY Vitamin C Serum Formula
I'm planning to try this formula but haven't bought the ingredients yet. I'd like to ask for feedback first in case there are any necessary adjustments. Please advise if there...
Making Fragrance Beads and Solid Perfume
I would like to ask how to use Fragrance Beads mixed with Fragrance and package them for sale. What is the proportion? What ingredients are needed? Another question is, do you...
Custom Gel-Cream Formula for Oily, Dehydrated, Acne-Prone Skin
I am 40 years old with oily, dehydrated skin that experiences occasional acne due to hormones and dust. I am looking for a product with a gel-cream texture that is not too...
How to Solidify Glycerin?
I would like to ask if Glycerin can be solidified by mixing it with Sodium Hydroxide, or if there are other substances that can be mixed with Glycerin to make it solidify? If...
Cream Formulation: Mixing, Texture, and Daytime Use
I am planning to make a cream and have the following formulation. I would like to know if hand mixing is possible, what the resulting texture will be, and if it can be used as...
Shelf life of finished product when using ingredient with limited shelf life
I have purchased Refined Shea Butter which states a shelf life of 180 days. If I use this in my finished product formulation, does that mean the finished product will also only...
Hair Growth Serum Formulation Review and Mixing Procedure
I have formulated a hair growth serum with the following ingredients and percentages. Could you please review if this formula can be mixed, suggest any necessary adjustments,...
Hair Root and Scalp Treatment Tonic Serum Formula
I need a serum formula to nourish hair roots, reduce hair loss, and balance the scalp (not too dry, not too oily). I want a liquid texture that can be sprayed. Here is the...
Maximum Zinc Oxide Percentage in Lip Products
What is the maximum percentage of Zinc Oxide that can be used in lip products?
N-Acetyl Cysteine: Reducing Facial Hair vs. Strengthening Scalp Hair
Based on information stating that N-Acetyl Cysteine (สังเคราะห์ Glutathione) "helps strengthen hair roots, reduces hair loss, and simultaneously helps reduce facial hair," I...
Difference between TaraGel and Pro Polymer (Gel Maker)
What is the difference between TaraGel (Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum) and Pro Polymer (Acrylate Crosspolymer), specifically the Gel Maker type?
Clarins Double Serum Formula Analysis and Ingredient Alternatives
Based on the provided ingredient list for Clarins Double Serum, which has a two-phase separation (serum and oil) in the bottle, could you advise on potential ingredient...
Reducing Witch Hazel Scent in Toner
I made a Witch Hazel toner for personal use, but I feel the specific scent of Witch Hazel is too strong. Is there any way to make the scent lighter?
Inquiry about Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) Availability
When will Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) be available for sale again?
Ingredients to Help Mix Oil into Shampoo
What ingredients can be used to help mix oil into a shampoo formulation?