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Water-Soluble Colors in Cream: Staining on Skin

Regarding the company's water-soluble colors: If I want to use them to make a cream very dark, will the color stain the skin when applied? Will the color transfer?

Cosmetics Coloring Cream Ingredient Function Staining
Posted by siemon48
2019-03-12
Suggestions for Adjusting Liquid Body Wash Formula

I have a liquid body wash formula with the following ingredients and percentages: * Water 64.75% * Creamy Foamer 13% * Coco Glucoside 5% * Glycerin 3% * Tween20 3% * Fragrance...

Cosmetics Formula Review Liquid Soap Preservation Texture Viscosity
Posted by chitwaree.ch
2019-03-12
Safflower Seed Oil Rancidity in Cosmetics and Finished Product Shelf Life

I would like to ask about the rancid smell from Safflower Seed Oil. The description mentions it might have a rancid smell. If I mix it into a cosmetic formulation, will it make...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Oil Oxidation Shelf Life Stability
Posted by chanpen.iphone
2019-03-11
Inquiry on Custom Serum Formulation Process and Ingredient Addition

Regarding custom cosmetic production, specifically for a light water-based serum aimed at acne prevention, inflammation reduction, and skin strengthening, with the following...

Cosmetics Custom Formulation Ingredient Selection Preservation Serum pH Adjustment
Posted by keawmanr
2019-03-11
Room Spray Formula for Odor Elimination

Could you please provide a formula for making a Room Spray that can eliminate musty odors in rooms and cars?

Cosmetics Air Freshener DIY Formulation Fragrance Fragrance Formulation Odor Reduction
Posted by akara.jate
2019-03-11
Butter Cream Maker and Silicone Emulsification

Can Butter Cream Maker emulsify silicone? If yes, what is the maximum percentage it can support?

Cosmetics Compatibility Emulsifier Silicone-based Formulation Usage Percentage
Posted by bellstevenerer
2019-03-11
Identifying "Vitamin C 100%" Product

Could you please clarify which of your available Vitamin C products corresponds to "Vitamin C 100%" as claimed in the attached file?

Cosmetics Ingredient Identification Particle Size Powder Purity Raw Material
Posted by nuttadetse
2019-03-10
Troubleshooting Formulation Stability and Incompatibility Issues

I have a stable base formula (Formula 1) and encountered problems when adding other ingredients in subsequent formulas (Formulas 2, 3, 4). I suspect incompatibility between...

Cosmetics Compatibility Ingredient Interaction Phase Separation Stability Texture
Posted by taeioyou
2019-03-10
Comparison of Oil Gels: Properties, Application, and Formulation

I have questions about three types of oil gels: * Oil Gel (Mineral Oil Base) * Oil Gel (Polydecene Base) * Fractionated Coconut Oil Gel 1. Which of these three provides more...

Cosmetics Hydration Oil Gel Pediatric Usage Phase Separation Texture
Posted by shopping.noom
2019-03-09
Ingredient Compatibility and Solubility Questions

I have two questions regarding cosmetic formulation: 1. Can Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate be used together with Niacinamide? 2. Can Trans-Resveratrol Powder 98% be dissolved in...

Cosmetics Compatibility Cosmetic Formulation Ingredient Interaction Solubility Solvents
Posted by yayaandkero
2019-03-09
Analysis of Cosmetic Ingredient List (Serum/Essence/Toner)

Could you please analyze the following ingredient list and explain what kind of product it is likely to be and what the main functions of the ingredients are? The ingredient...

Cosmetics Hydration Ingredient Function Serum Skin Barrier Repair Toner
Posted by nuttadetse
2019-03-09
Using Sensitive Cream Maker™ in a Cream Formula

Regarding the use of Sensitive Cream Maker™: 1. Does Sensitive Cream Maker™ need to be mixed specifically in the water phase or the oil phase? 2. For the following formula: *...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsifier Emulsion Formulation Feasibility Mixing Procedure
Posted by kphphph
2019-03-09
Body Lotion Formulation Review: Whitening and Moisturizing

Please review the following body lotion formula intended for whitening and moisturizing. I would like to know if the ingredients are compatible and if any adjustments are...

Cosmetics Formula Review Hydration Lotion Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by sararat_pu
2019-03-08
Coloring Water-in-Oil Physical Sunscreen with Beige Iron Oxides EasyMix

I need advice on coloring a physical sunscreen with a Water in Oil emulsion base. The formula contains 13% mineral oil. I want to achieve a skin tone color similar to sponge...

Cosmetics Coloring Dispersion Sunscreen Formulation Usage Percentage Water-in-Oil
Posted by jidapa_chat
2019-03-08
Extending Shelf Life of Infused Oils for Face Oil

I want to make infused oil to use the extracted oil in a face oil formulation. However, based on my research, natural oils like almond oil, coconut oil, and olive oil don't...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Oil Sensitive Skin Shelf Life Stability
Posted by wariyanan_h
2019-03-08
Formula Separation in Water-in-Oil Sunscreen Emulsion

I have a formula with the following ingredients and percentages: * Water: 53.9% * Sodium PCA: 1% * LipidSoft CC: 9% * Titanium Dioxide Easy Dis: 1% * Zinc Oxide nano: 5% * SPF...

Cosmetics Emulsion Phase Separation Stability Sunscreen Formulation Water-in-Oil
Posted by jn_andy
2019-03-08
Formulating Silicone and Electrolyte Rich Creams (O/W, S/W, W/Si) and Nail Care Ingredient Inquiry

I am trying to formulate an O/S/W and S/W cream containing approximately 10% silicone (like Cyclomethicone). The formula also includes electrolytes from: * Sodium PCA 50% - 5%...

Cosmetics Cream Electrolyte Tolerance Nail Care Pilling Stability
Posted by bellstevenerer
2019-03-08
Ingredient Alternatives for Dark Spot & Melasma Cream Formula

I need to find alternative ingredients for my formula because some are currently unavailable. Customer service informed me that WhiteCumin™ 2x (Turmeric Extract), Tranexamic...

Cosmetics Cream Hyperpigmentation Ingredient Alternatives Melasma Treatment Skin Brightening
Posted by areeya_dd
2019-03-08
Analysis of a Cosmetic Ingredient List

Could you please provide an analysis of the following cosmetic ingredient list? * Aqua * Glycerol * Butylene Glycol * Dipropylene glycol * Alcohol * PEG-32 * Biosaccharide...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Hydration Ingredient Analysis Ingredient Function Stability
Posted by mafia_enfant2527
2019-03-07
Substitute Ingredients for a Light, Clear, Moisturizing Gel (Neutrogena Water Lock Type)

I have a formula from Neutrogena Water Lock and would like to create a light, clear gel texture similar to it. The original formula includes the following ingredients: Water,...

Cosmetics Clarity Custom Formulation Gel Hydration Texture
Posted by nuttadetse
2019-03-07