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What are the differences between Oilsify 15 (POE(20) Glyceryl Triisostearate) and Oilsify 30 (Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate) when used in cleansing oil formulations? Specifically, how do they differ in terms of: * INCI Name * Recommended Usage Rate * Appearance and Odor * Shelf Life * Suitability for Microemulsion formulations?
I am mixing a serum according to the following formula: 1. Water: 65% 2. Aloe Vera Gel Base: 5% 3. Fractionated Coconut Oil: 20% 4. Silky Serum Base Plus: 15% 5. Magnesium Sulfate (Stabilizer): 1% The steps I followed are: 1. Mix Fractionated Coconut Oil and Silky Serum Base Plus until combined. 2. Gradually add Water to the mixture from step 1 and stir until a gel texture forms. 3. Add Magnesium Sulfate in the final step. I have the following questions: 1. Does the mixing process require heat? If so, what temperature? 2. Why does the Magnesium Sulfate crystallize when added in the final step? 3. Is a preservative needed in this formula? Thank you.
Regarding using Essential Oil for perfume: * Does it provide scent diffusion and longevity comparable to using chemical fragrances? * Could you provide recommended ingredients and ratios? * I am interested in the Champaca scent. I see two options in the essential oil category with different prices. What is the difference between these two products?
Regarding the formulation for Pitera Hydro Stem Gel (for age 51, lifting, wrinkle reduction) with the following ingredients: * Pitera 50% * Glycerin Gel 10% * DMAE 3% * Laurocapram (Water-Soluble) 2% * 1,2-Hexanediol 3% * Rosa Hybrid Cell Extract (HybridCell™) 2% * Ectoin 1% * Water 29% * Total 100% I have the following questions: 1. Can this formula be mixed together? If not, which ingredients should be removed or added as alternatives? (I want the texture to absorb quickly and not be sticky). 2. Does it require a preservative, and if so, how much should be added? 3. Should all ingredients be combined and stirred manually, or is a blender needed? What is the recommended order of mixing?
I am looking for hair extracts that originate from Japan and Switzerland. Could you please list any available options?
I am writing to inquire about my custom formula order. I sent my formula and asked about ingredient changes via the message box, but received no response or notification from the staff. Ingredients with similar properties but significantly higher cost were changed, and other ingredients I did not want were added. This affected my ability to adjust other ingredients to stay within budget. I waited for a response, but the next day I found out the formula had already been submitted to the FDA. You mentioned that communication regarding the formula after submission should be done via the message box, but this channel was not helpful as there was no discussion or formula summary before FDA submission. If you modify the formula without informing me beforehand, and I discover I am allergic to the ingredients you added, do I have to bear the cost of unusable cream? Please acknowledge and help resolve this issue.
In a formulation containing `Mineral Oil` and `IPM`, I am unsure which `Emulsifier` to use. Could you please provide recommendations?
I would like to inquire about the sunscreen made using `SPF Protect Ultra™ II`. 1. Is the texture of the resulting product a liquid cream? 2. Is the SPF value the same as stated on the website?
I would like to know if this formula is effective for wrinkle reduction: 1. Repair Activator™ (Bifida Ferment Lysate) 10.00% 2. Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline (DPHP) 1.00% 3. Pal-GHK, Pal-GQPR (Matrixyl 3000) 5.00% 4. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) 10.00% 5. Glycosaminoglycans Complex 3.00% 6. Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear) 5.00% 7. Dimethicone 1Secs 5.00% 8. Satin Cream Maker™ 1.00% 9. Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3.00% 10. Light Lotion Maker 2.50% 11. Phospholipid 2.00% 12. Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Pitera) 52.50%
I am trying to make a gel product with the following ingredients and percentages: * Rose Water 74% * Prebio-care 3% * Hydro-Urea 5% * Natural PHA 1% * Reservoir-Tech 2.5% * Glycerin 5.5% * Adenosine Liposome 3% * Vitamin B3 5% * Sponge Gel 1% * Red Powder (CI16255, CI14720) My mixing procedure was as follows: 1. Mix Rose Water with all powder ingredients (Prebio-care, Hydro-Urea, Natural PHA, Glycerin, Vitamin B3, Red Powder). 2. Stir until well combined. 3. Add liquid ingredients (Adenosine Liposome). 4. Stir until combined, then add a little color. 5. Add Reservoir-Tech and stir to disperse, but it seemed to float on top. 6. Add Sponge Gel (initially 1%), stirred for several minutes but it did not gel. 7. Added more Sponge Gel, 1% at a time, until reaching a total of 3% Sponge Gel. 8. The mixture then formed a gel and was poured into a bottle. However, in the morning, the product was no longer a gel and had separated as shown in the picture. Could you please advise on the mixing procedure to achieve a stable gel? Also, could you recommend pink powder colorants suitable for gel or cream products that provide a nice color?
I have been using a product with the following ingredients and would like to buy the ingredients to make it myself. However, I don't know what percentages to use. Could you please help analyze and suggest suitable amounts? The product has a gel texture unlike typical aloe vera gels; it is soft, smooth, and clear. It feels very smooth and easy to apply on the face, provides excellent moisture that lasts until morning, and is not quickly absorbed. It also treats acne well. * Ingredients: * Aqua * Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (I'm thinking of adding about 3%) * Glycerin * Hydroxyethyl Cellulose * Carbomer * Propylene Glycol * Rose Water * Triethanolamine * Hamamelis Virginiana extract
I would like to inquire about the pricing of Apple Stem Cell Extract (AppleCell™ Powder). Normally, when ordering a large quantity, there is a significant discount. However, when ordering 50 grams, the price does not seem to decrease. Could you please explain why the price does not decrease for a 50-gram order?
Please inquire: Between Last Fix, Suga Fix, and Flora Fix, which one is better at reducing alcohol smell and provides longer-lasting fragrance? Thank you.
I am interested in **Rose Hip Oil**, but it has quite a distinct scent. How can I mask the scent of **Rose Hip** when mixing it into a cream formulation?
I'm confused why Diglycerin is listed under the 'Exfoliant' category on the website. Can it act as an **Exfoliant** in addition to being a **Humectant**?
Could you please explain the scent difference between Rose Water (Rosa Damascena) and Rose Petal Water? I plan to make a mist spray for my mother.
I would like to inquire about fragrance fixatives that help make **perfume** long-lasting. Specifically, I would like to compare **Last Fix** (also known as Flora Fix) and **Sugar Fix**. Which one is easier to use and provides better fragrance longevity? Also, if I were to use **Last Fix** at 10%, is that an appropriate percentage?
I am 40 years old and want to reduce forehead wrinkles, smile lines, and large pores. I saw the recipe for Glycosaminoglycans Night Serum (#4363) but am unsure if it addresses these issues. Could you confirm if this recipe is suitable or suggest other formulations?
I have questions about the following ingredients: 1. Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane 2. Oleanolic acid 3. Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) 4. Sponge Gel 5. Light Lotion Maker My questions are: 1. Can the first three ingredients be dissolved until clear? 2. What is the heat tolerance (temperature and duration) for the first three ingredients? 3. Can the first three ingredients be used in oil-free gel formulas (formulas without oil components)? 4. Can Sponge Gel be used together with Light Lotion Maker? I have previously purchased the first two ingredients and dissolved them in Propanediol, but they did not become clear. I have not used heat. From my personal experience, I found they work well to soothe irritation from retin a 0.05%. I would like to try making an oil-free gel and need information regarding their solubility. Thank you.
I am a beginner and am looking for a guide or thread on mixing serums and creams. I cannot find the specific "newbie thread" or guide that was previously available. Could you please tell me where I can find information on how to mix serums and creams for beginners?