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Formulating Waterproof Water-Bursting BB Cream with Titanium Dioxide

I want to formulate a water-bursting BB cream that is not sticky and has a dry finish, blending into the skin without leaving any oiliness. I have the following questions: 1....

Cosmetics BB/CC Cream Dispersion Ingredient Function Texture Waterproof
Posted by breezeyommanut
Formulation questions: Facial massage oil, preservative, and Squalane

I have a few questions about formulating cosmetic products: 1. When making a facial massage oil by mixing several types of oils, is it necessary to use Oil Blender? 2. If using...

Cosmetics Antioxidant DIY Formulation Ingredient Selection Oil Preservation
Posted by jn_andy
Serum Formulation Feasibility, Adjustment, and Shelf Life

The user wants to produce a serum with the following ingredients and percentages. They are asking the expert to analyze if the formula is feasible, suggest adjustments if...

Cosmetics Formulation Feasibility Serum Shelf Life Stability Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by yayaandkero
Hair Color Shampoo Formulation Questions

I have some questions about formulating a hair color shampoo: 1. Can natural colors (like red from beetroot) be used instead of synthetic colors in the formula? For hair color...

Cosmetics Hair Colorant Hair Dye Formulation Shampoo Solubility Stability
Posted by ox.ky.ya
Reducing Air Bubbles in Liquid Serum Thickened with AnyGel™

I have a liquid serum formulation that develops a lot of air bubbles during mixing. I am using `Any Gel` (Dehydroxanthan Gum) at 0.4% as the thickener. The formula does not...

Cosmetics Air Bubbles Mixing Procedure Serum Texture Thickener
Posted by khunchinz
Serum Formulation for Anti-Aging, Lifting, and Moisturizing: Ingredient Questions and Formula Review

I want to create a serum or liquid formula that can be used both day and night, focusing on anti-aging, lifting, tightening, and moisturizing. Here are my questions: 1....

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cosmetic Formulation Ingredient Comparison Penetration Enhancer Serum
Posted by sheepfu1
Gel Formulation for Face and Body: Hydration & Brightening for Sensitive/Oily/Dry Skin

I have oily, dehydrated, thin, and sensitive facial skin, and dry/dehydrated body skin. I would like a lightweight, fast-absorbing gel for both face and body that is...

Cosmetics Gel Hydration Non-sticky Texture Sensitive Skin Skin Brightening
Posted by silawan.ongsuraphong
Ingredient Substitution and Using Rose Water Without Preservatives

For a formulation containing the following ingredients: * Deionized Water * Glycerin * Niacinamide * Acetyl glucosamine * Butylene Glycol * aloe barbadensis leaf juice *...

Cosmetics Floral Water Ingredient Alternatives Ingredient Function Preservation Serum
Posted by nidachot
Aftershave Formulation: Mixing, Ratios, and Alcohol Type

I have purchased the following ingredients from your store to make an aftershave: * Witch Hazel (Alcohol-Free) * Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) * Brilliant Blue color * Fragrance *...

Cosmetics Aftershave Alcohol Formulation Cooling Sensation Emulsifier Phase Separation
Posted by waris.dds
Shower Oil Formulation

Could you please provide a formulation for Shower Oil?

Cosmetics Emulsifier Formulation Examples Oil-based Formulation Shower Oil Texture
Posted by panithir
Foaming Properties Comparison: Coco-Foam™ vs SulFoam™

I would like to ask for a comparison between the following two ingredients regarding their foaming properties: * Coco-Foam™ (Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) * SulFoam™...

Cosmetics Foaming Ingredient Comparison Stability Surfactant Texture
Posted by kphphph
Formula Review and Production Considerations

Please review the following formula before production: * Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (aka. Pitera) 30% * Yeast Resurface 3% * Yeast Radiance™ 3% * Glycosaminoglycans Complex...

Cosmetics Formula Review Mixing Procedure Preservation Serum Stability
Posted by lekcmu
Cleansing Formula for Foam Pump: Foaming and Gentleness

Regarding the following cleansing formula: Ingredients: 1. Apple-Foam™ (Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acid) 30.00% 2. Prebio-care (Skin Prebiotic) 3.00% 3. Coco Wash™ (PEG-7...

Cosmetics Facial Cleanser Foaming Gentle Formulation Ingredient Function Surfactant
Posted by supimpa_pim
Texture of Essence Formulation with High Active Ingredients

Based on the following essence formulation, will the texture be too heavy? * `Activated Resorcinol™`: 1.00% * `Ume Extract` (Anti-Glycation): 2.00% * `Licorice Extract`...

Cosmetics Essence Serum Texture Viscosity
Posted by supimpa_pim
Anti-Aging Serum Formula for Combination Skin: Texture & Absorption

I have the following formula for a water-based serum: * Repair Activator 10% * Laurocapram 2% * Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3% * Pep-Coll 3% * Safe B3 5% * Acetyl Hexapeptide-8...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Combination Skin Non-sticky Texture Serum Texture
Posted by sikharee
Using GuarCat™ Standard as a Thickener in Shampoo

If I want to make a shampoo formulation using GuarCat™ Standard as a thickener, is it possible? Will the resulting texture be clear or opaque?

Cosmetics Clarity Shampoo Texture Thickener
Posted by goodday.th
Troubleshooting Clogged Pores from Homemade Skincare Formulations

I've been trying to mix my own skincare products, but I often find they aren't as effective as expected, even though I choose skin-friendly ingredients. What I usually...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Cosmetic Formulation DIY Formulation Microbial Contamination Preservation
Posted by jn_andy
Simple Toner/Mist/Essence Formulation with Ectoine, Rose Water, or Pitera

I would like to know if it is possible to mix only Ectoine with Rose Water or Pitera, without adding other ingredients, to create a Toner, Face Mist, or light Essence?

Cosmetics Essence Preservation Solubility Stability Water-based Formulation
Posted by thamon.dhi
Preventing Glitter/Mica Settling in Body/Facial Oil

I would like to know what substances or types of Mica color should be used to help glitter float and not settle at the bottom of the bottle in **body oil or facial oil**?

Cosmetics Glitter Oil Gellant Oil-based Formulation Suspension Viscosity
Posted by bhakornt
Mixing Oil Soap with Cooking Oils and the Need for Oil Blender

1. Can **Oil Soap (MIPA Laureth Sulfate Oil Soap)** be mixed with common cooking oils, such as **coconut oil** or **soybean oil**? 2. If **Oil Soap** mixes with any oil without...

Cosmetics Cleansing Oil Compatibility Emulsifier Surfactant Wash-off Application
Posted by jn_andy