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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 have a shelf life of 180 days?
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, and provide the mixing procedure? I am experiencing significant hair loss and want to achieve a serum consistency. Formula: 1. Sandal Pentanol (Sandalore) 5% 2. Biotin Express 1% 3. Phenoxyethanol 1% 4. Ethyl Alcohol 20% 5. N-Acetyl Cysteine 1% 6. Milk Lotion Maker 3% 7. Satin Cream Maker 1% 8. Minoxidil power 2% 9. Fragrance 1% 10. Distilled Water up to 100% Also, does Minoxidil powder dissolve directly in water?
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 desired formula: * Distilled Water 62.17% * Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu) 2% * Pure-Biotin™ 0.2% * Protec™ UV (Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol) 0.03% * Phospholipid 3% * Ectoine (Ectoin) 2% * Coffee Extract 3% * Sandal Pentanol (Sandalore) 4 % * Pure-Melatonin™ 1% * Ethoxydiglycol 4% * Encapsulated Caffeine 3% * Calcium Pantothenate 2% * Glyceryl glucoside 2% * Plankton GP4G™ 2% * Prebio-care (Skin Prebiotic) 3% * Pure-EGCG™ (Green Tea Extract, 98% EGCG) 0.3% * Pure-Apigenin™ 0.5% * Oleanolic acid 0.5% * L-Arginine 0.5% * Glycine 0.5% * Allantoin 0.3% * Natural Betaine (Trimethylglycine) 3% * Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free) 1% Thank you very much.
What is the maximum percentage of Zinc Oxide that can be used in lip products?
Based on information stating that N-Acetyl Cysteine (สังเคราะห์ Glutathione) "helps strengthen hair roots, reduces hair loss, and simultaneously helps reduce facial hair," I have a question. From my personal experience, using skin creams with ingredients that strengthen hair has caused my facial hair to become darker and grow more. How does N-Acetyl Cysteine (สังเคราะห์ Glutathione) work to reduce facial hair? I have read the brochure but couldn't understand the English, and online searches mostly show it as a supplement for skin whitening.
What is the difference between TaraGel (Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum) and Pro Polymer (Acrylate Crosspolymer), specifically the Gel Maker type?
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 substitutions or formula adjustments? The ingredient list is as follows: * AQUA/WATER/EAU * CETEARYL ISONONANOATE * Glycerin * Isononyl Isononanoate * Caprylic/capric triglyceride * pentylene glycol * PPG-3 Myristyl Ether * ETHYLENE/PROPYLENE/STYRENE COPOLYMER * DIPSACUS SYLVESTRIS EXTRACT * Butylene Glycol * PARFUM/Fragrance * Phenoxyethanol * Propanediol * Silybum Marianum SEED OIL * Carbomer * Tocopheryl Acetate * ESCIN * CHENOPODIUM QUINOA SEED EXTRACT * Ethylhexylglycerin * Squalane * Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract * THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) EXTRACT * BUTYLENE/ETHYLENE/STYRENE COPOLYMER * LEONTOPODIUM ALPINUM EXTRACT * Xanthan Gum * PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES * CARAMEL * Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract * Salicyloyl phytosphingosine * MUSA SAPIENTUM (BANANA) FRUIT EXTRACT * SALICORNIA HERBACEA EXTRACT * ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS (KIWI) FRUIT EXTRACT * KALANCHOE PINNATA LEAF EXTRACT * sodium benzoate * Citric Acid * MYROTHAMNUS FLABELLIFOLIA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT * Disodium EDTA * Tocopherol * LYCIUM BARBARUM FRUIT EXTRACT * MALTODEXTRIN * ORTHOSIPHON STAMINEUS EXTRACT * HEDYCHIUM CORONARIUM ROOT EXTRACT * MANGIFERA INDICA (MANGO) LEAF EXTRACT * POTASSIUM SORBATE * Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate * JANIA RUBENS EXTRACT * ascorbic acid * SODIUM CITRATE * ENGELARDILLA CHRYSOLEPIS LEAF EXTRACT * CI 14700/RED 4 * CALLICARPA JAPONICA FRUIT EXTRACT [V2925A]
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?
When will Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) be available for sale again?
What ingredients can be used to help mix oil into a shampoo formulation?
I would like to make a facial cleansing gel using the following ingredients and percentages: * AminoWash: 20% * Glycerin: 15% * Rice Vitamin: 2% * Poly-Conditioner Easy: 1% * Mild Preserved Eco: 0.5% * Disodium EDTA: 0.1% * Purified Water: Remaining percentage Can these ingredients be mixed together?
If I want to use Vitamin C type Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) mixed into natural oils like Argan Oil and Rosehip oil: * Can it be mixed directly? * Are they compatible? * If stored for a long period, is a preservative needed?
I want to make a liquid soap (cleanser) that transforms into a milky texture upon contact with water. What ingredients are needed to achieve this "oil-to-milk" effect?
I am trying to create a formulation with the following ingredients and percentages: * Pure-Biotin™ 1% * Pure-Melatonin™ 1% * Coffee Extract 3% * Benzophenone-4 1% * Ethyl Alcohol 20% * Phenoxyethanol SA 0.5% * Purified Water (q.s. to 100%) My proposed mixing method is: 1. Divide purified water into two parts. 2. Dissolve Coffee Extract in Water Part 1. 3. Dissolve Benzophenone-4 in Water Part 2. 4. Mix the two water parts together. 5. Add Ethyl Alcohol. 6. Add Phenoxyethanol SA. 7. Add the mixture from step 2 (Water Part 1 with Coffee Extract). 8. Add the mixture from step 3 (Water Part 2 with Benzophenone-4). 9. Stir until combined. Is this mixing method correct? What is the proper way to combine these ingredients to ensure stability and efficacy?
Could you please explain the function of each ingredient in the following list, and what type of cosmetic product this formulation might be based on these ingredients? * Aqua * Cyclomethicone * titanium dioxide * Propylene Glycol * buthylene glycol * Cetyl Dimethicone * Dimethicone * Glycerin * stearyl Dimethicone * cetyl peg/ppg-10 Dimethicone * ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE * Octocrylene * Dimethicone crosspolymer * Phenoxyethanol * Silica * sodium chloride * Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil * Magnesium Stearate * alantoin
Could you provide a formula using AHA to exfoliate cracked heels, similar to the "Spa Teen Khun Nai" treatment which removes dead skin cells?
Could you provide a formulation for a custom-manufactured grey hair covering shampoo that is also nourishing and contains natural herbal ingredients?
Could you please explain and provide guidance on cream bases? My purpose is to mix a cream base with a skin whitening cream formula to increase the overall volume of the skin nourishing cream. Could you also please provide detailed steps on how to mix them?
I am 40 years old and have oily but dehydrated skin, large pores due to aging, and occasional hormonal acne. I am looking for an essence or serum product with a light texture, watery or slightly thicker than water, not a gel. I want it to absorb well into the skin and not feel sticky for a long time, as I will be applying cream afterward. I want to use it as the second step in my routine. Using multiple gel products tends to cause pilling when I apply sunscreen. I would like to order a custom formulation based on the following recipe: 1. Distilled Water: 65.1% 2. Safe-B3™: 5% 3. GlucoBright™: 4% 4. Ectoine: 2% 5. Rhamnose: 3% 6. Phospholipid: 1% 7. 1,2-Hexanediol: 3% 8. Prebio-care (Skin Prebiotic): 3% 9. Mild Preserved Eco™: 1% 10. Glyceryl glucoside: 2% 11. Snail Secretion: 3% 12. Plankton GP4G™: 2% 13. L-Carnosine: 1% 14. L-Arginine: 0.3% 15. L-Proline: 0.3% 16. L-Glutamic Acid: 0.3% 17. L-Lysine: 0.3% 18. Glycine: 0.3% 19. L-Serine: 0.3% 20. L-Alanine: 0.3% 21. L-Threonine: 0.3% 22. L-Valine: 0.3% 23. L-Phenylalanine: 0.3% 24. L-Aspartic Acid: 0.3% 25. L-Isoleucine: 0.3% 26. L-Methionine: 0.3% Thank you very much.
I am creating a formulation with the following ingredients and percentages: * Water (62.85%) * Hyaluronic Acid 2% * Safe B3 4% * B6 2% * Zinc PCA 1% * GlucoBright 4% * Alpha Arbutin 1% * Natural Moisturizing Amino Acids 1% * Repair Activator 1% * Sodium PCA 3% * กันเสีย 2% (Mild Preserved Eco™) * Sugarclain 2% * LipidSoft Lite 7% * Rosemary 0.05% * Protec™ UV 0.1% * Lemon Scent 1% * propolymer 2% * Salicylic Acid 3% (Adjust water percentage to reach 100%) Can these ingredients be mixed together? If they can be mixed, will the formulation clog pores? I want to create a product to reduce dark spots and clogged pores. Will it feel very sticky? Please provide some advice.
