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I am trying to formulate a liquid, water-based acne spot treatment with the following ingredients: * Salicylic Acid (BHA) 2% * Sugarcane Extract (Policosanol) 3% * Tea Tree Oil (Extra Grade) 0.5% What other ingredients are recommended to help these active ingredients dissolve in the water phase, given that I want a liquid texture? Also, are there any additional ingredients you recommend for use on inflamed acne, considering my skin type is combination to oily?
I would like to make a purple shampoo. Purple shampoo, or Purple Shampoo, is specifically designed to neutralize yellow-orange tones in hair using the principle of complementary colors. The shampoo itself has a deep purple color. Washing and leaving it on the hair helps neutralize orange tones, turn yellow hair grey, and also helps lock in the grey color to last longer on the hair without turning back to yellow-orange. I would like to know what type of colorant should be used to make this kind of shampoo? The shampoo color is as shown in the attached picture.
I have the following gel formulation and would like to know if it can be used for intimate areas: * Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) 0.7% * Propylene Glycol (for gel slip) 2% * Allantoin (for soothing/anti-irritation) 0.4% * Disodium EDTA (chelating agent) 0.2% * Panthenol (Vitamin B5) ExtraLite™ 1% * Ganoderma lucidum extract 3% * Ginseng Extract 3% * Vitamin C 1% * Triethanolamine (adjust pH to 4, but not exceeding) <2.5% * Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) 0.1% * Glycerin 99.5% 3% * Phenoxyethanol SA 1% * Fragrance * Color * Di-Water up to 100% I have Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) and don't know how to dissolve it. I want a clear, non-cloudy gel.
In my gel formula, I have oil-soluble Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate). When I use PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil to solubilize it, the gel becomes cloudy. How can I make the gel clear?
Is nano silver Solution (500ppm) an electrolyte?
Please analyze the following serum/gel formulation: Ingredients: 1. Yeast Resurface 3.00% 2. Alpha Arbutin (Switzerland) 2.00% 3. Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide) 5.00% 4. GlucoBright™ (Acetyl glucosamine) 4.00% 5. Double Hyaluron Liquid 10.00% 6. Mild Preserved Eco™ (Preservative-Free) 1.00% 7. Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3.00% 8. Xanthan Gum (ชนิดเจลใส, เนื้อเนียนไม่ยืด) 1.00% 9. Tranexamic Acid 3.00% 10. 4MSK (Potassium Methoxysalicylate) 2.00% 11. น้ำกลั่น ปราศจากเชื้อ 66.00% Could you please provide an analysis of this formula?
Can **Olive Oil Water** (Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters) at 5% dissolve **Activated Resorcinol** (4-Butyl Resorcinol) at 1% in a formula? Or is **Olive Oil Water** not considered an oil?
What types of substances can be used to increase the viscosity or thickness of a formulation?
Could you please analyze the following formula? I experienced a burning sensation, developed acne, and felt itchy after using it. I would like to know the cause of these symptoms. **Formula:** * Allantoin 0.1% * Safe B3 4% * Gluco Bright 4% * Pep-Coll 3% * Brightennyl 3% * Repair Activator 5% * Double Hyaluronate 1% * Moist 72 1% * Willow Bark 2% * Acetyl Hexapeptide 5% * Novemer EC 2 4% * 1,2 Hexanediol 1% * Phenoxyethanol SA 1% * Fragrance 0.2%
I am making a clear gel formulation, and there is a lot of foam. I used the following ingredients: * `Xanthan Gum` * `Pro Polymer` And there is still a lot of foam. How can I fix this?
I want to purchase the following substances: * Perfect-C * Alpha Arbutin I am not planning to use them for manufacturing products for sale, but for personal use or DIY formulation. Can I purchase these ingredients? Are they dangerous to handle or use in DIY formulations?
I would like to know about choosing colorants for lipstick. What are the differences between Lake, Iron Oxide, and Mica colorants? Also, what does the 'India' designation mean in some products? Which type should I choose?
I need a water-based serum focused on skin repair, hydration, and brightening. I plan to use Galactomyces as the water base. My skin type is oily with large pores and slight acne. I primarily use products at night. I'd like to include the following active ingredients and texture enhancers at these percentages: **Active Ingredients:** 1. Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (aka. Pitera) 62% 2. Repair Activator™ 15% 3. Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide) 4% 4. GlucoBright™ (Acetyl glucosamine) 4% 5. Activated Resorcinol™ 1% **Texture Enhancers/Penetration Enhancers:** 1. Laurocapram (Water Soluble) 2% 2. Silicone Gel (Ultra Clear) 5% 3. Satin Cream Maker™ 1% 4. Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) 3% 5. Phospholipid 3% Could you advise on this formulation?
Regarding custom essential oil blending, what is the minimum order quantity required if I want MySkinRecipes to produce an Essential Oil product with a scent blend that I have created myself?
Can **perfume concentrate** be mixed with water? I want to mix various water-soluble vitamins into the **perfume concentrate**. If it can be mixed with water, what is the maximum percentage of water that should be added?
Hello, Could you please provide the mixing instructions and recommended usage percentage for `Centella Asiatica Extract (Madecassoside 7%) liquid`? The product page is not available on the website as the liquid form is not sold. Specifically, I would like to know if it can be dissolved directly in water. Thank you.
# Questions about Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Pitera) I have some questions about using **Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Pitera)**: 1. Can I use it directly on my face at **100%** concentration? 2. If mixing into cosmetic formulations, what is the recommended percentage to use? 3. What percentage does SK-II use in their products?
I have a mineral cleansing water formulation that is cloudy after mixing the following three ingredients: * PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate 5% * Butylene Glycol 20% * Phenoxyethanol 1% * Mineral Water 74% The intended product is a mineral cleansing water, but it is not clear like commercial products. Why is it cloudy, and what ingredients should I add to make it clear?
I would like to formulate a mineral cleansing water with the following ingredients and percentages: * PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate: 5% * Butylene Glycol: 20% * Preservative (Phenoxyethanol): 0.1% or 1% * Mineral Water: 90.9% or 74% * Other special properties: * Centella Asiatica Extract: 2% * Aloe Vera Extract: 2% Please advise on the mixing procedure and compatibility.
I have formulated a whitening cream using the following ingredients and percentages. I would like to know: 1. Can these ingredients be mixed together? 2. What will the texture of the cream be like? Here is the formulation: 1. Ascorbyl Glucoside (AA2G stabilized vitamin c): 5% 2. Alpha Arbutin (Switzerland): 2% 3. Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid Ultra-Fine): 5% 4. GlucoBright™ (Acetyl glucosamine): 4% 5. Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide): 5% 6. Light Cream Maker™: 1.5% 7. Activated Resorcinol™: 1% 8. Wax Cream Maker™: 5% 9. SPF Protect Ultra™ II: 5% 10. น้ำกลั่น ปราศจากเชื้อ: 61.5% 11. Lift-Now™: 5% Thank you.
