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I am currently using `WaterLock (Polyquaternium-51)` in my shampoo formulation to make hair soft and weighted. However, it is quite expensive. Could you suggest an alternative ingredient that provides similar results at a lower cost? I am also concerned about potential **build-up** on hair or scalp from long-term use of these types of ingredients.
Does formulating a serum containing Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Ferulic Acid, similar to the "Vitamin C E Ferulic" product, infringe on SkinCeuticals' US7179841B2 patent? If so, how can patent infringement be avoided?
I am using `Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate` (Creamy Foamer) and would like to know: 1. Can `Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate` be mixed with water in a formulation? 2. If the formulation contains other surfactants, can `Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate` be mixed with those surfactants first? 3. Can `Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate` withstand heat? My goal is to achieve abundant, soft, and stable foam, particularly in bar soap.
What is the solubility of Pure-Phloretin™ and will it make a liquid serum formula clear or cloudy?
I am making a shampoo using fresh herbal extracts such as kaffir lime, butterfly pea, and ginger. I am using `Mild Preserved Eco` at 1-2% as a preservative. Is this amount sufficient to preserve the shampoo, considering the variable microbial load from the fresh extracts in each production batch? If not, what alternative preservatives or methods should I consider to ensure effective and consistent preservation?
I would like to request a review of my whitening and moisturizing lotion formula. The formula is as follows: * Fractionated Coconut Oil: 30% * Beeswax: 5% * Ethyl Ascorbic Acid: 5% * Vitamin E: 2% * Glycerin: 8% * Emulsifier: Polysorbate 20 * Water/Base: q.s. to 100% Please provide feedback on this formula, including its stability, texture, and effectiveness for whitening and moisturizing.
I would like to make a cream or balm with the highest possible amount of zinc and also include EGCG. Could you please advise on which ingredients should be used, specifically for manual mixing without a blender?
I am formulating a skin essence using Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate as the base (>70%). I initially considered using Papain for exfoliation but was informed it is unstable in water. I would like advice on: 1. A suitable alternative exfoliant for this water-based essence formula. 2. Confirmation on the recommended alternative, Complex Salicylic Acid (Powder, Water-Soluble), at 1-2%. 3. General mixing order for water-soluble ingredients. 4. Confirmation that calculations for a 50g product should be by weight (grams). 5. Whether an additional preservative is needed if using Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate at >70%. 6. Potential texture issues (e.g., stickiness) when using ingredients like DMAE.
I am developing a Leave-on Conditioner formula to address thin, frizzy hair and significant hair shedding. My goal is to create a product that adds weight to the hair, reduces shedding, and promotes thicker, darker hair growth. My current formula attempt is as follows: * Pure Keratin: 2% * Melatonin Forte™: 1% * Creatine 100: 1% * Slim-Coffee™ (Caffeine): 2% * Condi-B5™: 3% * Sandal Pentanol (Sandalore): 3% * Sea Kelp Extract: 2% * Hydrolyzed Milk (Casein) Protein: 2.5% * Zinc PCA: 0.1% * Poly-Conditioner Eco: 2% * SiliWater: 2% * Ethyl Alcohol: 20% * Phenoxyethanol SA: 1% * Fragrance: 1% * Distilled Water: Remaining I am concerned that this formula might feel too heavy or sticky, especially if used as a spray. The staff mentioned that the formula contains both water-soluble and oil-soluble ingredients and requires an emulsifier, recommending Light Lotion Maker 3% and suggesting Mild Preserved Eco 1% as a gentler preservative instead of Phenoxyethanol SA. Could you please provide the adjusted formula based on these recommendations and advise on the expected texture and suitability for a spray application? How can I test or adjust the texture if needed?
I have created a cosmetic formula with the following ingredients and percentages, using Hydrogenated Polydecene instead of SNP-Creamflow and SepGEL 305 instead of SNP-Emulbase: * Water (qs) * 1,3 Butylene Glycol 2.00% * Squalane 3.50% * Hydrogenated Polydecene 5% * SepGEL 305 1-2% * Hyaluronic Acid 1.00% * Vitamin B3 3.00% * Alpha Bisabolol 0.5% * Phenoxyethanol 0.80% Will this formula be stable in the long term?
I am looking for alternative ingredients to Hyaluronic Acid for use in moisturizing formulations, as I am unable to use Hyaluronic Acid. What are some suitable alternatives?
I am formulating a perfume that includes pheromones. I have questions about incorporating "Last Fix" into the formula: * Can "Last Fix" be mixed into an alcohol-based perfume formula? * Can "Last Fix" replace "White Musk" or "Propylene Glycol" in the formula? * What are the roles of "Last Fix", "White Musk", and "Propylene Glycol" in a perfume formulation? * Could you provide a basic guideline for formulating perfume with these components, including pheromones?
Is Stabilized Vitamin C Serum meant to be used directly at 100%, or can other ingredients like fragrance be added?
Can PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides be added to a Sulfate Free Shampoo Base (pH 7)? If so, would adding it help improve the cleansing performance of the shampoo?
Can Prebio-care (Skin Prebiotic) powder be mixed into a powder product, and will it be absorbed by the skin?
Regarding the use of Warp Cream Maker, can it be mixed by hand stirring, or is a blender required?
I am interested in using Maltodextrin in cosmetic formulations, specifically as a coating agent and for spray drying applications. 1. Do you have Maltodextrin types with a DE value around 40-43? 2. Are the available Maltodextrin types (DE2, DE10-12, DE19) suitable for use as a cosmetic coating agent? 3. Are the available Maltodextrin types suitable for spray drying?
I want to make a gel solid perfume using the following formula. Is this formula correct? * Oil Stick™ Hard 1% * Oil Stick™ Medium 2% * Fragrance 20-30% (depending on desired strength) * Fractionated Coconut Oil rest (to make 100%) Also, how should I calculate the percentages (1%, 2%, and 20-30% for fragrance) in grams? For example, if 1% is 5 grams, then 2% would be 10 grams. Should the 20-30% for fragrance be calculated in cc?
How to create a concentrated exfoliating formula for reducing dark spots, and what active ingredients can be used?
How can I thicken a natural/organic serum to achieve a clear or opaque texture, and what non-irritating whitening ingredients can I add? Please provide ingredient suggestions and recommended usage percentages.
