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I made a facial gel formulation using **Double Hyaluron Liquid** and **Glycerin Gel**. The mixture resulted in pink membranes/lumps (precipitation) and failed to form a gel. I...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Gel Formation Mixing Procedure Precipitation
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I need a formulation for a semi-matte liquid lipstick that is stable and does not harden, especially in cold temperatures. I have experienced issues with hardening in previous...

Cosmetics Liquid Lipstick Matt Finish Solidification Stability Water-in-Silicone
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I am trying to dissolve Protect OX (Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate) but encountered difficulty dissolving it in white oil, even with warm water (below...

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Mixing Procedure Oil Compatibility Solubility
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Could you please review my proposed Night Cream formula? I intend it to be an all-in-one product addressing various concerns. **Skin Information:** * Combination skin: dry and...

Cosmetics Anti-aging Cream Formula Review Hydration Skin Brightening
Posted by thitarporn.c
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How can I formulate a stick blush from powder blush? What ingredients are typically used to provide hardness and good color payoff? How does the formulation differ from...

Cosmetics Ingredient Ratio Powder Stick Texture Waxes
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I am looking for a lightweight, non-greasy, and non-clogging facial cream with physical sunscreen and nourishing ingredients for my dry skin. I need a formula that is...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Cream Non-sticky Texture Skin Dryness Sunscreen Formulation
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I am looking for a gentle shampoo formulation because I experience itching with commercial products. Could you recommend a simple formula to start with, focusing on minimizing...

Cosmetics Scalp Irritation Sensitive Skin Shampoo Formulation Sulfate-Free Formulation Viscosity
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I have some leftover ingredients from making a night cream and plan to make a day cream. My proposed formula is: * Safe-B3™ 5% * GlucoBright™ 4% * MatteSilica™ 5% - 10% *...

Cosmetics Cream Ingredient Alternatives Non-sticky Texture Oil Control Silicone-based Formulation
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I would like to create a clear serum. What ingredients or bases can be used to formulate a clear serum? * If I want to add color, can I use `ไมกา` (mica powders)? * Could you...

Cosmetics Clarity Coloring Formulation Examples Ingredient Selection Serum
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I have questions regarding thickeners in Micellar Cleansing Water and the stability of Glycolic Acid powder: 1. Does SugarThick™ reduce micelle formation in Micellar Cleansing...

Cosmetics Micellar Formulation Moisture Sensitivity Powder Stability Thickener
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I am preparing a formula using 100% natural ingredients. I would like to know: 1. If using `PaeoniaPreserve™` at 2% as a preservative in the formula, can I still claim the...

Cosmetics Eye Irritation Natural Claim Natural Formulation Odor Preservation
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I read that yellow stains from antiperspirants are often caused by aluminum salts. I also read that `Aluminum Chlorohydrate` causes the least amount of yellow staining compared...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Deodorant Staining Stick Sweat Reduction
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What are the considerations and limitations when adding Ectoin to stabilized vitamin c glycol, specifically regarding solubility and the stability of Vitamin C?

Cosmetics Anti-Pollution Compatibility Solubility Stability pH Compatibility
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I want to create a no-rinse hand sanitizer gel. Can I use any `Gel Forming Agent`? Which types of `Gel Forming Agent` are suitable for an alcohol-based formula?

Cosmetics Alcohol Formulation Gel Gel Formation Ingredient Selection Thickener
Posted by chocollate1313
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Which base can be used to create a hair mask gel formulation that is compatible with water-based ingredients?

Cosmetics Compatibility Custom Formulation Gel Hair Mask Water-based Formulation
Posted by wipawadee1992
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I would like to request a review and feedback on two cosmetic formulations I have developed: a leave-on hair spray and an eye cream. **Leave-on Hair Spray:** My formula...

Cosmetics Compatibility Eye Cream Formula Review Formulation Adjustment Spray
Posted by rungluk
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What ingredients are needed to make a reed diffuser fragrance?

Cosmetics Diffuser Base Fragrance Diffusion Fragrance Formulation Mixing Procedure Reed Diffuser
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I have some questions about using Sodium Lactate Plus and certain thickeners in a shower gel formulation: 1. Is Sodium Lactate Plus a mild alkali? 2. If I add Sodium Lactate...

Cosmetics Foaming Hydration Shower Gel Thickener pH Adjustment
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When creating a formulation containing Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) 5% and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) 10%, I added Citric Acid 1% and adjusted the pH to...

Cosmetics Precipitation Serum Solubility Stability pH Adjustment
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Why are organic pigments like `D&C Red No.34 Ca Lake` restricted from use around the eyes (e.g., in eyeshadow)? Also, can natural pigments like those from purple sweet potato...

Cosmetics Lipstick Pigment Pressed Eyeshadow Regulatory Compliance Solubility
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