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I am developing a sunscreen formula with the following ingredients: * Avobenzone 3% * Octocrylene * Titanium Dioxide 15nm Liquid * SiliSolve Plus 1% * Pro Polymer 1.5% *...
My mixture becomes cloudy when I add water to the base containing PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides (MakeUp-Wash™) and other ingredients like Poloxamer 184, Glycerin,...
Regarding a non-foaming facial cleansing gel formulation, I have the following questions: 1. Does Lactic Acid in a facial cleansing gel get washed off and not remain on the...
I have a formulation containing Grape Seed Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, Isododecane, and Argan Oil. This formula is purely oil-based with no water. Do I need to add a preservative like...
I am formulating a 30-minute rinse-off hair mask/treatment. My formula includes Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (intended to clear clogged hair follicles for hair growth) and...
I made a natural lip balm using the following formula: Beeswax 25%, Shea butter 50%, Oil 24%, Vitamin E 1%. After using it, my lips became darker. What could be the cause of...
I have a formula containing Retinal in a Squalane (Olive) base. Is this formulation compatible? I would like to add Perfect-C™ at 5%. Is this possible, and if so, how should I...
Why does facial soap with a high pH (around 9) cause skin irritation (peeling, stinging, itching) in some individuals but not in others?
What are the required qualifications for personnel involved in cosmetic manufacturing, specifically for R&D staff and production staff? What factory standards, such as GMP, are...
Are the cosmetic mixing tools and containers (plastic measuring cylinders, silicone spatulas, plastic bottles, ceramic bowls) sold by the company suitable for use with cosmetic...
Based on the topic "Inquiry about making daily tanning oil", I want to create a "Daily Tanning Oil Instant Glow" product using the following ingredients: * Fractionated Coconut...
Is Willow Bark Extract currently in stock?
I have created a homemade formula and used fast hand mixing. Is this mixing method feasible for the formula? Is the formula suitable for dry skin, especially after a reaction...
I want to make a liquid soap that can be claimed as natural, suitable for very dry skin, eczema, and can help heal scratch marks. Can I use the following formula? * Oil Soap:...
I am formulating a Water-in-Oil formula with the following composition: * Oil/Silicone: 10% * Water: 72% * Pro Polymer (Thickener): 0.8% I want the formula to be...
I need a water-based, alcohol-free spray formulation for feet, shoes, and underarms. The spray should reduce sweat, kill bacteria, eliminate existing odor, and prevent new...
I am developing a sunscreen formulation for very oily skin. I would like the formula to meet the following requirements: * Good oil control throughout the day * Provide a...
I am making a lip balm with the following formulation: **Oil Phase:** * Shea butter: 35% * Avocado Oil: 34.5% * Natural White Beeswax: 15% * Water Balm: 5% * Oryzanol: 0.5%...
How should Activated Carbon be used in formulations, specifically regarding its solubility in water and the recommended usage percentage when adding it to bar soap?
If I want to add effective sweat-reducing ingredients to soap, do you have recommendations? If so, which ones?
