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Acne Treatment Serum Formula for Sensitive, Oily Skin

I have combination skin that is slightly oily and sensitive. I experience small bumps (ผดผื่น), closed comedones (สิวอุดตันชนิดหัวปิด), and minor inflammatory acne...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Formulation Examples Oily Skin Sensitive Skin Serum
Posted by marut_suk
2018-02-27
Review and Recommendations for Staff's Revised Facial Cleansing Liquid Formula

I am developing a mild facial cleansing liquid with good foam and a slightly slippery feel. The staff has provided a revised formula based on my original one. Could you please...

Cosmetics Facial Cleanser Foaming Formula Review Gentle Formulation pH Adjustment
Posted by sawadee_bk
2018-02-27
Formulating a Multi-Target Serum: Compatibility and Feasibility of Ingredients for Brightening, Wrinkles, Acne, and Melasma

I want to make a serum for skin brightening, wrinkle reduction, acne, and melasma. Can the following ingredients cover all these concerns and are they compatible? * Sea...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Formulation Feasibility Serum Skin Brightening Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by tidarat
2018-02-26
DIY Salicylic Wash Ingredient Substitutions

Based on the ingredient list of a Salicylic Wash product, what are the equivalent ingredients available from myskinrecipes.com for a DIY formulation? Original Ingredients: *...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment DIY Formulation Facial Cleanser Ingredient Alternatives Oil Control
Posted by elleonveeya
2018-02-26
Liquid Facial Wash Formula: Thickening, Cloudiness, and Suitability for Foam Pump

I am trying to formulate a liquid facial wash to be used with a foam pump, but the formula turned out thick and cloudy. My formula includes: * AminoWash 15% * Cocamidopropyl...

Cosmetics Chelating Agent Facial Cleanser Foam Pump Formulation Turbidity Viscosity
Posted by rattjiporn.pat
2018-02-26
Addressing Strong Scent of Thyme Care™ Preservative in Lotion

How can the strong scent of Thyme Care™ preservative be addressed in a lotion formulation? What are some alternative preservatives with less odor that can be used?

Cosmetics Fragrance Ingredient Alternatives Lotion Odor Preservation
Posted by supreya_jarusphibool
2018-02-25
Cream Formulation Issues: Texture Thinning and Separation

I am formulating a cream and have encountered some issues with texture and stability. I have a few questions: 1. Why do the ingredients `1,2-Hexanediol` and `Soy Extract` cause...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsifier Stability Stabilizers Texture Modification
Posted by taeioyou
2018-02-25
DIY Whitening Body Cream Formulation Review

I want to make a whitening body cream with a gel-cream texture that is smooth, easy to spread, non-sticky, feels like a serum but is thick like a cream. I have proposed the...

Cosmetics Cream DIY Formulation Mixing Procedure Skin Brightening Texture
Posted by zu_melody
2018-02-25
Serum Formulation for Dehydrated and Oily Skin

I am developing a serum formulation for skin that is dehydrated but also oily in some areas. I have put together the following formula and would like to get feedback on its...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Hydration Oily Skin Serum Texture
Posted by suphap_1978
2018-02-24
Melasma Reduction Serum Gel Formulation: Mixing Reservoir Tech and Pro Polymer

Regarding a melasma reduction serum gel formulation using Pro Polymer as the gelling agent: What is the correct mixing procedure for incorporating Reservoir Tech into this...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Melasma Treatment Mixing Procedure Serum
Posted by fpookie
2018-02-24
Formulating Serum and Gel for Very Dry, Aging, Acne-Prone Skin with Marks

I have very dry skin with wrinkles, dark/red acne marks, occasional clogged pores, and inflamed acne. I am not currently using any acne treatment products. I asked for a serum...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Gel Serum Very Dry Skin Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by p.phirunchaya
2018-02-24
Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu) Concentration: 1000ppm to Percentage

What is the percentage concentration equivalent to 1000ppm for the product Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu)?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Amount Calculation Concentration
Posted by wichayutw
2018-02-24
Calculating AHA Concentration (5%) in 100g Product

I want to make a product with 5% concentration of AHA. If I need 100 grams of the final product, using 100% Glycolic Acid (AHA) powder, is it correct to use 5 grams of AHA...

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Concentration Exfoliation Ingredient Ratio Solution
Posted by wannida260639
2018-02-23
Hair Spray Formulation: pH, Preservation, and Conditioning

I am developing a water-based leave-in hair spray formulation with the goal of nourishing hair, adding shine, and preventing tangles. My current formula includes: * Hydrolyzed...

Cosmetics Conditioning Hair Treatment Preservation Spray pH Adjustment
Posted by sleekorder.ka
2018-02-23
Mixing Active Ingredients to Make a Serum

I have the following active ingredients: * Kojic Acid Dipalmitate * Retinal (Retinaldehyde) * Activated Resorcinol S™ (Stabilized Liquid) Can these ingredients be mixed...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Gel Base Serum Serum Formulation Solubilizer
Posted by beautyfarmthailand
2018-02-23
Cream Formulation Pilling Issue

My cream formulation is experiencing pilling (flaking) when applied. The formula uses **Light Cream Maker** at 1% and contains **PowderCream** at a high concentration of...

Cosmetics Cream Mixing Procedure Oil Control Pilling Texture
Posted by chetsoi.cs
2018-02-22
Gel Formulation with Specific Ingredients and Scent Improvement

Hello, I would like to ask two questions: 1. I want to create a gel texture using the following ingredients: * Water (remaining amount) * Sulfate Free Shampoo Base * glycerin *...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Gel Mixing Procedure Odor Scent Modification
Posted by venusniki
2018-02-22
Analysis of Clinicians Complex Acne Toner: Low Irritation and BHA Solubility

Regarding the product **Clinicians Complex Acne Toner** which lists ingredients as 10% AHA and 2% BHA: 1. Given that the measured pH is 3-4, why does the product cause less...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Encapsulation Solubility Toner pH Suitability
Posted by chayapop18909
2018-02-22
Non-Paraben and Natural Preservative Alternatives for Shampoo and Hair Treatment

I am looking for non-paraben or natural preservative alternatives to Glydant/Glydant Plus for my **shampoo** and **hair treatment** formulas. Could you recommend suitable...

Cosmetics Formula Alternatives Hair Treatment Natural Formulation Preservation Shampoo
Posted by leejingk
2018-02-22
Mixing Hyaluronic Acid in PVA Mask: Preventing Clumping

When formulating a PVA peel-off mask, adding Double Hyaluron Liquid (Hyaluronic Acid) to the hot, viscous PVA solution results in clumping and poor dispersion. What is the...

Cosmetics Clumping Hot Process Formulation Mixing Procedure Peel-off Mask Viscosity
Posted by akthida
2018-02-22