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I am trying to create an anti-wrinkle and whitening cream for normal skin. I encountered an issue where the cream did not form properly when using DMAE with Luxury Cream Maker....

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Cream Electrolyte Tolerance Skin Brightening Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by numpunchka
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I have several questions regarding ingredient properties and formulation issues: 1. The website information for BabyFoam states it dissolves in oil, but I believe it only...

Cosmetics Compatibility Foaming Agent Oil-based Formulation Shampoo Base Solubility
Posted by sawalee49
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I've made a shampoo formula and noticed that my scalp doesn't itch, but my hair still tangles, feels stiff, and my head develops odor easily, requiring about two washes to feel...

Cosmetics Conditioning Custom Formulation Hair Odor Elimination Shampoo Texture
Posted by thanapoompthnp
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Could you please provide a basic formula for a clear hair serum that can be used as a base for adding water-soluble extracts? I would like to know the ingredients and steps...

Cosmetics Formulation Examples Gel Formation Hair Treatment Serum Water-based Formulation
Posted by siamnaturalskincare
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Could you please provide information on the function and potential substitutes for the following ingredients? * Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice * Polysorbate 80 * Sorbitol *...

Cosmetics Essential Oil Ingredient Alternatives Ingredient Function Solubilizer Thickener
Posted by barbiebeemiess
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I have a few questions: 1. Regarding BHA, what pH level is suitable for dissolving clogged pores versus exfoliating the skin? 2. Is my revised formula for BHA Toner Plus...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Formula Review Ingredient Suggestion Oily Skin Serum
Posted by hiphop5142
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I am trying to formulate a sunscreen with SPF 50 using the Aloe Vera Gel (Heavy) base. I added water, Titanium Dioxide 200nm EasyDisperse™, and Zinc Oxide 35nm Liquid. I...

Cosmetics Physical UV Filter Powdery Feel Sunscreen Formulation Texture Texture Modification
Posted by mayphakphion
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What are the properties and recommended usage percentage of Ectoin when added to an acidic C E Ferulic serum formulation? Is this ingredient stable and effective in this type...

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Ingredient Suitability Serum Stability Usage Percentage
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I plan to use Lift-Now™ (Pullulan) in a lip formulation. How should I incorporate it, especially considering lip balm is often anhydrous? What effects can I expect from using...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Lip Balm Lip Plumping Skin Tightening Solubility
Posted by ntharnath
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If I use a facial cleanser containing Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (BHA), can I then use a cream with the following ingredients: * Lemon Skin * Yeast Radiance * Repair Activator...

Cosmetics Cream Facial Cleanser Ingredient Interaction Skin Brightening Skin Irritation
Posted by thelittledraco
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Regarding the wash-off cream mask formula provided (containing Avocado Oil, Rice Vitamin (Inositol), Wild Yam Extract, Japanese Cedar Extract, Apple Phloretin, Coffee Extract,...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Cold Process Formulation Cream Ingredient Suitability Usage Method
Posted by mgm0478
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I ordered Activated Resorcinol, Olive Oil (Extra Virgin), and Panthenol (Vitamin B5) ExtraLite™. I used Olive Oil as the base because Activated Resorcinol dissolves in oil....

Cosmetics Effectiveness Mixing Procedure Oil Safety Solubility
Posted by wattanai.marayart
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I am developing a water-based serum formulation with the following ingredients. Could you please provide a breakdown of each ingredient's role, recommended usage percentage,...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Exfoliation Hydration Mixing Procedure Serum Formulation
Posted by kphphph
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I want to create two gentle gel cleanser formulas for face and body wash, one with regular foam and one with whip foam. My general formula structure includes Water, Glycerin,...

Cosmetics Foaming Formulation Adjustment Gel Gentle Formulation Texture
Posted by chayapha.bvn
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How can I formulate a gentle, sulfate-free, foaming wash for both face and body? What ingredients or bases are recommended?

Cosmetics Foaming Gentle Formulation Liquid Soap Sulfate-Free Formulation Surfactant
Posted by chayapha.bvn
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I am formulating a blue, translucent shampoo and plan to mix several fragrance oils. The fragrances I am considering are: * Bescents X (Musk) * Bescents L (Linalool) * Bergamot...

Cosmetics Clarity Fragrance Fragrance Formulation Scent Suitability Shampoo
Posted by thanapoompthnp
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I would like to formulate an underarm cream that provides the following benefits: * Whitening * Reducing "chicken skin" texture (exfoliation) * Reducing sweat (antiperspirant)...

Cosmetics Cream Deodorizing Exfoliation Skin Brightening Sweat Reduction
Posted by chokeckleo
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Can Glabridin 90% and Sym-White be used together in a formulation? Can Glabridin 90% help reduce irritation when using Sym-White at high concentrations?

Cosmetics Compatibility Ingredient Interaction Skin Brightening Skin Irritation
Posted by tbcsaosila2
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Based on my need for a cream formula to address oily skin, acne (clogged and inflamed), and dark spots, the staff recommended two separate formulas. Could you please detail...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Clogged Pores Cream Hyperpigmentation Serum
Posted by suwannapa2543
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I have combination skin, with an oily T-zone, and my skin is sensitive and prone to redness. I am also concerned about signs of aging. I am considering using a product with the...

Cosmetics Ingredient Suitability Oily Skin Redness Reduction Sensitive Skin Skin Barrier Repair
Posted by bigkuntui
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