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What are the benefits of using Ectoin?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Anti-Pollution Anti-aging Hydration Skin Irritation
Posted by nanosecond19
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My skin is combination to oily, prone to clogged pores, large pores, and sensitive. I want to make a sunscreen cream using the following ingredients: * Avobenzone 5% *...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Cream Oily Skin Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by wannida260639
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I want to mix a natural extract with Olive Oil and Moringa Oil using Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20). Is this suitable, and how would I do it? I'm unsure if the natural extract is...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Ingredient Interaction Mixing Procedure Solubility Turbidity
Posted by srto2557
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I would like to know if the fragrance oils available for purchase under the "Brand" section can be used directly, or if they need to be mixed with "Last Fix" and "Ethyl...

Cosmetics Fragrance Fragrance Formulation Perfume Solvents Usage Percentage
Posted by thanapoompthnp
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I am developing a **cream** formulation intended for use on both the **face** and the **under-eye area**. I am considering using either **Wakame extract** or **DMAE** for their...

Cosmetics Cream Skin Irritation Skin Tightening Under-eye Product Wrinkle Reduction
Posted by himyangel
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When will Ichthammol (Ammonium Bituminosulfonate) be back in stock?

Cosmetics Ingredient Availability Ordering Product Availability
Posted by taeioyou
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I am looking for a BB sunscreen formula that controls oil and prevents dullness. Can you provide a formula that does *not* require blending?

Cosmetics BB/CC Cream Mixing Procedure Oil Control Sun Protection Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by ezarian11
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I have two hair product formulations I would like to review: 1. **Shampoo Formula:** * Aims: Soft, moisturized, gentle, sulfate/silicone/paraben-free, pH 7. * Includes 10% Oat...

Cosmetics Formula Review Leave-in Application Preservation Shampoo pH Adjustment
Posted by chuachom
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I want to make a hair perfume using fragrance oil, nourishing oil, Tween 20, and distilled water. Can I mix these together? Or do I need a dispersing agent or other...

Cosmetics Fragrance Formulation Preservation Solubility Spray Water-based Formulation
Posted by wichakhun
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I would like to know the function of the following ingredients found in Nivea facial foam that contribute to its dense foam and thick texture. Could you also provide guidance...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Facial Cleanser Foaming Ingredient Function Texture
Posted by jiraphorn.zom
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Regarding the `Sulfate Free Shampoo` base: 1. How can I thicken the base? 2. How can I improve the skin feel (reduce stickiness) after rinsing? 3. Can fragrance be added,...

Cosmetics Fragrance Non-sticky Texture Shampoo Base Sulfate-Free Formulation Viscosity
Posted by penguin_mom
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I am developing a whitening serum and experiencing pilling when using AnyGel as the gelling agent. I would like to use **Aloe Vera Gel Lite** as the base instead of water. My...

Cosmetics Gel Base Pilling Serum Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by my-thai
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What is the difference between Aloe Vera Extract and Aloe Vera Oil, and which one is suitable for different skin types (normal/oily vs. dry)? Can they be used together?

Cosmetics Oil Oily Skin Skin Absorption Skin Dryness Solubility
Posted by jn_andy
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Can the following ingredients be mixed together in a lotion base at the specified percentages? * Alpha Arbutin 2% * Lemon Peel Bioferment 2% * MSH White Absorb 5%

Cosmetics Compatibility Cosmetic Formulation Lotion Skin Brightening Usage Percentage
Posted by aowa85
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I have questions regarding Retinyl Palmitate: 1. Does the product refer to All-trans Retinyl Palmitate? 2. The website states that Retinyl Palmitate is soluble in oil. What...

Cosmetics Concentration Liposome Precipitation Solubility Stability
Posted by obumbimo
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Regarding a day cream containing **Phospholipid** and **1,2-Hexanediol**, which act as penetration enhancers: 1. Is it true that I cannot apply sunscreen immediately after...

Cosmetics Cream Penetration Enhancer Product Layering Sun Protection Usage Method
Posted by wisediq
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When mixing 5 water-soluble powder ingredients into water, can I add them all at once and blend, or should I add them one by one, blending each until dissolved before adding the next?

Cosmetics Dispersion Mixing Procedure Powder Solubility
Posted by wisediq
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I have two questions about mixing ingredients: 1. Can Willow Bark extract be mixed directly into Pitera? For example: * Pitera 90% * Willow Bark extract 10% 2. Can Encapsulated...

Cosmetics Compatibility Facial Cleanser Ingredient Addition Salicylic Acid Serum
Posted by aor_rich2
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I have oily skin with bumpy acne (สิวผด) and redness. I do not have clogged pores or inflammatory acne. I am looking for a formula that also provides anti-aging benefits. I...

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Anti-aging Oily Skin Redness Reduction Serum
Posted by near_51
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Regarding the revised serum formula based on mixing steps A, B, C, D, I have the following questions: 1. Are the ingredients compatible? Should any be added or removed? 2. If I...

Cosmetics Hydration Non-sticky Texture Serum Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by cphiandee
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