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Regarding the provided Cleansing Water formula, is the mixing procedure correct as follows: Add ingredients 1-3 into room temperature water and stir to combine, then bottle?...

Cosmetics Cleaning Water Foaming Mixing Procedure Surfactant Water-based Formulation
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What ingredients are used in lipsticks that change color when applied to the skin, and how do they work? I saw the category PIGMENT Color Changing on your website and would...

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Color Changing Lipstick Pigment Solubility
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I have been using the Salicylic Acid EZ formula previously recommended for acne and oily skin and found it very effective. I am also concerned about acne scars. I understand...

Cosmetics Acne Scars Acne Treatment Gel Oil Control Water-based Formulation
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I would like to share my positive experience using **Ichthammol** and **Hi-Quercetin** for treating bee stings, including the formula I used. I also found other products...

Cosmetics Anti-inflammatory Customer Feedback Skin Inflammation Soothing Effect Topical Application
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What ingredients are recommended for a cream formulation targeting both acne and anti-aging concerns for individuals over 30?

Cosmetics Acne Treatment Anti-aging Cosmetic Formulation Cream Ingredient Suggestion
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What is the difference in mold control effectiveness between Phenoxyethanol SA and Ethylhexylglycerin? Is Phenoxyethanol alone effective against mold?

Cosmetics Anti-fungal Effectiveness Ingredient Comparison Preservation
Posted by t.siamsiam.s
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How can I formulate oil-based products (like liquid soap/bath milk or skin oil/moisturizer) that turn milky when mixed with water? What specific ingredients and usage...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Emulsion Milky Texture Oil-based Formulation Usage Percentage
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My lotion formulation leaves a white cast and is slow to absorb, requiring a lot of rubbing. I used ingredients like `stearic acid`, `stearyl alcohol`, and `Cetyl Alcohol`....

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Lotion Skin Absorption Texture White Cast Reduction
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I have some questions about my perfume body spray formulation: 1. Is it necessary to use both Flora Fix and Last Fix together in the formula to improve fragrance longevity? 2....

Cosmetics Fragrance Formulation Fragrance Longevity Ingredient Safety Skin Irritation Spray
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I have a whitening and moisturizing formula that I find effective, but I have two issues: 1. The texture is not smooth and silky enough. 2. The formula causes skin irritation....

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Serum Skin Brightening Skin Irritation Texture
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Cosmetics Acne Scars Oil Redness Reduction Skin Irritation Topical Application
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My hair conditioner formula thins drastically after adding Phenoxyethanol SA. The viscosity also decreases over time (after about a month). What is causing this, and what is...

Cosmetics Conditioner Ingredient Interaction Preservation Stability Viscosity
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Can **Bisabolol** and **Caprylic/capric triglyceride** be considered "Oil-Free" when formulating a serum? What are the implications for skin (e.g., oiliness, clogged pores) and...

Cosmetics Clogged Pores Oil-Free Formulation Oily Skin Regulatory Compliance Serum
Posted by earth_snagerma5
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I am formulating a "Skin Nourishment + Whitening" serum using SiliSolve Plus™ to achieve a light, water in silicone texture. The staff mentioned it requires a mixer, not manual...

Cosmetics Mixing Procedure Preservation Serum Stability Water-in-Silicone
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I would like to make a solid gel perfume (perfume stick) using an oil-based fragrance. I understand that using ingredients like Oil Stick™ Hard and Oil Stick™ Medium with...

Cosmetics Fragrance Formulation Oil-based Formulation Solid Perfume Solidification Stick
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Can Minoxidil tablets be dissolved in Butylene Glycol? What are the challenges, and is there an alternative method for creating a Minoxidil solution using Butylene Glycol?

Cosmetics Powder Solubility Solution Solvents Tablet
Posted by teay.pongpichai
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I made a toner myself using the following ingredients: * Safe-B3 5% * Licorice Extract 1% * Rice Vitamin 2% * Willow Bark Extract 10% * Vitamin B6 2.5% * Zinc PCA 1% *...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Crystallization Preservation Stability Toner
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I have a finished lotion with the following ingredients (similar to Jergens Ultra Healing formula): * Water * Glycerin * Cetearyl Alcohol * Petrolatum * Stearic Acid * C12-15...

Cosmetics Custom Formulation Hyperpigmentation Lotion Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by thelittledraco
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At a usage level of 1%, is the broad-spectrum control (against mold and bacteria) of Ethylhexylglycerin and Phenoxyethanol SA sufficient for the pH range of 5 to 6.5?

Cosmetics Broad-spectrum Efficacy Effectiveness Preservation Usage Percentage pH Suitability
Posted by t.siamsiam.s
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I would like to substitute Light Cream Maker™ with Satin Cream Maker™ in my cream and sunscreen formulas. Can I use the same ratio? What is the correct mixing procedure for...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Mixing Procedure Phase Separation Stability Sunscreen Formulation
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