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I am a bit confused about the varying technical indications how to dissolve Gamma-Oryzanol. There are various temperatures stated while on sources outside of myskinrecipes.com I see 90 degrees Celsius and sometimes even higher than 120 degrees. I stayed below 60 in a face oil settings (dispersing in MCT) and it took forever to get the Gamma-Oryzanol to dissolve. Could you please clarify the correct temperature and if your product is different from other products and needs lower temperature? Thank you so much in advance! 🤗
Hello! I want to create a Toner using witch hazel as a solvent with the following ingredients: * 3% PoreNin™ * 0.2% Fullerene C60 * 3% ActiveRelease™ EGCG I want to ask if the solution is clear?
I have a question regarding the work of Cetylpyridinium Chloride in toothpaste: 1. I am adding this with water, but someone told me that adding it with water in the product doesn't give full performance. Is it true or not? Does it mean its antimicrobial properties are reduced?
Hello, I am developing a natural skincare range and aim to use ingredients compliant with organic certification standards such as Ecocert/COSMOS. While I understand this specific blend is not certified organic, could you confirm if its individual components—C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate and C20-22 Alcohols—are on the list of approved substances for use in COSMOS-certified formulations? Additionally, I have a few technical questions regarding its application: * **Ionicity:** As an anionic emulsifier, what specific precautions should I take regarding ingredient compatibility? Specifically, are there restrictions on certain polymers, gums, or cationic actives? * **Compatibility:** Can this emulsifier be used in synergy with Moist Cream Maker™ or Montanov 202? If so, what is your recommended ratio to achieve a lightweight, non-greasy texture? * **Optimization:** Do you recommend any other combinations (COSMOS-compliant) that pair well with Velvet Cream Maker™ to enhance a light, non-sticky skin feel? Thank you for your technical support.
I am trying to make a 2% salicylic acid face wash. I have few doubts related to this: 1. How much % is enough for a skin like with blackheads, whiteheads, T zone oily area, sebum on nose and chin, milia on forehead/under eye and acne prone skin (only on condition like dehydration/menstruation/more sugar consumption). 2. Which ingredients is good with salicylic acid: Niacinamide, Allantoin, Sodium PCA, Zinc PCA, Betaine. And in what %? If we can use all of them, then what is the %? 3. Which thickener is good for skin (PEG-150 distearate, C MEA, HEC, Xanthan gum)? If you have any other suggestions, then tell those. I have used 0.7% HEC and 0.7% Xanthan Gum, but it is giving gel like structure. 4. What is good solubilizer for Salicylic acid? I have tried to with sodium lauroyl Sarcosinate and it mix well, but I am thinking to replace this surfactant with glucoside. Currently I am using CAPB, Sarcosinate, SMCT. What surfactant is good for skin and in what %.
Hello, I added **Titanium Dioxide 400nm WaterProof™ (Super Coverage)** in my foundation. I have dispersed it with pigment in oil, but the white colour still appears on the product surface. May I ask is there any way to solve it? Thank you. **Mixing Process:** * Mix water and oil parts using an overhead stirrer. * Add the water part to the oil part. * Homogenize for 5 minutes. * Return to the overhead stirrer to add the preservative and the last two ingredients.
Hello! May I ask: * Is Quaternium-73 completely soluble in LipidSoft™ C1215 (C12-15 alkyl benzoate)? * Does the above solution completely dissolve in Ultra Solve™ to create a mixture for a clear cleanser for acne-prone skin? * What should be the ratio of the ingredients in the above mixture?
Hello, I am currently testing the incorporation of your spirulina powder into an O/W emulsion. During the cool-down phase, I attempted to sprinkle the powder directly into the batch, but I encountered significant issues with clumping (tiny blue spots). Despite prolonged stirring, I was unable to achieve a completely smooth dispersion. Could you please advise on the best incorporation method? * Should the powder be pre-dispersed in a portion of the water or a humectant (like glycerin) to create a slurry before adding it to the main emulsion? * Any guidance on the optimal temperature or mixing speed for this ingredient would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Please recommend essential oils that can be used to scent herbal inhalers. Which ones can be used for this purpose?
Does this (Pal-GHK, Pal-GQPR) have any research?
I would like to ask for details regarding the Deodorization Efficacy Test (Ammonia Gas Reduction Assay): * What are the details of the testing method? * What standards are used for the test? * Can this test be performed on tissue paper products?
Are there any gold pigments that can replace N 5001S?
Why do commercial whitening cream formulations look more opaque than the ones I make myself using water, oil, and general emulsifiers? What could be the possible causes?
Hi. Can Lactobionic acid powder be mixed with water and glycerin to make a serum or does it have to be made in a 90% solution first? If the latter, would I add 9 g powder to one gram of distilled water? I am just learning how to formulate. Thanks.
I would like to make an at home hyaluronic acid serum to use as a glide for microneedling when I use my Dr Pen. Would **4D Hyaluronic Acid** be a good substitute?
If we choose ReadyMix™ White (base) instead of White Oxides, will the resulting cream texture be very different, or will they be quite similar?
I would like to ask if Retinoic acid (Product Code: 104072) can be used for cell culture applications? (Is the product RUO or cell culture grade?)
I attempted to dissolve Boswellia as recommended, but it won't dissolve. It still feels like sand grains. * Boswellia 0.5% * Propylene Glycol (PG) 3% (Did not dissolve) I added more ingredients: * Ethoxydiglycol 2% (Did not dissolve) * PEG-40 1% (Still did not dissolve) What other solvents can I use to dissolve it?
Can DeoMax™ Liquid be mixed into shampoo and roll-on formulations?
Can Carbomer be used to adjust the viscosity of a cream by adding it to the water phase, heating it, mixing it with oil to form an emulsion, and then adding TEA in the final step?
