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I made a cream formulation with the following ingredients and percentages: * Niacinamide 5% * Alpha Arbutin 2% * Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) 2% * Collagen 3% After using it, I...

Cosmetics Cream DIY Formulation Ingredient Interaction Skin Irritation pH Adjustment
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I am making a cream formulation and used Titanium Dioxide 15nm Liquid in the oil phase. After mixing, I observed a grainy texture at the bottom of the cream. Could you please...

Cosmetics Cream Dispersion Grainy Texture Stability Titanium Dioxide Issues
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I want to mix Dimethicone with water. Are there emulsifier alternatives to SiliSolve? Specifically, if using **Milk Lotion Maker** or **Oil-Fix**, what are the recommended...

Cosmetics Emulsification Emulsifier Ingredient Alternatives Lotion Stability
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Can perfume be added to a body gel formulation using Pure Aloe Vera Gel as a base, along with Rhamnose, WhiteCumin™ 2x, MOIST72, and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin)? Will...

Cosmetics Compatibility DIY Formulation Fragrance Gel Ingredient Addition
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I am making lip gloss for children and have two questions: 1. Which group of colors is safe to use? 2. Do I need to use a preservative? Which one do you recommend?

Cosmetics Coloring Ingredient Safety Lip Gloss Pediatric Usage Preservation
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I am trying to formulate a cream and have a recipe with volume measurements. I would like to know: 1. Can a regular hand blender be used to mix the cream with ClayThick? 2....

Cosmetics Cream Ingredient Ratio Mixing Procedure Texture Thickener
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Based on using a DIY cosmetic formulation that you liked, you are interested in selling it commercially. You want to know: * How to register a cosmetic product with the FDA...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Custom Formulation FDA Registration Ingredient Suitability Manufacturing Requirements
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How can I formulate a cleansing oil using natural oils and Oilsify emulsifiers (Oilsify 15, Oilsify 30, or Oilsify Eco)? What are example formulas and usage instructions?

Cosmetics Cleansing Oil Cosmetic Formulation Emulsification Makeup Removal Natural Ingredients
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How can I thicken a saponified liquid soap formulation? I have tried using sugar and borax, but they do not effectively increase viscosity and borax causes dryness. What are...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Alternatives Liquid Soap Thickener Viscosity
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As a beginner formulator, I want to make a simple cream or serum for my dry, wrinkled facial skin (I am 40 years old) for personal use. Can I simply mix Vitamin C, Vitamin E,...

Cosmetics Compatibility Cream DIY Formulation Serum Stability
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What are the differences between Kaolin and Bentonite clay regarding absorption and exfoliation properties for use in masks? Also, how can Green Tea Extract be incorporated...

Cosmetics Absorption Clay Mask Exfoliation Ingredient Addition Oil Control
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Based on the provided loose powder formula, I have a few questions: * What type of powder formulation is this? * Here is the formula I am working with (in grams per 100g...

Cosmetics Formulation Conversion Liquid Foundation Loose Powder Pressed Powder Texture Modification
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I have formulated an essence for use before serum and cream with the following formula. The resulting essence has a slightly viscous texture after adding Water Film. When...

Cosmetics Essence Formula Alternatives Hydration Pilling Texture
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I want to change the texture of the **Innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mousse Mask** from a mousse to a standard clay mask texture. What ingredients should be removed or added to...

Cosmetics Clay Mask Formulation Examples Ingredient Alternatives Texture Modification Thickener
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What is the recommended usage percentage for Camu Camu extract for facial application, and what ingredients can be used to make the face look plump and hydrated ("ฉ่ำเหมือนอิ่มน้ำ")?

Cosmetics Cream Dewy Finish Hydration Ingredient Suggestion Usage Percentage
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Regarding Argan Oil: * Can Argan Oil be applied directly to the face, body, and hair? * Does it need to be mixed with anything? * How should it be stored (room temperature or...

Cosmetics Direct Application Ingredient Suitability Oil Storage Conditions Usage Method
Posted by rain-tree.skincare
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I have made homemade soap, but the fragrance fades after about a month. The staff recommended using **Last-Fix** (which the answer clarifies as **Flora Solve™ Clear**). Can you...

Cosmetics Fragrance Longevity Soap Solubilizer
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I am trying to create a single spray product for both my oily scalp (with hair loss) and my dry, weightless hair. I was considering adding Citric Acid to my proposed combined...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Hair Loss Reduction Hair Treatment Oily Scalp Spray
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How is the NaturalProfile™ Borage Oil (Hi GLA, Cold-Pressed) extracted? Is it cold-pressed?

Cosmetics Cold Pressed Extraction Method Oil
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I made a cream formulation, but it resulted in a grainy texture and phase separation. I followed the previous instructions and measured the ingredients correctly. The issue...

Cosmetics Cream Dispersion Grainy Texture Mixing Procedure Phase Separation
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