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My foam cleansing cream formula (containing Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid, Lauric acid, Beeswax, glycols, KOH, etc.) is liquid at 20-25°C but thickens at 40-50°C. Why does this...

I have heavy Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum 68cst) and want to achieve a lighter texture. What substance should I mix it with to reduce its viscosity and feel?

What ingredients and methods can be used to create a skin cream with a "water break" or "water drop" texture, using materials available from MySkinRecipes?

What preservatives are suitable for a hydrogel mask formulation containing natural extracts, considering compatibility and effectiveness?

My sunscreen formulation containing various UV filters including Zinc Oxide, oils, silicones, and multiple emulsifiers, separates into an oil layer after sitting for 3-4 days...

Could you please provide a basic cream blush formulation and its ingredients for study purposes?

How to dissolve 1% Centella Asiatica Extract (Madecassoside 90%) powder in water for a 100ml serum formulation, including the required water ratio and recommended mixing method.

What is the clarity of Ceramide Complex when mixed with oil, and does it depend on the specific type or form of the product?

What types of Talc or alternative ingredients can be used in a translucent hair powder to effectively absorb oil without leaving a white cast, and what other oil-absorbing...

How to achieve clarity when solubilizing 5% essential oil? Can Eco Solve Clear concentration be increased beyond 10%, or is Flora Solve Clear needed?

I'm trying to make a water-based body mist for frequent daily use with the following formula: * Fragrance Oil: 3% * Flora Solve Clear: 8% * Mild Preserved Eco: 1% * Distilled...

I need recommendations for base materials, preservatives, and active ingredients, particularly essential oils, for formulating a safe and effective mouth spray. What options...

I experimented with Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate (CreamThick™) at concentrations ranging from 4% to 10%, which is higher than the recommended 0.5-5%, and observed different...

What are the functions of the ingredients Water, Ceteareth-25, Glycerin, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, PEG 4 hydrogenated castor oil, Fragrance, hydantoin, Caramel, simethicone, PVP,...

What is the concentration of each individual peptide within the Pep®-Max12 mixture (2200ppm total), does the recommended usage rate (5-10%) achieve maximum effectiveness for...

When adding Pure-EGCG™ (Green Tea Extract, 98% EGCG) to a clear gel base, the gel turns dark brown. Is this caused by the EGCG? Does Pure-EGCG™ raw material change color or...

Could you please analyze this list of cosmetic ingredients and explain the function of each component?

I have a water essence formulation containing Niacinamide, Glycerin, Rice Vitamin (Inositol), Panthenol, Natural Betaine, Mild Preserved Eco™, and Deionized Water. I would like...

Does the initial particle size (Standard, Fine, Ultra-Fine) of L-ascorbic acid affect its performance and absorption once it is fully dissolved in water for immediate use?

Could you please provide the product specification sheet, storage conditions, and usage parameters for the following freeze-dried Lactobacillus strains (high concentration)...