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Facial Essence Formulation: Question about Xanthan Gum and Ingredients

I want to try making a facial essence for skin nourishment. Here is my planned formula. I am unsure about using Xanthan Gum (Phase D). Please review the formula and advise....

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Essence Preservation Stability Thickener

Posted by nuttakarn.kw

2024-11-25

Review of Leave-In Conditioning Mist Formula for Damaged Hair

Please review the feasibility and potential challenges of the provided formula for a Daily Leave-In Conditioning Mist intended for severely damaged hair, aiming for a smooth,...

Cosmetics Bond Repair Conditioning Damaged Hair Care Mist Solubilizer

Posted by pattozam

2024-11-25

Using Carbomer Ultrez 30 in Clear Shampoo: pH, Surfactants, and Alternatives

How to use Carbomer Ultrez 30 in a clear shampoo formula, specifically regarding the timing of pH adjustment, its compatibility with Cocamidopropyl Betaine and non-ionic...

Cosmetics Clarity Compatibility Ingredient Alternatives Shampoo Thickener

Posted by ox.ky.ya

2024-11-23

Mixing CysWhite™ with Cream Base: Stability & Usage Issues

Can CysWhite™ (Cysteamine HCL) be mixed with Absolue Soft Cream Base, and what additional ingredients would be needed for this mixture?

Cosmetics Cream High Water Content Ingredient Mixture Odor Reduction Stability

Posted by kanyarach

2024-11-22

Sunscreen Odor Issues and Alternatives

Seeking alternative sunscreen ingredients or bases with less odor, as SPF Protect Ultra™ II has a strong, difficult-to-control smell even with an odor mask, especially when...

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Odor Reduction Powder Sunscreen Base Sunscreen Formulation

Posted by pasinnm

2024-11-20

Issues with Exceeding Active Ingredient Limit in Cream Base

What happens if the recommended active ingredient limit (e.g., 10%) in a ready-made cream base is exceeded?

Cosmetics Cream Effectiveness Loss Skin Irritation Stability Texture

Posted by katobty

2024-11-12

Wakame Extract Extraction Method and Plant Part

What is the specific extraction method and which part of the plant is used to produce Wakame extract sold by MySkinRecipes?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Extraction Method Ingredient Origin Raw Material

Posted by jiratkhao1511

2024-11-11

Gel Cream Liquefies After Adding Plant Extract

Why does a gel cream formulation containing Carbopol 940 become liquid after adding Wakame Extract, and how can this viscosity loss be fixed?

Cosmetics Compatibility Cream Stability Viscosity pH Adjustment

Posted by jiratkhao1511

2024-11-11

Calculating Concentration After Dilution

What is the final concentration of Tranexamic Acid if 10g of another active ingredient is added to 100g of Nano-TXA™ base (3% Tranexamic Acid Nano Emulsion, Penetration Base)?

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Concentration Emulsion Serum Usage Percentage

Posted by kitsatupad

2024-11-07

Formulating Water-in-Oil Emulsion with Retinoids and Oils

How to formulate a Water-in-Oil emulsion using specific ingredients including Retinal-EZ, LipidSoft DS, Vitamin E, glycols, Fractionated Coconut Oil, DMI, Perfect-A 10,...

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Amount Calculation Custom Formulation Mixing Procedure Water-in-Oil

Posted by pazzmo_banana

2024-11-04

Niacinamide percentage in Facial Moisturizing Lotion

What is the specific percentage of Niacinamide in the "Facial Moisturizing Lotion (Compare to Cerave)" product?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Concentration Lotion

Posted by lukjaebkruawan

2024-11-02

Cloudiness and Precipitation when Mixing Eucalyptus Oil and Alcohol 95%

I want to mix Eucalyptus Oil 40 ml with Alcohol 95% 60 ml. What should I add to help? Because when mixed, it becomes cloudy white, even though it doesn't separate into layers,...

Cosmetics Nozzle Clogging Precipitation Solubility Solubilizer Spray

Posted by melody2562

2024-11-01

Ingredients to Mask L-Carnitine Odor and Prevent Yellowing

What ingredients can be used in L-Carnitine products (such as ready-to-drink or powder) to mask its characteristic odor and prevent it from turning yellow over time?

Cosmetics Color Changing Odor Reduction Powder Ready-to-drink Stability

Posted by a_gig

2024-10-30

Phase Separation in Diffuser Base Mixture

When mixing oil-based fragrance with Ethyl Alcohol and Diffuser Base Type 1, phase separation occurs. How can I make the mixture homogeneous?

Cosmetics Diffuser Base Phase Separation Solubility Solubilizer

Posted by tanathonmew

2024-10-28

Preservation in Water Essence Formulations

Can water essence formulations using ferment filtrates and hydrogel be made without adding extra preservatives, considering the base ingredients already contain components like...

Cosmetics Microbial Contamination Preservation Serum Stability

Posted by thanita680

2024-10-25

Analysis of Cosmetic Ingredient List

Please analyze the functions of the following cosmetic ingredients: * Aqua (Water) * Sodium Hyaluronate * pentylene glycol * Propanediol * Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer *...

Cosmetics Hydration Ingredient Analysis Preservation Serum Stability

Posted by sawaengsak

2024-10-24

Comparing Bifida Products & Treating Severe Melasma in Elderly

Seeking advice on comparing Bifida Repair Complex (High Conc) vs. Repair Activator BG for effectiveness at different percentages, and comprehensive guidance on treating severe,...

Cosmetics Custom Formulation Effectiveness Loss Melasma Treatment Skin Barrier Repair Sun Protection

Posted by nonthipat.s

2024-10-24

Why ClearClean/ThickClean Gelling Agent Didn't Thicken

Why isn't my shampoo/liquid soap thickening when using ClearClean™ or ThickClean™ (Acrylates Crosspolymer) gelling agents?

Cosmetics Liquid Soap Mixing Procedure Thickener Viscosity pH Adjustment

Posted by senfun2004

2024-10-23

Research on Oral Food Grade Hyaluronic Acid: Safety, Stability, and Benefits

From a research perspective, what are the potential benefits and downsides of consuming food-grade Hyaluronic Acid (HA) at 10-20 mg/day? How does it interact with other...

Cosmetics Food Application Hydration Ingestion Safety Stability

Posted by kij_th

2024-10-21

Recommended dosage of Aluminum Sulfate in water-based spray

What is the recommended dosage of Aluminum Sulfate (Octadecahydrate) for use in a water-based spray formulation?

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Spray Usage Percentage

Posted by sattakun.l