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Based on my original body lotion formula for very dry and sensitive skin (containing Shea Butter, Sweet Almond Oil, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B12, WaterLock, Phyto Glycyrrhetinic...

Cosmetics Emulsion Hydration Lotion Sensitive Skin Stickiness
Posted by moneybag2525
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Could you please provide a breakdown, suggested percentages, and mixing method for a hair serum based on the following ingredients? * Water * Isopropyl Myristate (or...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Formulation Examples Hair Treatment Mixing Procedure Serum
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I am interested in making a cream formula for sensitive skin with the following ingredients: * Green Tea Extract (EGCG) * Beta Glucan (Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract) * Rose...

Cosmetics Cosmetic Formulation Cream Ingredient Alternatives Preservation Sensitive Skin
Posted by puk_arun
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I am trying to create a foundation formula similar to a high-end product, based on its ingredient list, for oily, sweat-prone skin. The expert mentioned that this type of...

Cosmetics Foundation Mixing Procedure Oily Skin Powder Water-in-Oil
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I have made a serum using the following ingredients: * Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Pitera) * Repair Activator (Bifida Ferment Lysate) * Safe-B3 (Niacinamide) * Hyaluronic...

Cosmetics Fermentation Odor Serum Stability Viscosity
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My cream formulation turned liquid, becoming like a thick liquid. I used [Light Cream Maker] and added [Zinc PCA]. The expert informed me that this is due to Zinc PCA...

Cosmetics Cream Electrolytes Emulsifier Stability Texture
Posted by iamwellda
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Could you please provide the mixing steps for the Sodium Lactate Ultra-Moisturizing Serum formula? The formula ingredients mentioned include: * Water Phase: Water, Sodium...

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Serum Serum Formulation Skin Irritation Water-in-Oil
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I am creating a new sunscreen formulation because my customers and I are sensitive to Oxybenzone from SPF Protect Ultra. I have removed it and developed the following formula:...

Cosmetics Compatibility Oil Control Sunscreen Formulation Texture Water-in-Oil
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I used `Water Capsule` as an emulsifier in a formulation. When I used `LipidSoft`, it emulsified well. However, when I replaced `LipidSoft` with `Isohexadecane` at 15% in the...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsification Emulsifier Ingredient Comparison Stability
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What is the current availability status for Pentylene Glycol (retail size) and AminoWash™? If retail Pentylene Glycol is unavailable, is there a recommended alternative that...

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Ordering Penetration Enhancer Preservation Product Availability
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How to formulate a hair treatment? I want to know the difference between using Fractionated Coconut Oil and Coconut Oil. Also, please advise on the ingredient proportions and...

Cosmetics Conditioning Cosmetic Formulation Hair Treatment Ingredient Ratio Ingredient Selection
Posted by earn-blue-angle
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I am trying to create a gel sunscreen for oily, acne-prone skin. My current formula resulted in a creamy texture. I have several questions about refining the formulation: * How...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Gel Oily Skin Sunscreen Formulation Texture
Posted by berumonto
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Regarding the pressed powder foundation formula, what is the correct mixing order for the liquid phase (Oil Thick, LipidSoft Lite, Microcrystalline Wax, Isododecane, and...

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Cosmetic Formulation Mixing Procedure Pressed Powder Sun Protection
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I am making a Cleansing Oil using Oilsify 15. 1. Can I substitute Mineral Oil Heavy with natural oils like Safflower Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, or Grape Seed Oil? 2. What is the...

Cosmetics Cleansing Oil Emulsifier Ingredient Alternatives Shelf Life Stability
Posted by chananthida.kho
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I'm developing a sunscreen formulation for combination/oily skin with the following properties: non-greasy, long-lasting, waterproof, sweat-resistant, and no white cast. My...

Cosmetics Cream Oily Skin Sunscreen Formulation Texture Waterproof
Posted by banjongc13
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I have an oil-based formula intended for lips, but it results in a lip oil texture. I want to modify it to create a lip balm that is soft, moisturizing, helps fill lip lines,...

Cosmetics FDA Registration Hydration Lip Balm Long-lasting Texture Modification
Posted by katekan_chun
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How can I enhance my existing underarm toner formula, which uses `LipidSoft Deo` as a main component, to achieve the following benefits? * Oil control * Pore tightening * Skin...

Cosmetics Oil Control Pore Reduction Skin Brightening Toner Underarm Application
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I have a liquid L-Ascorbic Acid serum and want to enhance its whitening and moisturizing effects. What ingredients can I add to achieve this while maintaining the serum's...

Cosmetics Hydration Ingredient Suggestion Serum Skin Brightening Stability
Posted by rich999_pongtong
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I am trying to formulate a thick yet light Water-in-Oil (W/O) cream using the following ingredients: * Water * Glycerin * Cyclomethicone * Dimethicone (Light, Low-Odor) *...

Cosmetics Cream Emulsification Mixing Procedure Texture Water-in-Oil
Posted by rich999_pongtong
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I would like to know more about Dicaprylyl Ether. I noticed a cream containing this ingredient had a very light, non-greasy texture. What kind of ingredient is it, and are...

Cosmetics Emollient Ingredient Alternatives Light Texture Non-sticky Texture Texture
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