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When adding Zinc Pyrithione and Piroctone Olamine to an existing shampoo formula to create an anti-dandruff shampoo, what substance should be used to help these two ingredients...

Cosmetics Dandruff Treatment Mixing Procedure Shampoo Suspension Viscosity
Posted by wingshop2011
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I'm looking for recommendations for lightweight oils that have a texture similar to or lighter than **Rose Hip Oil**. I'd also like to know: * Can pure natural oils be mixed...

Cosmetics Compatibility Essential Oil Application Light Texture Odor Reduction Oil-based Formulation
Posted by maigonix
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Could you please provide an update on the stock availability of Pentylene Glycol and GlucoBright? Also, what is the process if I place an order that includes items that are...

Cosmetics Ordering Product Availability
Posted by sangchai1
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I am trying to formulate a mousse foam cleanser and am encountering issues with precipitation and the foam disappearing quickly. I have questions about certain ingredients and...

Cosmetics Facial Cleanser Foam Pump Formulation Foaming Precipitation Stability
Posted by aon.ohn
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I have some questions regarding cosmetic formulation, specifically for a body whitening cream: * Is the pH of body skin different from facial skin? * When a formulation...

Cosmetics Amount Calculation Cream Skin Brightening Weight and Volume pH Adjustment
Posted by leena_birth
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My cream formulation (pH 4.5-6) has an issue where the fragrance scent changes or becomes unpleasant over time. I am considering the following: 1. Increasing the fragrance...

Cosmetics Cream Fragrance Ingredient Interaction Odor Stability
Posted by jn_andy
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Can the following formula be emulsified using Soy Lecithin 10%? Why is it not emulsifying? * Water: ~71.5% * Cocoa Butter: 15% * Soy Lecithin: 10% * Kojic Acid: 3% * Nano Silver: 0.5%

Cosmetics Cream Emulsification Emulsifier High Water Content Stability
Posted by jing.jing.jg
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I would like to know if I can use **Stabilized Vitamin C (Natural-C Glycol™) Serum** and **Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (aka Pitera)** together in my skincare routine. If so,...

Cosmetics Compatibility Product Layering Serum Stability pH Compatibility
Posted by kanokkorn.thia
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I would like to mix the following ingredients into an Aloe Vera gel base (heavy type). Could you please advise which ingredients are compatible and how to mix them? * Alpha...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Ingredient Addition Ingredient Suitability Solubility
Posted by m_-ilkiss
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Regarding **Pineapple Heptadienone, Pharaone 10%** (dissolved in **Dipropylene glycol**): * Is this scent natural-like? * Is it sour or sweet? * Given that it's a single...

Cosmetics Fragrance Ingredient Mixture Scent Profile Solvents Stickiness
Posted by nanosecond19
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How to formulate a solid lip product (like a lip balm or stick) that is hard enough but still applies smoothly (good pay-off) and is not greasy or shiny? I've tried using...

Cosmetics Lip Product Non-oily Texture Spreadability Stick Texture Modification
Posted by nontawan.pastel
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I mixed Vitamin C powder (L-Ascorbic Acid) with my lotion, and it turned watery. Why did this happen? Also, can Vitamin C be used together with Lactic Acid?

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Lotion Phase Separation Skin Irritation pH Compatibility
Posted by oishi.mint
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I have a Hyaluronic Acid serum formula and would like to add **Ceramide Complex** and **Alpha Arbutin**. Are these ingredients compatible with a water-based serum? What is the...

Cosmetics Formulation Adjustment Ingredient Addition Serum Skin Barrier Repair Skin Brightening
Posted by diybyme56
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What is the appropriate percentage of `Protease Enzyme` to add to `Amino Powder`?

Cosmetics Effectiveness Exfoliation Facial Cleanser Powder Usage Percentage
Posted by vaschara.pizza
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I want to make soap with a lot of foam. What should I add to the soap base? The soap base I ordered from the factory doesn't produce much foam, and the texture is not smooth...

Cosmetics Foaming Soap Texture Modification Thickener
Posted by nook_skincare
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Regarding the staff's recommendation to check Fragrance, Natural Oil, and Phenoxyethanol in a cream formulation causing acne: 1. Does "checking" mean reducing the proportion of...

Cosmetics Acne-prone Skin Cream Formulation Adjustment Preservation Skin Irritation
Posted by sj_ying
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I want to add Alpha Arbutin powder and Niacinamide powder to a finished lotion (specifically Bhaesaj lotion, 150ml bottle). I have the following questions: * How much of each...

Cosmetics Compatibility Ingredient Addition Lotion Skin Brightening Solubility
Posted by sukanya8136
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I am considering a formulation with the following ingredients and percentages: * Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Pitera) 95% * Pomegranate Extract 5% Will this formulation be...

Cosmetics Formulation Feasibility Hydration Ingredient Interaction Serum Skin Conditioning
Posted by spiderpu2533
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Could you provide a formula for a shampoo that focuses on making hair soft, smooth, and tangle-free?

Cosmetics Conditioning Formulation Examples Hair Smoothness Ingredient Suggestion Shampoo
Posted by ton.w08
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I have questions regarding the usage of Stabilized Vitamin C (Natural-c Glycol). Please clarify: * Can it be applied directly to the skin without mixing? * Should it be applied...

Cosmetics Daytime Use Ingredient Interaction Product Layering Sun Protection Usage Method
Posted by jelektip
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