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Creating Indistinguishable Placebo and Active Creams for Research (Calendula Extract)

I would like to inquire about producing cream for research. If I need to produce a placebo and a product containing active ingredients, specifically...

Cosmetics Color Adjustment Cream Custom Formulation Fragrance Odor
Posted by natthas.md
2020-07-03
Cooling Agent Alternatives and Usage for Balms

Is Menthol used in cold balm formulations? If considering alternatives like Cool Touch (Menthyl Lactate) or Freeze Me (Menthone Glycerin Acetal) which are described as...

Cosmetics Balm Cooling Sensation Ingredient Comparison Skin Irritation Usage Percentage
Posted by joelfonat
2020-07-03
How to Increase Shampoo pH from 3

How to increase the pH of a shampoo that has a pH of 3, and what substance should be used for this adjustment?

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Shampoo pH Adjustment
Posted by vilairatv499
2020-07-03
Vitamin C Dissolution Problem in Skinceuticals-like Formula

I am experiencing a dissolution problem with L-Ascorbic Acid in a formula similar to Skinceuticals. I mixed Part A and Part B at 45°C for 1 minute, then added standard grade...

Cosmetics Acidic Formulation Mixing Procedure Serum Solubility pH Adjustment
Posted by bom_nami
2020-07-03
Troubleshooting Serum Formula: Stickiness and Fishy Odor

I would like to ask for advice regarding a serum formula. The test formula for Puress Blue Serum has the following ingredients: Zinc PCA 1% Sebum-Reg™ (Capryloyl Glycine) 2%...

Cosmetics Ingredient Interaction Odor Serum Stability Stickiness
Posted by 567korn
2020-07-03
Ingredient Properties, Formulation, and Compatibility Questions

1. Which of the following ingredients are sticky? 1.1 4MSK 1.2 Ethyl Ascorbic acid 1.3 Tranexamic Acid 1.4 Ectoine 1.5 Willow Bark Extract 1.6 Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Compatibility Emulsifier Stickiness Texture Modification
Posted by rachoyu
2020-07-03
Crystallization in Salicylic Acid & Glycolic Acid Mixture After Refrigeration

I mixed Encapsulated salicylic acid (liquid, time-Release, wash-off) 3%, glycolic acid 5%, and water 92%. I stored the mixture in a clear bottle in the refrigerator for one...

Cosmetics Crystallization Encapsulation Solubility Stability Storage Conditions
Posted by k.skincare8960
2020-07-02
Review of Silicone-Free W/O Sunscreen BB/Cushion Foundation Formula

Please review my proposed formula for a silicone-free physical sunscreen BB/cushion foundation with SPF50 PA++++ and waterproof properties, aiming for a light, easy-to-spread...

Cosmetics High Powder Content Silicone-Free Sunscreen Formulation Texture Water-in-Oil
Posted by curinnn
2020-07-02
Formulating a Comprehensive Physical Sun Serum

Is it possible to create a 100% physical sun serum with SPF50, PA+++, protection against visible light and infrared, a fast-absorbing, non-greasy serum texture, suitable for...

Cosmetics Non-sticky Texture Physical UV Filter Sensitive Skin Serum Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by sinawarat97
2020-07-02
Formulating Grey Hair Coverage Shampoo with Specific Ingredients

Hello, I would like to ask about grey hair coverage shampoo. Can I use SemiColor - Wood Black, ColorFix™ (helps hair color adhere better), N70, Coco Betaine, Cocamide DEA, and...

Cosmetics Compatibility Semi-Permanent Color Shampoo Usage Percentage White Hair Coverage
Posted by nuttawoot.percy
2020-07-02
Dispersion and Mixing of Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Powder

Can...

Cosmetics Cream Dispersion Gel Mixing Procedure Powder
Posted by aaribabar
2020-07-02
Using Snail Resin with Glycerin Base for Stretchy Texture

Can Snail Resin...

Cosmetics Gel Mixing Procedure Serum Solubility Stretchy Texture
Posted by a.navakitwong
2020-07-01
Developing Clear Oil Gel with Alternative Oils and Gellants

Hello, I would like to consult about ingredients used in oil formulas. In the formula I have attached, Sucrose Stearate and Sucrose Palmitate are used. I would like to know if...

Cosmetics Clarity Ingredient Alternatives Oil Gel Oil Gellant
Posted by lab.forest28
2020-07-01
Clear Mosquito Repellent Spray using Flora Solve Clear

I would like to ask about Flora Solve™ Clear (for mixing fragrance in colorless water). We want to make a mosquito repellent spray with the following ingredients: 1. Ethyl...

Cosmetics Clarity Mosquito Repellency Solubilizer Spray Turbidity
Posted by bt.herbal2016
2020-06-30
Solubility of Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) in Oil and Oil Gel

Can Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 20%) be dissolved directly in natural oils or Fractionated Coconut Oil Gel?

Cosmetics Ingredient Alternatives Mixing Procedure Oil Oil Gel Solubility
Posted by aaribabar
2020-06-30
Simple Sleeping Mask Formulation & Ingredient Compatibility

I want to make a simple sleeping mask formulation that doesn't require a blender. I plan to include Cholesterol, Ceramide, and Squalane. Can you recommend a gelling agent that...

Cosmetics Compatibility Gel Ingredient Interaction Mixing Procedure Thickener
Posted by h.naphat1
2020-06-30
Adding Antioxidant (Protec OX) to Skin Oil Formulation with Vitamin C Derivative

I am formulating a skin nourishing oil with approximately 40% natural oils, Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate), Mild Preserved Eco™ (1%), and Protec™ UV. Is it necessary...

Cosmetics Antioxidant Body Oil Formula UV Protection Oxidation Stability
Posted by aaribabar
2020-06-29
Using Deodorized Cocoa Butter in Lip Balm

Can...

Cosmetics Compatibility Lip Balm Texture Usage Percentage
Posted by seriouslyhobby
2020-06-29
Underarm Whitening and Odor Control Cream for Roll-on Sensitivity

I am sensitive to roll-on deodorants and am looking for an underarm cream that offers both skin whitening and odor control. What ingredients are suitable for formulating such a cream?

Cosmetics Cream Deodorizing Sensitive Skin Skin Brightening
Posted by indyoyster
2020-06-29
Improving Water-Based Sunscreen Formula with PMMA Booster: Addressing Dryness and Pore Settling

I have formulated a water-based sunscreen using `PMMA Booster (SPF/Color Booster)` at 4% and achieved an SPF of 51. However, after testing, I've noticed the following issues: *...

Cosmetics Pore Blurring Skin Dryness Sunscreen Formulation Texture Modification Water-based Formulation
Posted by jitrada.nant
2020-06-29