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I want to make a 15% Vitamin C serum using the following ingredients: * Vitamin C Ultra fine * Vitamin E * Phenoxyethanol * Ethyleneglycol * Buthylene glycol * Purified Water Could you please provide the recommended percentages for each ingredient and the step-by-step procedure for dissolving and mixing them?
I would like to know the required percentage of Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide to achieve SPF 50.
How is the percentage calculation for adding ingredients in a formulation done?
I want to create a serum for reducing hair loss and promoting new hair growth. I would like the serum to have a non-sticky, fast-absorbing texture when applied. My preliminary formula is as follows: 1. Sandal Pentanol (Sandalore) 5% 2. Biotin Express™ 1% 3. Benzophenone-4 1% 4. Phenoxyethanol 1% 5. Ethyl Alcohol 20% 6. N-Acetyl Cysteine 1% 7. Fragrance 1% 8. Purified Water q.s. to 100% I need advice from the staff on: 1. What should I add to achieve a non-sticky, fast-absorbing serum texture? 2. What should I use to help the ingredients blend well? 3. The mixing procedure.
How to neutralize Aculyn 33 with TEA? What are the steps and the required amounts of Aculyn 33, TEA, and water when using Aculyn 33 as a thickener in a detergent formulation with high solvent content and a pH of 9?
I would like to inquire about ingredients for sunscreen formulations and colors for foundation formulations. I am interested in developing sunscreen and foundation formulas in various shades, focusing on gentle ingredients, without alcohol, silicone, or ingredients that cause acne and clogged pores. Currently, I have developed a sunscreen formula using `Tris-Biphenyl Triazine` as the sunscreen agent, included at 10% in the formula. However, when applied to the skin, it is slightly difficult to spread and not very smooth. What ingredients can I use to adjust this? I also plan to develop foundation in various shades. I have looked on the website but cannot decide which colors or types of color to use. Could you please advise on the colors to use for developing foundation formulas? Thank you.
I used Reed Diffuser Base type 1 and mixed it with fragrance oil, but the mixture separated. How can I fix this issue?
I would like to know which emulsifiers or solubilizers can combine L-ascorbic acid with dl-alpha-tocopherol to create a clear serum.
I am interested in **Diglucosyl Gallic Acid** because it is an interesting ingredient with various mechanisms of action. Will this ingredient be available for sale in the future?
I am making a water-based pomade using a MySkinRecipes formula, which is initially clear. I would like to add color and fragrance to it, similar to commercial products that have various scents and colors. Could you please advise on the following: 1. What type of color can be used, and at which step in the formulation process should it be added? 2. What type of fragrance oil is suitable, and how should it be incorporated into the formulation?
I would like to know if the following equipment is available for purchase here: 1. A pH meter (for mixing cream myself and needing to measure the pH of the cream). 2. Equipment for measuring volume in milliliters. Thank you.
I would like to know the differences between Beta Glucan and prebiotics like Alpha Glucan, besides molecular size. What are the differences in terms of effectiveness and other aspects? Should they be used together or separately? Which one do you recommend using? Thank you.
I have dry skin with wrinkles and dark spots from acne. I have created a formulation with the following ingredients: * Hyaluronic Acid Elastomer: 5% * Acetyl Hexapeptide-8: 5% * Matrixyl 3000: 5% * Vitamin C Ethyl Ether: 3% * Tris Biphenyl Triazine (nano): 10% * Mild Preserved Eco: 1% * Light Cream Maker: 1.5% * Panthenol: 1% * Disodium EDTA: 0.2% * Purified Water: 68.3% I have the following questions regarding this formulation: 1. Are the ingredients compatible? 2. Which ingredients should be reduced or increased? 3. What is the recommended mixing procedure? Thank you.
Regarding cream made with Butter Cream Maker, I observed that 1,2-Hexanediol and Soy Extract caused the cream texture to become thinner. I would like to inquire if using Isopentyldiol and Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) will also cause the cream made with Butter Cream Maker to become thinner?
Is Ammonium Lactate an electrolyte? What are its properties and uses in skincare formulations, particularly as a humectant for dry skin?
Can Macadamia Nut Oil (Deodorized) and Jojoba Oil (Golden - Deodorized) be heated during the production process, such as for extracting herbs? The product description mentions avoiding heat and sunlight, so I am unsure if heat can be used in the manufacturing process.
Does Dowanol PNB have a strong smell? Compared to Dowanol DPM, is the smell of PNB weaker or stronger?
I have two questions: 1. Regarding mixing a solution containing 35% water and 50% water-soluble liquid extract with 15% oil, can this mixture be blended into a homogeneous consistency? 2. Could you please recommend a colorant for cream (which may be mixed with foundation) that only colors the cream itself and does not transfer color to the skin when applied? I want the cream to have the desired color without affecting the color of the foundation mixed into it.
Regarding the company's water-soluble colors: If I want to use them to make a cream very dark, will the color stain the skin when applied? Will the color transfer?
I have a liquid body wash formula with the following ingredients and percentages: * Water 64.75% * Creamy Foamer 13% * Coco Glucoside 5% * Glycerin 3% * Tween20 3% * Fragrance 0.75% * Phenoxyethanol SA 0.5% * Cocamidopropyl Betaine 6% * sugar thick 2% * Nature Betain 2% Could you please provide recommendations on how to adjust this formula? What should be added or removed?
