Natural Powder Deodorant Formulation

Here are the answers to your questions based on the information available:

1. Do you produce powder type cosmetics?
   We do not offer production services for powder type cosmetics.

2. Advice on calcining alum and menthol or methods to grind them as fine as powder.
   To grind alum and menthol to a fineness comparable to body powder, a fine powder grinder is recommended. However, please note that alum is very hard, and the grinding equipment may require special care.

3. Which type of alum is best for deodorant?
   We do not have specific information regarding which type of alum (e.g., Ammonium alum or Potassium alum) is best suited for deodorant applications.

4. Powder ingredients for underarm whitening that are natural extracts. Which ingredients are suitable?
   While many powder whitening ingredients exist, most are not direct natural extracts. If you are looking for natural extracts in powder form for underarm whitening, consider the following:

   • Pure-Glabridin™ Licorice Extract (Glabridin 90%): This is a widely recognized natural extract from Licorice with proven whitening and anti-irritation effects. It is available as a white powder. Please note that it is a high-cost ingredient.
   • SclareoWhite™ (Sclareolide, Pure): Extracted from the roots of the Clary sage plant, Sclareolide has shown good skin whitening effects, particularly on skin darkened by UV light. It is a white/light colored powder.
   • GlyciWhite™: This ingredient in powder form has been found to effectively counteract the skin's melanin production process and is gentle on the skin.
   • Pearl Powder: Obtained from grinding pearls, this natural powder contains amino acids and nutrients that can help brighten and even skin tone, reducing the appearance of dark spots. It also offers anti-aging, moisturizing, soothing, and gentle exfoliating benefits.

5. If adding Star Anise Extract (Illicium verum) will it increase the efficacy of the deodorant?
   Yes, adding Star Anise Extract can help to increase the efficacy in controlling body odor.