Recommended Usage for Formulation Ingredients

Based on the available product information, here are the recommended uses and usage rates for the ingredients found:

• Polyvinylpyrrolidone K17 (PVP-K17):

  • Suitable for liquid styling formulas (e.g., sprays) for natural hold.
  • Used as a tablet binder to make pills strong.
  • Can be dissolved in water up to 20%.

• Polyvinylpyrrolidone K30 (PVP-K30):

  • Suitable for liquid styling formulas (e.g., sprays) for natural hold.
  • Used as a tablet binder to make pills strong.
  • Can be dissolved in water up to 20%.

• Polyvinylpyrrolidone K90 (PVP-K90, granule):

  • Ideal for powder styling products or face masks.
  • Suitable for thick gels, creams, or waxes for strong, long-lasting hold.
  • Used as a tablet binder.
  • Can be dissolved in water up to 20%.
  • Different levels of PVP are often used together in formulations.

• VP/VA Copolymer (60/40, Powder):

  • Used in styling formulas (gels, mousses, creams, lotions, sprays) to create a film hold.
  • Provides a standard hold balance.
  • Recommended usage rate: 3-5% in gel, cream, mousse, or styling lotion.
  • Soluble in water.

Specific product information and recommended usage rates for the following ingredients were not found in the database:

• Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (PVPP, Crospovidone)
• Sodium Starch Glycolate (CMS-Na)
• Microcrystalline Cellulose (PH102, 100micron, Direct Compression Tableting)
• Microcrystalline Cellulose (PH101, 50micron, Direct Compression Tableting)
• Soluble Starch For Tablet Granulation (Modified Corn Starch)

Please note that recommended usage rates can vary depending on the specific application and desired performance. It is always advisable to perform stability and efficacy testing for your specific formulation.