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got ya ) we also use laser-printed stickers that are waterproof but annoying to attach. So I was wondering if there is a better way

in Expiration dating/lot number on plastic Comment by AVisotsky September 26

Cosmetics vs Drugs. By definition, the first group should only clean, refresh, and temporary change appearance, not produce lasting changes. And when it comes to drugs, even with the most "well-researched" if you look closer, you often see bias in h…

in Do you think there is a problem with cosmetic research? Comment by AVisotsky September 24

Thanks, @Pharma! Well, it is a moisturizer and it does give a bit of a viscosity boost IMHO, but then I haven't seen how it feels without it, perhaps the difference is negligible.

in Removing glycerin from this formula - any concerns? Comment by AVisotsky September 4

ngarayeva001 ) Tears of virgins couldn't be ethically sourced, though. The website also mentions that they source herbal extracts without preservatives and then pack products aseptically. But how can a rose extract be aseptic unless you distill/boi…

in Mother Dirt shampoo (no preservatives) Comment by AVisotsky August 31

Perry, thank you! This is what I needed

in Capric/caprylic trigyceride VS glycerin - what's the difference Comment by AVisotsky August 19

Awesome, thanks for the idea, I'll add it to the list of instruments to build for the lab

in Stability Test Questions: do you test for UV exposure? Comment by AVisotsky April 24

Thank you!

in Stability Test Questions: do you test for UV exposure? Comment by AVisotsky April 17

Thanks @max

in Stability Test Questions: do you test for UV exposure? Comment by AVisotsky April 16

Very useful, thank you @Perry

in Best online place to find a local formulating chemist partner Comment by AVisotsky April 4

This is a great tip, thanks @Microformulation!

in Best online place to find a local formulating chemist partner Comment by AVisotsky April 4

Thanks, guys, valuable comments, food for thoughts!

in Per Hour (or per day) cosmetic lab rental Comment by AVisotsky April 3

Mostly thinking to approach it similar how commercial kitchens are set up: no materials but basic tools are provided.

in Per Hour (or per day) cosmetic lab rental Comment by AVisotsky April 1

So no takers?

in Per Hour (or per day) cosmetic lab rental Comment by AVisotsky March 29

Dang, sorry guys, yes @belassi it's evening primrose oil.

in USA grown EPO Comment by AVisotsky March 26

The domain name though... ISIS ))

in Online store based in the US sells dangerous cosmetics Comment by AVisotsky March 24

Also, henna works best in acidic pH. But it can stain the skin

in Henna Comment by AVisotsky February 15

@Dr Catherine Pratt I tried this one: https://www.hyperbiotics.com/products/activated-charcoal-probiotic-toothpaste It has no surfactants, but the problem wasn't the lack of foam, it just has no density to it, so it ends up falling through the brist…

in Shampoo without surfactants? What do you think of this formula: Comment by AVisotsky February 15

@Vnnil It's interesting you mentioned this since some users who buy this product mention that they just use conditioner instead of shampoo.

in Shampoo without surfactants? What do you think of this formula: Comment by AVisotsky February 14

Thanks so much!

in Methods of Sanitizing Bottles Comment by AVisotsky February 14

@MarkBroussard you stole the show

in Shampoo without surfactants? What do you think of this formula: Comment by AVisotsky February 13

Got ya. Is spraying bottles with IPA a standard practice?

in Methods of Sanitizing Bottles Comment by AVisotsky February 13

And my weird hobby is writing about urinary tract infections )

in In case you were curious... Comment by AVisotsky January 31

You go, Perry!! Hope to see you live till at least 107 in great health )

in In case you were curious... Comment by AVisotsky January 31

I like educated guesses better than uneducated ) Thank you

in Which combo of surfactants is milder at comparable active matter concentration Comment by AVisotsky January 15

haha ) right, a shower is better. Thanks for comments, folks. Users seem to be very pleased with the product but then again, could be false reviews.

in Deodorant that reduces bacterial growth. How? Comment by AVisotsky December 2018

@Microformulation and @MarkBroussard used Naticide at 0.7 and it passed the challenge test by an independent lab in the UK. Water 93% Just FYI. It has a pretty strong smell but customers find it pleasant so no additional fragrance was used. It is v…

in "Natural" Cosmetic Preservative Systems Comment by AVisotsky December 2018

my contract manufacturer happens to have it in stock and suggested this. It doesn't seem to have any ingredients that we previously discussed

in Please Critique Sensitive Skin Ingredients Comment by AVisotsky November 2018

@Microformulation what do you think about this combo:SODIUM LAUROYL METHYL ISETHIONATE +SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE+SODIUM METHYL OLEYL TAURATE+COCO-CAPRYLATE/ CAPRATE

in Please Critique Sensitive Skin Ingredients Comment by AVisotsky November 2018

You guys are awesome! Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts, this was a very informative discussion for me.

in "pH Balanced" wash-marketing hoax? Comment by AVisotsky October 2018

Shoot! I don't know how I missed decyl glucoside. This is the product; https://www.mooseberry.com/Organic-Baby-Wash-Light-Lavender-p/msc203.htm I actually copy your suggested shpiel word by word when requesting formulas, in fact this is what I send…

in Please Critique Sensitive Skin Ingredients Comment by AVisotsky September 2018

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