[shawnhebert]

Hi Mark

The HLB of my oil phase is 8.5. 

Experimenting is the fun part, so I have no problems tinkering with the formulation.  My concern was that would the experimenting be a waste of time if this particular emulsifier didn’t remain stable if using less then the 8% I keep seeing in every example formulation.

I didn’t even think of contacting the supplier to see if they have any recommendations, so thanks for that advice.

[shawnhebert]

I’d love to hear any insights on this ingredient.  Years ago I worked for a company whos ‘claim to fame’ was cellular technology, claiming to use active skin cells in their product.  Not seeing skin cells in the ingredients list, I ask about it and was told it was the glycosaminoglycans.  Now, I’m no genius, but it’s not hard to figure out that GAGs are not skin cells, so I’ve always been curious as to what benefits they would offer in a cream.

[shawnhebert]

Hi Everyone

My name is Shawn and I’ve been in the cosmetics industry for 17 years.  I’m currently in the process of developing products with the intention of starting my own skincare line.  I’ve found the Cosmetics Corner to be immensely helpful, and look forward to all the new discussions.