At minimum you need a high-shear mixer or overhead stirrer, a calibrated pH meter, a hot plate with temperature control, and a peristaltic pump for filling. A viscometer is strongly recommended to confirm batch-to-batch consistency. Entry-level bench-top setups run $1,000–$3,000 total. AJ Cosmo Labs connects you with equipment vendors who supply exactly this range.
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