Achieving Fast-Absorbing, Dry-Feel Serum Texture
Question
I am trying to formulate a serum that absorbs quickly and leaves a dry feel on the skin. My previous attempt, which included Cyclomethicone 10% and PE-1 Aqua, did not achieve this desired texture, feeling less absorbent. I have water-soluble active ingredients like Vitamin B3 Ultra Low Niacin, Alpha-Arbutin, Syn-Coll, and Copper Peptide.
How can I formulate a serum using these ingredients to achieve a lightweight, fast-absorbing, and dry texture? What base or method would be suitable?
Answer
Okay, I understand you're looking for a serum that absorbs quickly and feels dry on the skin, as your previous attempt didn't achieve the desired texture.
The previous formula you tried, especially with 10% Cyclomethicone and PE-1 Aqua, might have felt less absorbent because Cyclomethicone is a silicone and PE-1 Aqua is an oil-based ingredient, which can make the texture heavier and slower to absorb compared to a primarily water-based serum.
Based on the latest recommendation from the Staff, they suggest trying Silky Serum Base or Silky Serum Base Plus. These bases are designed to create a lightweight, fast-absorbing serum with a silky feel.
The sample formula provided by the Staff, using the water-soluble active ingredients you have, is as follows:
- Silky Serum Base 15%
- Vitamin B3 Ultra Low Niacin 5%
- Alpha-Arbutin 2%
- Syn-Coll 3%
- Copper Peptide 1.5%
- Water Remaining amount
This formula focuses on a water base and uses Silky Serum Base to help create a lightweight and easily absorbed texture, which should be better than the previous formula containing Cyclomethicone and PE-1 Aqua. It should provide the fast absorption and dry feel you are looking for in a serum.
Related Products Mentioned
Pep®-Coll (Palmitoyl tripeptide-5)
Alpha Arbutin (Switzerland)
Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide)
