Adding Acetyl Glucosamine to Salicylic Acid Gel Formula for Skin Brightening

Question

I have the following gel formula:1. Water 81%2. Salicylic Acid EZ™ 10% (equivalent to Active Salicylic Acid 2%)3. Vitamin B5 3% (for skin hydration and reducing irritation from Salicylic Acid)4. Vitamin B3 5% (for strengthening skin, reducing skin oiliness, reducing sebum production)5. Pro Polymer 1% (to create gel texture)In this formula, can I add Acetyl glucosamine to work with Vitamin B3 for skin brightening?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Yes, you can add Acetyl Glucosamine to this formula.

Acetyl Glucosamine and Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) are known to work synergistically to improve skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation, contributing to skin brightening. Adding Acetyl Glucosamine is compatible with the other ingredients in your proposed gel formulation, including Salicylic Acid, Vitamin B5, and Pro Polymer.

This combination can help enhance the brightening effects of the formula while also providing other benefits like hydration (from Acetyl Glucosamine and Vitamin B5) and exfoliation (from Salicylic Acid).