Adjusting Gel Formula for Less Stickiness and Faster Absorption

Question

I have a gel formula and would like to adjust it to be less sticky and absorb faster, ideally within 1 minute. I am using Glycerin and Safe-B3 (Niacinamide) in the formula. What adjustments should I make to achieve a non-sticky, fast-absorbing texture? I understand that the concentration of Safe-B3 can be increased up to 5% without causing stickiness, and the other ingredients in my proposed percentages should work together without conflict.

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Based on the staff's advice, the formula you provided can be adjusted to achieve a less sticky and faster-absorbing gel.

Here's a summary of the feedback:

Glycerin: The staff recommended removing Glycerin. Glycerin is a humectant and can contribute to a sticky feel and slower absorption, which goes against your goal of a non-sticky, fast-absorbing gel. Removing it should help achieve the desired texture and absorption speed (within 1 minute).
Safe-B3 (Niacinamide): The staff mentioned that you can increase the concentration of Safe-B3 up to 5% without making the gel sticky.

Therefore, to make the gel less sticky and faster absorbing, it is recommended to remove the Glycerin from your formula. The rest of the ingredients in the proposed percentages, along with the potential increase in Safe-B3, should work together without conflicting based on this feedback.