AHA Body Scrub Formulation for Dark, Rough Areas

Hello, We have reviewed the formulas you inquired about and provide recommendations based on our discussion:

1. Serum/Toner Formula (Combined from original formulas 1, 2, and 4)

For your oily skin with large pores, dark/red marks, and occasional dehydration, we recommend combining ingredients from formulas 1, 2, and 4 to achieve comprehensive results and allow for continuous use.

Recommended Formula (for oily skin):

• Witch Hazel (Distilled - Alcohol Free) 20%
• Tranexamic Acid (China) 3%
• Reservoir-Tech 3%
• Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A) 0.5%
• Allantoin 0.3% (Adjusted down from 0.5% as it should not exceed 0.5% of the water phase)
• Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide) 5%
• GlucoBright 4%
• Preservative (Mild Preserved Eco™) 1%
• Gel Maker (Pro Polymer™ or AnyGel) 1%
• Water to 100%

Ingredients removed:

• Aloe Vera Extract (10:1 FullAssay™) (Removed due to oily skin)
• Double Hyaluron Liquid (Removed due to oily skin)

This formula will help with pore tightening, skin brightening, reducing dark/red marks, and providing hydration for dehydrated oily skin.

Note: This formula is not suitable for your mother's very dry skin, as it avoids heavy moisturizing ingredients which are necessary for dry skin.

2. Body Scrub Formula (Original formula 3)

For the body scrub formula you want to make into a cream texture for use on rough, dark areas like knees and ankles before showering, the ingredients you selected can be used. However, a slight adjustment to the thickener is needed to accommodate the acidity of the AHA.

Recommended Formula (for body scrub):

• Glycolic Acid (AHA) 100% Powder 10%
• Apricot Scrub (Large size) 15%
• AnyGel 2% (Changed from Light Cream Maker™ because AnyGel is more acid-tolerant)
• Water to 100%

Ingredient removed:

• Preservative (Mild Preserved Eco™) 1% (Removed because 10% Glycolic Acid acts as a preservative)

You can adjust the amount of AnyGel to achieve your desired thickness of the scrub. This formula is highly concentrated and suitable for use on body areas requiring special exfoliation; it should not be used on the face.

We hope this information is helpful. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.