Formulation Feedback

Thank you for sharing your formulation based on Pure Aloe Vera Gel and your selected active ingredients. This combination targets several skin concerns, including whitening, moisturization, anti-acne, and anti-oxidation.

Your selection of active ingredients like GlucoBright™, MSH White Absorb™, Ceramide (CeraTouch™), Beta Glucan, Nano Silver Pure™, Coenzyme Q10 Extra, AminoSilk™, and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin) at the specified percentages generally aligns with recommended usage rates for their respective benefits.

However, as the staff reply correctly pointed out, a primary limitation of using a gel base like Pure Aloe Vera Gel is its ability to provide sufficient moisturization, especially for dry skin. Gel bases are predominantly water-based and lack the occlusive properties of creams, which are more effective at preventing transepidermal water loss and supporting the skin barrier.

Furthermore, several of the active ingredients you've chosen, such as MSH White Absorb™, Coenzyme Q10 Extra, and AminoSilk™, are oil-soluble or perform best when incorporated into an oil phase. Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin) also requires both oil and water components for optimal function and penetration enhancement. Effectively incorporating these into a purely water-based gel can be challenging and may impact the stability, texture, and overall efficacy of the final product. For instance, Ceramide (CeraTouch™) is noted to work best when combined with Cholesterol and Phospholipid, which are typically better integrated into a cream base.

Recommendations:

1. For Dry Skin: If your target skin type is dry, we strongly recommend transitioning to a cream base. A cream formulation provides the necessary lipid structure to support the skin barrier and allows for better incorporation and delivery of oil-soluble and lipid-requiring ingredients like MSH White Absorb™, Coenzyme Q10 Extra, AminoSilk™, Ceramide (CeraTouch™), and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin), especially when combined with Cholesterol.
2. Ingredient Compatibility: When formulating with a cream base, ensure proper emulsification to effectively blend the water-soluble and oil-soluble components. Follow the specific mixing instructions for each ingredient, paying close attention to temperature requirements, particularly for Ceramide (CeraTouch™), MSH White Absorb™, Coenzyme Q10 Extra, and Phospholipid (Hydrogenated Lecithin).
3. Alternative Bases: If you prefer a gel-like texture but need more moisturization than Pure Aloe Vera Gel (ID 80) provides, you might consider Aloe Vera Gel (Heavy) (ID 188) or exploring gel-cream bases that can accommodate a small oil phase.
4. Alternative Ingredients: Consider alternative forms of ingredients if compatibility with a gel base is a major concern. For example, a water-soluble Coenzyme Q10 (ID 8006) might be easier to incorporate into a gel than the oil-soluble Coenzyme Q10 Extra (ID 483). Similarly, explore different forms of Nano Silver if needed (e.g., ID 872, 7432, 8135, 9275).

In summary, while your ingredient selection is promising, the gel base presents limitations for achieving optimal moisturization for dry skin and effectively incorporating several key ingredients. Moving to a cream base, as suggested by the staff, would likely yield better results for a comprehensive moisturizing and active-rich formulation.