Anti-Pollution Essence Formulation with Plankton GP4G and Witch Hazel

Asked by: sasi.sasi.poonim On: January 20, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

How to formulate an anti-pollution essence using Plankton GP4G and Witch Hazel? What are the recommended usage rates and mixing instructions for these ingredients?

Answer

Anti-Pollution Essence Formula

This formula combines the pore-tightening benefits of Witch Hazel with the anti-pollution and cell-stimulating properties of Plankton GP4G™.

Key Ingredients:

  • Witch Hazel (Distillate - Alcohol Free, Paraben Free): Acts as an astringent to help tighten pores. Can be used at high concentrations.
  • GP4G EX™ (Plankton Extract, GP4G 200ppm): Helps stimulate skin cells and provides anti-pollution benefits, potentially by forming a protective layer on the skin.

Formulation Guide:

  1. Prepare the water phase of your essence.
  2. Add Witch Hazel (Distillate - Alcohol Free, Paraben Free) to the water phase. It can be used at a rate of 10-100%, with over 50% recommended for toner/essence efficiency.
  3. Add GP4G EX™ (Plankton Extract, GP4G 200ppm) to the mixture. The recommended usage rate is 0.5-5%, with 2% being a common recommendation.
  4. Ensure the temperature of the mixture is below 40°C when adding these ingredients, as they are sensitive to heat.
  5. Mix thoroughly until dissolved.
  6. Add any other desired ingredients (e.g., humectants, preservatives) according to their usage instructions, ensuring compatibility and temperature requirements are met.

This combination provides a base for an essence focused on pore refinement and protection against environmental pollutants.