Cleansing Oil Formulation for Sensitive, Acne-Prone Skin

Creating a cleansing oil tailored for sensitive and acne-prone skin with specific properties like a warming feel, easy rinsing, moisturizing, deep cleansing, anti-inflammatory effects, and scar reduction requires careful ingredient selection.

A standard approach to creating a cleansing oil involves using an emulsifier like Oilsify 15, which allows the oil to effectively dissolve makeup and impurities and then rinse cleanly with water.

You asked about replacing LipidSoft™ Palm with Avocado Oil in a formula. This is possible. Avocado Oil (Refined) is rich in beneficial fatty acids and vitamins and is known for its moisturizing properties and potential to help with scars. However, compared to stable synthetic esters like LipidSoft™ Palm or mineral oil, natural oils like Avocado Oil are more prone to oxidation over time, which can lead to rancidity. Also, while Avocado Oil is generally well-tolerated, its suitability for acne-prone skin can vary depending on the individual and the specific oil's comedogenicity rating. LipidSoft™ Palm itself is noted as potentially clogging pores for some skin types if used at high concentrations, making it less ideal for acne-prone skin. For acne-prone skin, using non-comedogenic oils is crucial.

Regarding adding Royal Jelly and natural extracts for benefits like anti-inflammation, acne reduction, scar reduction, and gentle exfoliation: Ingredients like Royal Jelly and many natural extracts are often water-soluble. Incorporating water-soluble ingredients into an oil-based formula is challenging and can affect stability. Furthermore, in a wash-off product like a cleansing oil, the contact time on the skin is very brief. Active ingredients intended for treatment effects like reducing inflammation, acne, or scars, or providing exfoliation, are generally much more effective when used in leave-on products (like serums or creams) where they have sufficient time to penetrate the skin and exert their effects. Adding them to a cleansing oil may not provide significant benefits and could potentially destabilize the formulation.

Achieving a noticeable "warming oil" sensation in a simple oil-based cleansing formula is also difficult and typically requires specific ingredients and formulation techniques that are not easily achieved with basic oil and emulsifier blends.

Suggested Formula Structure (General Guidance):

Based on the Oilsify 15 example and considering your skin type, a basic cleansing oil formula structure would be:

• Oilsify 15: 10-20% (The example uses 15%)
• Base Oil(s): 79.8 - 89.8% (Choose stable, non-comedogenic oils suitable for acne-prone skin)
• Preservative (e.g., Phenoxyethanol): 0.2%

If you wish to use Avocado Oil (Refined), you could use it as part or all of the "Base Oil(s)" percentage, but be mindful of its stability and potential comedogenicity for your skin. A blend of a stable synthetic ester or light mineral oil with a smaller percentage of Avocado Oil might be a better approach for stability and feel.

Mixing Process:

Simply combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly until homogenous.

For achieving the benefits of anti-inflammation, acne reduction, scar reduction, and gentle exfoliation, it is highly recommended to use leave-on products specifically formulated with effective active ingredients for these concerns after cleansing.

Products mentioned: Oilsify 15, Avocado Oil (Refined), LipidSoft™ Palm.