Combining Activated Resorcinol, Sea Kelp, Matrixyl 3000 in Gel for Oily, Sensitive Skin

Yes, the three ingredients you mentioned – Activated Resorcinol, Sea Kelp Extract, and Matrixyl 3000 – can be combined in a single formula. A gel texture is also suitable for this combination.

For creating a gel texture, you can use a gel maker like Pro Polymer or Pro Polymer Silk. Pro Polymer Silk offers a soft and smooth feel, which might be preferable.

Considering your skin type (oily, dehydrated, sensitive) and goals (brightening, healthy skin, early anti-aging, gel texture), incorporating ingredients that balance oiliness and provide hydration while addressing sensitivity and early signs of aging is key.

The ingredients you initially selected are beneficial:

• Activated Resorcinol is effective for skin brightening. Note that it needs to be dissolved in a solvent like Ethoxydiglycol before incorporating into the formula.
• Sea Kelp Extract is excellent for moisturizing and nourishing the skin, helping to balance hydration. It also has antioxidant properties and can help sensitive skin become stronger.
• Matrixyl 3000 is a peptide that stimulates collagen synthesis, which is great for early anti-aging and improving skin elasticity.

To further address your specific skin concerns (oily, dehydrated, sensitive), consider adding ingredients recommended for balancing the skin:

• Safe-B3 (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide) helps reduce oiliness, minimize redness, improve skin barrier function, and has anti-aging benefits.
• Pure MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) can help control oil production and has anti-inflammatory properties, which is good for sensitive skin.
• Licorice Extract is known for its ability to reduce inflammation, redness, and irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin. It can also help control oiliness.
• Zinc PCA is effective in reducing skin oiliness and promoting wound healing, beneficial for acne-prone oily skin.
• Rice Vitamin (Inositol, Vitamin B8) helps balance skin moisture, suitable for both oily and dry areas.

By combining your selected ingredients with those that help balance oily and sensitive skin, you can create a comprehensive gel formula targeting brightening, hydration, oil control, reduced sensitivity, and early anti-aging.