Combining Whitening Ingredients: Azelaic Acid, Resorcinol, MSH White, Safe-B3, GlucoBright
Question
I have a skincare formula containing Activated Resorcinol. I would like to know if I can add Azelaic Acid and MSH White to this formula. Are these combinations compatible, and will they cause skin irritation? What are the recommended usage percentages, and are there alternative ingredients like Safe-B3 and GlucoBright that would be more suitable for whitening and skin nourishment?
Answer
Based on the expert's feedback, adding Azelaic Acid to your current formula which already contains Activated Resorcinol is not recommended. Both ingredients can cause skin irritation, and combining them may significantly increase this risk.
However, adding MSH White is considered acceptable.
The expert suggests considering Safe-B3 (Vitamin B3 / Niacinamide) at 5% and GlucoBright (N-Acetyl Glucosamine) at 2-4% as alternative whitening and skin-nourishing ingredients. These alternatives may provide similar benefits with less potential for irritation when combined with your existing formula.
In summary:
- Avoid adding Azelaic Acid due to potential irritation with Activated Resorcinol.
- Adding MSH White is okay.
- Consider the suggested alternatives: Safe-B3 and GlucoBright.
Related Products Mentioned
Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide)
GlucoBright™ (Acetyl Glucosamine)
