Addressing Dry, Itchy Skin with Aloe Vera Gel Lite and Ceramide Complex

It's understandable that you prefer a non-sticky texture for your moisturizer, especially with dry and itchy skin. The good news is that you can create a custom formulation using the Aloe Vera Gel (Lite) base and Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™) from MySkinRecipes that should help with your dry skin without feeling heavy or sticky.

• Aloe Vera Gel (Lite) is a light, non-sticky base containing Aloe Vera, Vitamin B5, and Allantoin. These ingredients are known for their moisturizing, soothing, and skin-conditioning properties, which are beneficial for dry and sensitive skin. While designed as a base for mixing, its light texture makes it a suitable starting point for a non-greasy moisturizer.
• Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™) is an excellent active ingredient for dry skin. Ceramides are natural lipids found in the skin barrier. Adding Ceramide Complex helps replenish these lipids, strengthening the skin's natural barrier function. A healthy skin barrier is essential for retaining moisture and protecting the skin from external irritants, which can reduce dryness and itching.

Combining these two ingredients can create a moisturizer that provides hydration and barrier support with a light, fast-absorbing feel.

How to Add Ceramide Complex to Aloe Vera Gel Lite

Based on the product information, Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™) should be mixed into the water phase of a formulation. For adding it to the Aloe Vera Gel (Lite) base:

1. Measure the desired amount of Aloe Vera Gel (Lite).
2. Measure the Ceramide Complex (CeraTouch™) according to the recommended usage rate (typically 3-10%). For dry skin, a concentration of 5% or higher is recommended.
3. Mix the Ceramide Complex into a small amount of water (or the water phase if you are creating a more complex formula) and blend until it becomes a milky liquid.
4. Gently stir this milky mixture into the Aloe Vera Gel (Lite) base. Ensure the temperature is below 40°C during mixing.
5. Stir until the mixture is uniform.

This custom blend should effectively moisturize your skin and help repair the skin barrier, addressing the dryness and itching without the heavy feel of traditional creams.

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