Formula Review and Recommendations

Thank you for sharing your formulas and the staff's feedback. Here is a summary based on the information provided:

BHA Toner Plus Vitamin Formula

The staff recommended adjusting your BHA Toner formula to a gel consistency to prevent the precipitation of Salicylic Acid. The suggested revised formula is:

• Salicylic Acid EZ™ (Water-soluble type): 10%
• DI Water: 82%
• Vitamin B3: 5%
• Vitamin B5: 2%
• Pro Polymer: 1%

This adjustment helps ensure the stability and effectiveness of the Salicylic Acid in the toner.

Proposed Water Essence Formula

Regarding your proposed water essence formula for anti-aging, nourishing, whitening, and acne reduction, the staff advised that this formula, while mixable, is not suitable for your skin type, which is characterized by excessive oiliness, large pores, acne, and sensitivity.

The reason is that the formula includes several moisturizing ingredients (such as Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Double Hyaluron Liquid, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B3, and GlucoBright™) which would add more moisture to already oily skin.

For your skin concerns (excessive oiliness, large pores, acne), the staff recommended focusing on ingredients that help balance oil production rather than adding more moisture. Examples of oil-balancing ingredients mentioned are:

• Zinc PCA
• Licorice Extract
• L-Carnitine
• Safe-B3 (Vitamin B3)

These ingredients can help control excess oil without drying out the skin, which is more appropriate for your skin condition.

Therefore, you may want to reconsider the ingredients in your proposed water essence formula and incorporate oil-balancing actives as suggested by the staff to better address your specific skin concerns.