Formula Review: Texture, Color, and Irritation

Subject: Formula Review Feedback

Thank you for providing your formula. Based on the ingredients and percentages, here is an assessment regarding texture, color, and potential irritation:

• Texture: You mentioned the product is very liquid. This formulation uses a high percentage (68%) of a "Hyaluronic Acid Gel Base". The final texture depends heavily on the specific viscosity of this base and how it interacts with the other ingredients. Many of the added ingredients (like MOIST24, Ethoxydiglycol, and various soluble actives) are liquids or form low-viscosity solutions, which can reduce the overall viscosity of the product. To achieve a thicker serum texture, you might need to:

  • Use a Hyaluronic Acid Gel Base that is inherently more viscous.
  • Or, consider adding a compatible thickener to the formula.

• Color: Based on the ingredients, the product is likely to be clear to very pale yellow. Extracts like Licorice might contribute a slight color, but at 1%, it's usually minimal.

• Irritation: The formula contains Ampho-Glycolic™ (Glycolic Acid) at 3% and Safe-B3 (Niacinamide) at 5%. Glycolic Acid, even in a "Non-Stinging" form, can potentially cause irritation or tingling, especially for sensitive skin or if the pH is low. Niacinamide at 5% is generally well-tolerated and can be soothing, but some individuals might experience temporary flushing or mild irritation. The presence of soothing ingredients like Licorice Extract and various humectants (Hyaluronic Acid base, MOIST24, Amino Acids, Trehalose) helps to mitigate potential irritation. However, individual skin sensitivity varies.