Formulating for Moisture and Anti-Irritation: Adding to Hada Labo vs Gel Base

Based on the previous conversation, the staff provided detailed advice on mixing the ingredients you mentioned into Hada Labo and also suggested an alternative approach using a gel base with specific ingredients for your skin concerns (moisture and anti-irritation after washing).

Here is a summary of the information provided:

Regarding mixing into Hada Labo:

• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Can be dissolved in a small amount of water and added to Hada Labo. Use minimal water to avoid diluting the Hada Labo.
• Green Tea Extract: Not recommended as it will significantly darken the color of Hada Labo. If color is not a concern, dissolve in water (can be combined with water for Niacinamide) until fully dissolved before adding to Hada Labo.
• Beta Glucan: More complex to mix as it needs to be dissolved in warm water (70°C) and stirred until fully dissolved before adding to Hada Labo.

The staff also suggested an alternative formulation using a gel base, which is easier to mix and absorbs better than creams or lotions, specifically tailored for moisture and reducing irritation after washing.

Recommended ingredients for moisture and anti-irritation in a gel base:

• Core Ingredients:
  • Niacinamide 4%
  • Allantoin 0.3%
  • Glucosamine 4%
• Additional Moisturizing Ingredients (if more moisture is needed, add one by one):
  • Sodium PCA 2-3%
  • Urea 2%
  • Sodium Lactate 2-3%
  • Ectoin 1-2%

This gel formulation is recommended as a more straightforward way to achieve the desired effects compared to mixing the original ingredients into Hada Labo, especially considering the mixing difficulties with Green Tea Extract and Beta Glucan.