Formulating Toner and Gel for Acne, Clogged Pores, and Oily/Dehydrated Skin

Hello! Thank you for reaching out with your detailed skin concerns and proposed formula.

You have oily, dehydrated skin with clogged pores, occasional inflammation, uneven skin tone, large pores, and acne scars. You were previously treated for acne at a clinic.

Based on your skin condition, the expert suggested a two-step approach to address the issues systematically, focusing on clearing clogged pores and balancing your skin's oil and hydration levels first. Whitening and scar treatment can be focused on more intensely once your skin is stable.

Here are the recommended formulas:

Step 1: BHA Toner for Clogged Pores
Apply thinly all over the face before bed, focusing on areas with many clogged pores. This helps to gently exfoliate and clear pores.

• Salicylic Acid EZ™ (Water soluble) - 10%
• Pro Polymer - 0.5%
• Water - 89.5%
  (Total: 100%)

Step 2: Treatment Gel
Apply morning and evening. This gel is designed to control oil, provide hydration to address dehydration, strengthen the skin barrier, and help with inflammation and uneven skin tone.

• Licorice Extract - 1%
• Zinc PCA - 1%
• AcneBee - 5%
• Pro Polymer - 2%
• Phenoxyethanol - 1%
• MSM - 5%
• L-Carnitine - 3%
• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) - 5%
• BioSulphur - 1%
• Water - 76%
  (Total: 100%)

Regarding your questions:

• Can I use the formula you proposed? The expert recommended the two formulas above instead, as they are specifically tailored to address your current primary concerns (acne, clogged pores, oiliness, dehydration) in a focused way.
• What should be removed or added? The formulas above are the expert's suggestions, which remove some ingredients from your list (like Azelaic Acid, Alpha Arbutin, Tea Tree Oil, Witch Hazel) and add others (Zinc PCA, AcneBee, BioSulphur) to target your specific issues.
• How much water should be added? The water percentages for the recommended formulas are calculated above (89.5% for the toner, 76% for the gel).
• What should be added for acne scars? The Treatment Gel already contains Vitamin B3 and Licorice Extract, which help with uneven skin tone and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (acne scars). More intensive scar treatments can be considered later once your acne and skin balance improve.
• Can I add Repair Activator, Aloe Vera, Calendula later or now? It's best to start with the recommended two-step routine first to stabilize your skin. You can consider adding these ingredients later once your skin condition improves, or potentially incorporate them carefully into the gel formula by adjusting water percentage, but starting simple is often more effective for identifying what works.
• How to order and pay? You can order the ingredients from the website. Please add the desired products to your cart. The website will guide you through the checkout process, including calculating the total cost and providing payment options. You can find detailed instructions on ordering and payment in the "How to Order" or "Payment Methods" sections of the website.

We hope this recommended routine helps improve your skin condition.