Formulation Advice for Aloe Vera Gel Base

Here is the information regarding your questions about formulating with Activated Resorcinol, Lemon Peel, B3, and Glucobright in an Aloe Vera gel base.

Activated Resorcinol Solubility

Activated Resorcinol is oil-soluble. It will not dissolve directly in a water-based product like Aloe Vera Gel. You need to first dissolve the Activated Resorcinol in a small amount of oil or an emollient, such as LipidSoft, before incorporating this oil phase into your Aloe Vera gel base. Other oils like olive oil can also be used.

Formulation Quantities and Mixing Method (for 120g base)

Determining the exact amount of each ingredient (Lemon Peel, Activated Resorcinol, B3, Glucobright) depends on the desired percentage of each active in your final 120g formulation. It is recommended to refer to guides on calculating ingredient percentages to determine the precise weight for each component based on your target concentration.

Important Safety Precaution: If you have not used Activated Resorcinol before, it is highly advisable to start with a very small test batch, perhaps around 50g total, to check for any skin sensitivity or allergic reactions before preparing the full 120g amount. Activated Resorcinol can cause irritation in some individuals.

General Mixing Method:

1. Oil Phase: Dissolve the Activated Resorcinol in a small amount of your chosen oil or emollient (e.g., LipidSoft).
2. Water Phase: In a separate container, combine the 120g of Aloe Vera Gel with the Lemon Peel, B3 (Safe-B3™), and Glucobright (GlucoBright™). Mix thoroughly until all powdered ingredients are fully dissolved or dispersed.
3. Combine Phases: Slowly add the oil phase containing the dissolved Activated Resorcinol into the water phase (Aloe Vera Gel mixture) while continuously stirring or blending to ensure the oil droplets are evenly dispersed throughout the gel.

B3 + Glucobright vs. Nanowhite

Based on the shared experience, the combination of Vitamin B3 (Safe-B3™) and Glucobright (GlucoBright™) is preferred over Nanowhite. This is because the B3 + Glucobright combination is believed to not only help with skin brightening but also contribute to strengthening the skin. Additionally, it is noted to be more cost-effective compared to Nanowhite, which was perceived as less effective and primarily focused on whitening.