Formulation Assessment for Glowing and Plump Skin

Based on the ingredients you've listed, this formulation can generally be mixed to create a product aimed at achieving glowing and plump skin. The combination includes several ingredients known for these benefits.

• For Glowing Skin: Alpha Arbutin is included at the recommended rate (2%), which is effective for brightening and evening out skin tone.
• For Plump Skin: Super-HYA™ and Panthenol are excellent humectants that draw moisture into the skin, contributing to a plump appearance. Jojoba Oil also helps by providing moisture and supporting the skin barrier. DMAE can help firm the skin, which can also make it appear plumper.

Ingredient Compatibility and Mixing Notes

Most of the ingredients are compatible with the Cica Sleeping Mask Base. However, here are a few important considerations for mixing:

• Alpha Arbutin: Ensure the final mixture's pH is between 3.5 and 6.5. Mix Alpha Arbutin into the base when the temperature is below 30°C.
• Pure-TECA™: This ingredient is not water or oil soluble. It is best dissolved in a glycol (like Butylene Glycol or Propylene Glycol) with gentle heating (70-80°C) before adding to the base. If you cannot pre-dissolve it, ensure it is extremely well dispersed in the base to avoid a gritty texture.
• DMAE (SkinTight MD™): Mix this ingredient in the final step when the temperature is below 40°C. While 3% is a recommended usage rate, DMAE can cause irritation, especially on sensitive skin. It is highly recommended to perform a patch test before applying the full product to your face.
• Jojoba Oil: The Cica Sleeping Mask Base is designed to incorporate oils; 5% Jojoba Oil should mix in well.

Ingredients to Add or Remove

The current formulation is well-rounded for your stated goals. You have included key ingredients for brightening (Alpha Arbutin), hydration/plumping (Super-HYA™, Panthenol, Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil), soothing/repair (Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel + Allantoin, Pure-TECA™), and firming (DMAE). Vitamin E TPGS provides antioxidant benefits.

No ingredients necessarily need to be removed unless you experience irritation from DMAE. If irritation occurs, you could try reducing the DMAE concentration or removing it.

For enhanced benefits, you could consider adding Niacinamide, which complements Alpha Arbutin for brightening and helps with pores and skin barrier function. However, the current formula is already quite comprehensive.

Overall, this formulation is suitable for your goals, provided you follow the mixing instructions carefully, particularly regarding Alpha Arbutin pH/temperature, Pure-TECA™ dispersion, and DMAE mixing temperature and potential irritation.