Formulation Check for Whitening Face Cream
Asked by: thaisorn_katay
On: September 18, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I want to make a whitening face cream using the following ingredients and percentages. Is this formulation possible?
- Safe-B3 5%
- n-acetyl glucosamine (GlucoBright™) 4%
- Light Cream Maker™ 1%
- Ethoxydiglycol 1%
- Remaining part: Water
Answer
Yes, the ingredients you listed are suitable for creating a whitening face cream.
- Safe-B3 (Niacinamide) 5% and n-acetyl glucosamine (GlucoBright™) 4% are effective active ingredients commonly used together for skin brightening and reducing dark spots. The concentrations you've chosen are within typical effective ranges.
- Light Cream Maker™ 1% is likely used as an emulsifier or thickener to create the cream texture.
- Ethoxydiglycol 1% acts as a solvent and helps with ingredient penetration.
- Water is the base.
However, for a complete and stable formulation, you would typically need to add:
- A preservative to prevent microbial growth, as the formula contains water.
- A pH adjuster to ensure the final product has a skin-friendly pH (usually between 5.0-6.0).
- You might also consider adding humectants or emollients for better hydration and skin feel, depending on your preference.
The combination of Niacinamide and N-acetyl glucosamine is a well-regarded pairing for whitening effects.
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