Gel Formulation for Oily, Acne-Prone, and Dull Skin

Based on your goal to create a gel for oily, acne-prone skin with dullness, the proposed formula and method are suitable.

Ingredient Benefits:

• Zinc PCA: Helps control oiliness, reduces acne inflammation, and promotes wound healing.
• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide): Addresses acne, reduces oiliness, improves skin tone and dark spots, and strengthens the skin barrier.
• Glucosamine (Acetyl Glucosamine): Works with Vitamin B3 to help with whitening and reducing dark spots. It also aids in gentle exfoliation and can help reduce acne breakouts.
• MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane): Helps control oil production and can provide exfoliating benefits at the concentration used.
• L-Carnitine: Effective in reducing facial oiliness by controlling sebum production and can help accelerate skin cell turnover gently.
• Phenoxyethanol: Acts as a preservative to keep the product stable and safe.
• Organic Natural Thickener (ECOCERT): Provides the gel texture.

Preparation Method:

The method you described is correct:

1. Combine Zinc PCA, Vitamin B3, Glucosamine, MSM, and L-Carnitine with distilled water.
2. Stir until the ingredients are dissolved.
3. Add the Organic Natural Thickener (ECOCERT).
4. Stir quickly, close the container, and shake continuously for 3-5 minutes.
5. Let the mixture set for 20-30 minutes to thicken.
6. Add Phenoxyethanol and stir again until well combined.

Storage:

Storing the finished gel in the refrigerator is a good practice and can help maintain its stability.