Ingredients for Gentle Exfoliation and Hydration

To achieve skin exfoliation without causing dryness while also providing moisture, consider using ingredients that offer gentle exfoliation combined with effective humectants.

Gentle Exfoliating Ingredients

Instead of harsh physical exfoliants or strong acids, opt for gentler options:

• FruitPeel™: This is an extract blend from fruit peels that provides mild exfoliation, helping to renew skin cells naturally. It also contributes to softer, more hydrated skin.
• Malt-Exfo™: A Polyhydroxy acid (PHA), Maltobionic acid offers gentle exfoliation suitable for sensitive skin due to its larger molecular size. It is also a superior humectant, attracting and retaining moisture.
• Bio-S Protease™: A natural enzyme that gently breaks down and removes dead skin cells (keratin) with minimal irritation, leaving the skin soft.

Moisturizing Ingredients

To ensure the skin remains hydrated during and after exfoliation, incorporate humectants:

• Glycerin: A classic humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and smooth. It is versatile and can be used in various cosmetic formulations.
• UltraMild Aquaporin™: Glyceryl Glucoside helps maintain the skin's natural moisture balance by supporting aquaporin channels, improving hydration, elasticity, and smoothness.
• Super-HYA™: Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a modified form of hyaluronic acid that absorbs well into the skin, providing deep and lasting hydration.

Formulation Tips

For a cleansing product like soap, as mentioned by the staff, using a mild soap base is crucial to prevent dryness. Incorporating humectants like Glycerin (at 5-10% as suggested) into the formula can significantly boost the moisturizing effect, counteracting any potential dryness from cleansing or exfoliation.

Combining a gentle exfoliant like FruitPeel™, Malt-Exfo™, or Bio-S Protease™ with one or more of the recommended moisturizing ingredients will help create a product that effectively removes dead skin cells while keeping the skin hydrated and comfortable.