Gentle Gel Cleanser Formula for Sensitive, Acne-Prone Skin

Regarding your request for an organic gel cleanser for sensitive, acne-prone skin, as the staff mentioned, it's not possible for cleansing products to be 100% organic or natural due to the nature of cleansing agents. However, we can formulate a gentle gel cleanser using ingredients suitable for sensitive skin that also help reduce acne.

Here is a suggested formula structure using ingredients that can help address sensitivity and acne:

• Cleansing Agent: Use a gentle, sulfate-free surfactant like Powderly Foam™. This provides a soft feel and cleanses effectively without harshness.
• Humectant: Sorbitol Solution 70% can be included to help retain moisture in the skin, preventing dryness often associated with cleansing.
• Anti-Acne Active: Pep®-Acne is an anti-microbial peptide specifically targeting acne-causing bacteria.
• Soothing & Anti-inflammatory Actives: Ingredients like Licorice Extract, Pep-Calm™, and Portulaca Extract are excellent for reducing skin irritation, redness, and inflammation often present in sensitive and acne-prone skin.
• Gelling Agent: A suitable gelling agent (e.g., Carbomer type) is needed to create the gel texture. (Not listed as a specific product here, but required).
• Preservative: A broad-spectrum preservative is essential to prevent microbial growth in the product. (Not listed as a specific product here, but required).
• Water: Purified water makes up the bulk of the formula.
• pH Adjuster: An ingredient like Citric Acid or Sodium Hydroxide is needed to adjust the final pH of the formula to be skin-friendly (typically pH 5.2-6.5).

General Mixing Instructions:

1. Disperse the gelling agent in the water phase.
2. Add Sorbitol Solution 70%.
3. Neutralize the gelling agent if required to form the gel.
4. Add the active ingredients: Pep®-Acne, Licorice Extract, Pep-Calm™, and Portulaca Extract. Mix gently without using heat.
5. Add the preservative.
6. Adjust the pH to the desired range (5.2-6.5).

This formula focuses on gentle cleansing and incorporating actives known for their anti-acne and soothing properties, making it suitable for sensitive, acne-prone skin.