Answer to Your Formulation Questions

Regarding the ingredients you already have (PEPHT-5G Pepha®-Tight, Sea Kelp Bioferment, and SNAP-8®):

• Mixing: Yes, you can mix these three ingredients together in one bottle, provided you adhere strictly to the recommended maximum usage percentage for each individual ingredient. Overusing any ingredient beyond its recommended rate can lead to irritation.
• Storage after Mixing: The storage requirements for the final mixed product depend on the specific ingredients and the base serum you used. While raw ingredients like Sea Kelp Bioferment might require refrigeration, the stability of the final mixture needs consideration. Generally, keeping cosmetic formulations in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat is advisable. For specific guidance on storing mixed products, checking general formulation guidelines or the product information for each ingredient regarding stability in finished formulas is recommended.

Recommendations for Visible Capillaries and Large Pores on Sensitive, Dry Skin

Based on your current skin condition (sensitive, dry, with visible capillaries and large pores), here are some ingredients that could be beneficial:

• For Reducing Redness and Soothing Sensitivity:

  • Pep-Calm™ (Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8): This peptide is effective in reducing skin redness and combating irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin prone to flushing or reactivity.
  • Portulaca Extract: Known for its soothing properties, Portulaca Extract helps to reduce various types of skin irritation.
  • Pep®-Sensyl (Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15): This ingredient is designed to decrease skin sensitivity and reduce irritation, which can help calm reactive skin and potentially improve the appearance of redness over time.

• For Improving Pore Appearance and Strengthening Skin Barrier:

  • Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide): Vitamin B3 is a versatile ingredient that helps strengthen the skin barrier, reduce oiliness (which can contribute to the appearance of large pores), and improve overall skin texture. The Safe-B3™ type is known for its high purity and suitability for sensitive skin.

Among the ingredients you currently have, Sea Kelp Bioferment is noted for its moisturizing and skin-strengthening properties, which can support overall skin health and resilience. The other two ingredients you have purchased (PEPHT-5G Pepha®-Tight and SNAP-8®) are typically used for concerns like skin firmness and expression lines, and are not directly targeted at reducing visible capillaries or pore size.

It is advisable to introduce new ingredients gradually and observe how your sensitive skin reacts. Considering your skin's history of sensitivity, starting with lower concentrations of new active ingredients is a good approach.