Recommended Usage Rates for Facial Gel Ingredients

Based on the product information, here are the suggested usage percentages for each ingredient:

• Aloe Vera Extract (extraction ratio 10:1 FullAssay™): Use at a rate of 1-10%. Using 3% of this extract is equivalent to using 30% fresh Aloe Vera.
• Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker): The recommended usage rate is 0.5-5%. For a general gel texture, 0.8% is typically sufficient. If your formula contains electrolytes (ingredients with Sodium, Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium), you may need to increase the amount of Pro Polymer™ (e.g., to 2-3%) to achieve the desired gel thickness.
• Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide): Use at a rate of 1-10%. A recommended rate is 5%, but Safe-B3™ can be used up to 10% without typically causing flushing or irritation.
• Sodium PCA 50%: Use at a rate of 0.5-2%, depending on the desired moisturizing effect.
• Natural Moisturizing Amino Acids: Use at a rate of 0.5-5% for skin care products. A rate of 3-5% is suggested for skin applications.
• Witch Hazel (Alcohol Free, Paraben Free) Plus Allantoin: This can be used at a rate of 10-100%. For products like toners where pore tightening is the main goal, using more than 50% is recommended.

Remember to follow the specific mixing instructions for each ingredient, especially for Pro Polymer™ which requires careful dispersion and hydration to form a smooth gel.