Review of La Mer Inspired Treatment Lotion and Cream Formulations

Regarding your "La Mer" inspired formulations, here is an analysis and suggestions for improvement:

1. Compatibility of White Orchid Leaf Oil and Cedarwood Oil

The combination of White Orchid Leaf Oil and Cedarwood Oil (Virginian) is excellent.

• Scent Profile: White Orchid provides a delicate, sophisticated floral note, while Cedarwood offers a warm, woody base. In perfumery, Cedarwood acts as a "fixative," helping the lighter floral scent of the orchid last longer.
• Suitability: This blend creates a "spa-like" and luxurious aroma that fits the high-end concept of your formulas.

2. Formula Review

Treatment Lotion (100ml)

• Texture: Using Hyaluronic Acid (High Molecular Weight) at 0.5% will result in a relatively viscous, gel-like "thick water" texture. If you prefer a more liquid feel, you might reduce it to 0.2% or blend it with Low Molecular Weight Hyaluron.
• Solubilization: Flora Solve™ at 1% is appropriate for solubilizing the 4 drops of essential oils, ensuring the lotion remains clear and the oils don't separate.
• Active Ingredients: The combination of Sea Kelp Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, and Vitamin B5 provides excellent hydration and skin-barrier support.

Cream (50g)

• Emulsion: Emulsifying Beeswax at 5% (2.5g in 50g) is a good choice for a stable, rich cream.
• Stability: The inclusion of Disodium EDTA is a great move to help prevent oxidation and improve the effectiveness of the preservative.
• Sea Kelp: Adding Sea Kelp Extract in the cool-down phase is correct to preserve its bio-active properties.

3. Adding Lemon Peel Bioferment (Lemon Skin™)

Lemon Peel Bioferment (Lemon Skin™) is a potent skin-brightening ingredient.

• Which formula? It can be added to either, but it is highly effective in the Treatment Lotion as a first-step brightening treatment.
• Recommended Amount: 2% to 5%.
  • For the Lotion (100ml): Add 2-5g. You should reduce the Distilled Water by the same amount to keep the total at 100g.
  • For the Cream (50g): Add 1-2.5g during the Cool Down phase.
• Benefit: It will complement the fermentation theme (Sea Kelp and Galactomyces) and add a brightening effect to the moisturizing and soothing properties of your current formulas.

Suggestions for both:

• pH Testing: Ensure the final pH of both products is around 5.0–5.5 for optimal skin compatibility and ingredient stability.
• Preservation: Phenoxyethanol is effective, but ensure you are using it at the recommended 1% of the total weight. In the cream, 0.5g in 50g is exactly 1%, which is correct.