Serum Formula Review for Acne, Brightening, Anti-aging, and Sensitive Skin

Question

I would like to request production services for a serum formula targeting acne reduction, skin brightening, skin plumping/firming, and wrinkle reduction (I am older but still experience acne).

I require a lightweight texture that is easily absorbed and non-sticky.

My skin type is easily irritated, sometimes dry, sometimes oily depending on the weather, and I have occasional acne breakouts, including both clogged pores and inflammatory acne, but not severe.

Here is the formula I propose:

Repair Activator 10%
Safe B3 4%
GlucoBright 3%
Ectoin 2%
Japanese Cedar 1%
Ume Extract 2%
Palmaria Palmata Extract 2%
Allantoin 0.5%
Natural Moisturizing Amino Acids 3%
TreMoisture 1%
Zinc PCA 1%
Willow Bark Extract 5%
Galactomyces Ferment Filltrate 6%
4D Hyaluronic Acid 4%
DMI 3%
Odor-Kill 0.5%
Mild Preserve Eco 1%
Xanthan Gum 1%
น้ำกลั่นปราศจากเชื้อ 50%

Are there any ingredients in this formula that need adjustment? Thank you very much.

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Subject: Serum Formula Review

Thank you for asking us to review your serum formula.

The formula you provided is very interesting and includes excellent ingredients that address your skin concerns regarding acne, brightening, firmness, wrinkles, and sensitivity.

Strengths of this formula:

Acne Reduction: Contains specific ingredients for acne like Safe B3 (Niacinamide), Zinc PCA, and Willow Bark Extract, which help control oil, reduce inflammation, and gently exfoliate.
Skin Brightening: Safe B3, GlucoBright (N-Acetyl Glucosamine), Palmaria Palmata Extract, and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate are included to help reduce dark spots, even out skin tone, and enhance radiance.
Anti-aging and Firming: Repair Activator (Bifida Ferment Lysate), Japanese Cedar, Ume Extract, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Safe B3, and 4D Hyaluronic Acid work together to rejuvenate skin, reduce wrinkles, improve elasticity, and plump the skin.
Hydration and Soothing: Features ingredients that effectively strengthen the skin barrier and provide hydration, such as Ectoin, Allantoin, Natural Moisturizing Amino Acids, TreMoisture, 4D Hyaluronic Acid, Repair Activator, and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate. This is beneficial for easily irritated and combination skin.
Texture: The inclusion of DMI as a solvent may help the serum absorb easily and reduce stickiness.

Considerations and Potential Adjustments:

Willow Bark Extract 5%: While a natural source of Salicylic Acid beneficial for acne, a concentration of 5% might be relatively high for easily irritated skin, even with the inclusion of soothing ingredients. During manufacturing, we may consider adjusting the concentration or conducting thorough testing on sensitive skin to ensure it doesn't cause excessive irritation.
Xanthan Gum 1%: For a serum aiming for a very lightweight, easily absorbed, non-sticky texture, 1% Xanthan Gum might result in a slightly thicker consistency than desired. We may consider reducing the amount of Xanthan Gum or using a different rheology modifier that provides a lighter feel to achieve your desired texture.

Overall, this is a good formula with the potential to effectively address your skin concerns. During the manufacturing process, our experts will assess ingredient compatibility, formula stability, and optimal pH to ensure the highest efficacy and safety. We will also work on adjusting the texture to meet your specific requirements.

We are ready to proceed with the production of this formula for you. If you have any further questions or wish to discuss detailed adjustments, please feel free to contact our production team directly.