Simple Gel Serum Formulation

Yes, this simple formula is feasible to make. It combines key active ingredients with a gelling agent and a preservative blend in a water base.

Here's a breakdown of the ingredients and how they function:

• Safe-B3 (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide): At 10%, this provides benefits like reducing wrinkles, improving skin tone and hyperpigmentation, strengthening the skin barrier, controlling oiliness, and potentially helping with dark circles. The Safe-B3 grade is specified to be usable at this high concentration without causing flushing.
• GlucoBright (Acetyl Glucosamine): At 5%, this ingredient works synergistically with Niacinamide (Safe-B3) for whitening and reducing dark spots. It also helps stimulate the skin's natural production of Hyaluronic Acid, contributing to skin hydration and reducing wrinkles.
• Mild Preserved Eco (Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,3 Propanediol): At 1%, this acts as a preservative blend to protect the formula from microbial growth. It is considered gentle and helps retain moisture.
• Pro Polymer Silk (Polyquaternium-37): At 2%, this functions as a gel maker, creating the serum texture. It also provides a soft, silky feel on the skin.
• Water: The base of the formula, dissolving the water-soluble ingredients.

How to Make This Formula

1. Water Phase: Dissolve Safe-B3 and GlucoBright in the water. Gentle heating can be used if needed to help dissolution, but avoid prolonged high heat.
2. Gel Formation: Add Pro Polymer Silk to the water phase. Use a high-speed blender (like a homogenizer or stick blender) to mix thoroughly until the gel texture is formed. Avoid blending at very high speeds (above 2500 rpm) as this can damage the polymer.
3. pH Adjustment: Check the pH of the gel. The optimal pH range for the active ingredients and preservative is between 4.0 and 7.0. Adjust the pH if necessary using an appropriate acid or base solution.
4. Add Preservative: Once the gel is formed and the pH is adjusted, add Mild Preserved Eco and mix well until evenly dispersed.
5. Final Check: Ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated and the texture is uniform.

Remember to perform a challenge test on your final product to confirm the effectiveness of the preservation system and ensure product safety and stability.

This formula provides a good starting point for a potent gel serum targeting skin brightening, hydration, and overall skin health.