Skincare Formula for Oily Skin: Suitability, Oil Control, and Vitamin B5 Concentration

Question

I am considering a skincare formula for nighttime use on oily/combination skin, containing Ceramide, Vitamin B5 (5%), Rhamnose, and Vitamin B3. I have a few questions: Is this formula suitable for oily/combination skin, particularly regarding the 5% Vitamin B5 concentration? Is it necessary to add an oil-reducing ingredient, such as AcneBee 2%, for oily skin, even if I don't have acne but want to manage shine? Can the concentration of Vitamin B5 be adjusted (reduced) when ordering a test sample, as I appreciate its skin-softening properties?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Hello,

Regarding your questions about the proposed formula for oily skin nighttime care:

Suitability for oily skin: The staff mentioned that Vitamin B5 at 5% concentration might feel sticky for oily or combination skin types. The other ingredients in your proposed formula (Ceramide, Rhamnose, Vitamin B3) are generally suitable.
Necessity of oil-reducing ingredients: It is not strictly necessary to include oil-reducing ingredients like AcneBee. It depends on your personal preference and goals. Adding such ingredients can help balance the skin's oil production, but oily skin without acne issues is not problematic other than potentially feeling uncomfortable or looking shiny during the day.
Adjusting Vitamin B5 concentration in test order: Unfortunately, the staff stated that the concentration of Vitamin B5 in a test order can only be selected from the options available on the website and cannot be adjusted to a specific lower percentage beyond those options.

The proposed formula with Ceramide, Vitamin B5, Rhamnose, and Vitamin B3 is aimed at moisturizing, soothing, and strengthening the skin barrier, which aligns with your goal of nourishing and repairing the skin, especially after using BHA daily which can cause redness. While the B5 concentration might be high for oily skin according to the staff, the other ingredients are beneficial for your concerns.