Skincare Formulation Advice

Based on your skin concerns (oily, large pores, dullness, clogged pores, wrinkles/sagging) and the advice from the staff, here are the recommended adjustments and formulas:

Toner for Oil Control and Pore Tightening

Your initial formula included Hyaluronic Acid (nano Molecule) and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, and a high percentage of Pro-Vitamin B5.

• Recommendation: Since your skin is not dry, the staff advised removing Hyaluronic Acid (nano Molecule) as it's not necessary and can be saved. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein was also recommended to be removed as it might feel sticky on oily skin. The percentage of Pro-Vitamin B5 should be reduced from 5% to 3% for a lighter feel suitable for a toner.
• Adjusted Ingredients:
  • Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
  • Glucosamine
  • Witch Hazel
  • Pro-Vitamin B5 (at 3%)
  • Water (adjust percentage to reach 100% total)
• Important Note: Remember to add a suitable preservative to this water-based formula.

Face Serum (Morning & Evening)

You proposed a serum for morning use targeting lifting, nourishing, and anti-aging, and a separate complex serum for evening.

• Recommendation: The staff suggested simplifying your routine initially, especially given your oily and clogged-pore prone skin. They recommended using your proposed morning serum formula for both morning and evening to see how your skin responds.
• Your morning formula includes ingredients like Sesaflash and Snap-8 which help with temporary tightening and relaxing wrinkles, addressing the symptoms you mentioned (wrinkles, sagging).
• For addressing the root cause of wrinkles (collagen loss), the staff mentioned ingredients like Matrixyl 3000 and Argireline as beneficial anti-aging peptides. While not explicitly added to your current formula, these are good ingredients to consider for future formulations targeting wrinkle prevention and reduction.
• Regarding your complex evening formula, the staff noted it contained too many ingredients and would likely be too moisturizing for your oily skin, potentially worsening clogged pores. Given you recently treated acne, be cautious with additional exfoliating ingredients and consult your doctor if you are using prescription treatments that already cause exfoliation.

Lip Balm for Dark Lips

You asked for a formula for dark lips caused by sun and smoking.

• Recommendation: The staff provided an anhydrous (no water) formula.
• Ingredients:
  • Cera Bellina
  • Shea Butter
  • 1-2 natural oils (like Jojoba Oil)
  • Vitamin C Ascorbyl Palmitate (oil-soluble)
• Combine these ingredients to reach 100% total. The staff suggested example percentages like Cera Bellina 15-20%, a natural oil 5-10%, Vitamin C Ascorbyl Palmitate 5-8%, and the rest being Shea Butter.

Body Lotion for Skin Whitening

You asked for a formula to whiten body skin.

• Recommendation: You can use similar whitening ingredients that are used for facial products. For body products, you might choose more cost-effective options due to the larger quantity needed.
• To create a lotion texture (an emulsion of oil and water), you will need an emulsifier, such as Sepiplus 400.

Remember to always test new formulations on a small area of skin before applying them widely.