Underarm Whitening and Smoothing Serum Formulation (Non-Sticky)
Question
I want to create a serum for underarm use that provides whitening and smoothing benefits while having a non-sticky texture. Could you please recommend ingredients and formulation advice for such a product?
Answer
Underarm Whitening and Smoothing Serum
To create a non-sticky serum for underarm whitening and smoothing, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is an excellent ingredient to consider. It is known for its ability to reduce redness and dark spots (hyperpigmentation), improve skin texture, and strengthen the skin barrier.
Recommended Ingredient: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
We have several grades of Niacinamide available:
- Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide): A high-purity grade that can be used up to 10% without causing flushing or redness, unlike standard grades. It helps reduce wrinkles, brightens skin, adds moisture, and can help with oil control.
- Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide, Switzerland): This is a high-quality grade manufactured under Swiss control, offering similar benefits to the standard Safe-B3™.
- Extreme-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide, Highest Purity): This is the purest grade available, extremely gentle and suitable even for sensitive or wounded skin. It offers all the benefits of Niacinamide without causing any skin irritation or shrinkage sensation, even at 10% concentration.
Niacinamide is water-soluble and can be easily incorporated into a serum formulation. For a non-sticky serum, a simple water-based formula with a suitable gelling agent or thickener would be ideal. You can use Niacinamide at a recommended rate of 5%, or up to 10% for the Safe-B3™ or Extreme-B3™ grades for enhanced efficacy.
By using Niacinamide in a light, water-based serum formulation, you can achieve a product that effectively targets underarm whitening and smoothing without leaving a sticky residue.
