Whitening & Anti-Acne Cream Formulation: Ingredient Percentages and Mixing Steps

Asked by: ann_dc On: February 18, 2015 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I am developing a whitening and anti-acne cream formulation and would like to confirm the usability of the ingredient percentages and understand the mixing steps.

Here is the formulation:

  • Tranexamic acid 3%
  • Alpha arbutin 2%
  • N-Acetyl-D glucosamine 2%
  • Vitamin B3 5%
  • Vitamin B5 2%
  • Aloe Vera 1%
  • Water to create cream texture 85%

Could you please advise on the suitability of these percentages and provide guidance on the mixing procedure?

Answer

Based on your proposed formulation for a whitening and anti-acne cream and the reply you received:

  1. Percentages: The percentages you listed appear usable for these ingredients in a formulation, as indicated by the reply.
  2. Acne Efficacy: As noted in the reply, this formulation primarily contains ingredients known for whitening (Tranexamic acid, Alpha arbutin, N-Acetyl-D glucosamine, Vitamin B3) and hydration/soothing (Vitamin B5, Aloe Vera). It lacks ingredients typically recognized for strong anti-acne effects. While Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) can have some benefits for skin barrier and potentially mild anti-inflammatory effects, its effectiveness against acne varies greatly among individuals.
  3. Mixing Procedure: Providing a precise mixing procedure is complex without knowing the full formulation, especially the specific cream base, emulsifiers, and other excipients you plan to use ("น้ำตัวทำให้เกิดเนื้อครีม"). The mixing order depends heavily on the solubility of each ingredient (water-soluble vs. oil-soluble), their heat sensitivity, and the type of emulsion being formed. Detailed mixing instructions are typically found in specific formulation guides for the chosen base system. It is best to consult reliable cosmetic formulation resources or guides, similar to the suggestion you received, which provide step-by-step instructions based on the complete formula.

In summary, the percentages seem viable, but the formulation is more geared towards whitening and hydration than acne treatment. For mixing steps, please refer to detailed formulation guides relevant to your chosen cream base.

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