Whitening Gel Serum Formulation

Asked by: luke.toow On: May 07, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I am looking for a formula for a clear, fast-absorbing gel serum that focuses on skin whitening and radiance.

Could you provide an example formulation and mixing instructions?

Answer

Hello!

You're asking for a formula for a clear, fast-absorbing gel serum focused on skin whitening and radiance.

Based on the ingredients you provided and your request, here is a basic example formulation for a whitening gel serum. Please note that formulating cosmetic products requires understanding ingredient properties and safe usage percentages. We recommend reviewing basic formulation guides, such as the one mentioned by our staff (http://www.myskinrecipes.com/topic174.html), before attempting to create your own products.

This example formula uses some common ingredients for a gel texture and whitening effect:

Example Whitening Gel Serum Formula

  • Phase A (Water Phase):
    • Water (น้ำกลั่นบริสุทธิ์): ~85-90%
    • Glycerin (กลีเซอรีน): 3-5%
    • Butylene Glycol (บิวทิลีน ไกลคอล): 2-3%
    • Xanthan Gum (แซนแทนกัม): 0.2-0.5% (Adjust for desired thickness)
  • Phase B (Actives):
    • GlucoBright (N-Acetyl Glucosamine): Use at recommended percentage (e.g., 2-5%)
    • Green Tea Extract (สารสกัดชาเขียว): Use at recommended percentage (e.g., 1-3%)
  • Phase C (Optional - Feel Enhancer):
    • Dimethicone (ไดเมทิโคน): 1-2%
  • Phase D (Final Additions):
    • Preservative (สารกันเสีย): Use at recommended percentage
    • Fragrance (น้ำหอม): Optional, use at recommended percentage

Mixing Instructions:

  1. Combine Water, Glycerin, and Butylene Glycol in a clean beaker. Stir.
  2. Slowly sprinkle Xanthan Gum into the liquid while stirring continuously and vigorously to avoid clumps. Continue stirring until the gum is fully hydrated and a smooth gel forms (this may take 15-30 minutes or longer depending on the stirring method).
  3. In a separate small container, mix GlucoBright and Green Tea Extract with a small amount of the water phase liquid or Butylene Glycol to ensure they dissolve/disperse well.
  4. Add the dissolved/dispersed actives (Phase B) to the main gel (Phase A) and mix thoroughly until uniform.
  5. If using Dimethicone (Phase C), add it to the gel and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Once the gel is uniform, add the Preservative and Fragrance (if used) (Phase D). Mix well.
  7. Check the pH of the final product and adjust to skin-compatible pH (typically 5.5-6.5) if necessary.

Key Ingredients for Whitening:

  • GlucoBright (N-Acetyl Glucosamine): Known for its skin brightening properties by inhibiting melanin production.
  • Green Tea Extract: Contains antioxidants and can help improve skin tone and radiance.

Remember to always follow the recommended usage rates for each ingredient provided by your supplier.

Hope this example helps you get started!