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Cheatsheet in Formulating Skincare

Category: Cheatsheet

Materials

Antioxidants

  • Tocopherol (vitamin E)
  • Rosemary extracts

Humectant

  • Glycerin
  • Propanediol
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Panthenol
  • Butylene glycol
  • Propylene glycol

Active

  • Niacinamide
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Sodium PCA
  • Salicylic Acid
  • Retinol
  • Glycolic Acid

Notes

  • All water based products need preservatives to prevent bacteria growth
  • All oil based products (anhydrous) need antioxidant to prevent oil going rancid
  • Humectant is moisturising agents to retain moisture on your skin