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Spring Hydrating and Multivit – Face Cream

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My “Multivit” Spring Hydrating Cream

Hello Hello! 😀 Today I’m so happy to share my recipe for a “skin-awakening” cream. I made this specifically for the transition into Spring. During winter, my skin always ends up looking a bit dull and “tired,” so I wanted something light, super hydrating, and packed with vitamins to bring back that healthy glow! yeheee!

The Vitamin Cocktail:

I didn’t want a heavy, occlusive cream; I wanted a “water-bomb” effect. I used a combination of Pro-Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) for healing, Vitamin E for protection, and a touch of Vitamin C (the stable version!) to brighten things up. It’s like a fresh smoothie for the face!

The Formula:

Phase A:

  • Water to 100

  • Glycerin 3

  • Xanthan Gum 0.2

  • Hyaluronic Acid (1% solution) – 5 (This is the secret for that “plump” Spring skin!)

Phase B:

  • Emulsifier (I used Olivem 1000) – 4 (I lowered it slightly from 5 to 4 to keep it lighter for the warmer weather.)

  • Rice Bran Oil – 3 (Very light and full of antioxidants.)

  • Jojoba Oil – 2

  • Ethylhexyl Stearate – 3 (This is a very fast-spreading “dry” oil that helps the cream absorb in seconds!)

Phase C (The Vitamin Boost):

  • Panthenol (B5) – 1

  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E) – 1

  • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C) – 0.5 (This stable version of Vitamin C is great because it doesn’t irritate the skin as much!)

  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) – 2 (My absolute favorite for refining pores and evening out the skin tone.)

  • Preservative (According to your type)

  • Fragrance (I used a “Green Tea and Lemon” scent—it smells so fresh! :D)

Notes from the Beaker:

  1. The Niacinamide Trick: I make sure to dissolve the Niacinamide in a tiny bit of water from Phase A before adding it at the end. If the pH of your cream is too low (below 5), Niacinamide can get “angry” and turn into nicotinic acid, which makes your face flush red! So I always check that the pH is exactly 5.5.

  2. Lightness is Key: Since this is for Spring, I used more “dry” emollients. If you feel like it’s still too heavy, you can swap the Jojoba for more Rice Bran oil.

  3. The Glow: The combination of Vitamin C and Hyaluronic acid gives an immediate brightness. It doesn’t hide imperfections; it just makes the skin look “awake.”

  4. Heating: Usual drill! Heat A and B to 70°C, then combine. Wait until it’s below 40°C before adding all those precious vitamins in Phase C, or the heat might destroy them!

Final Verdict: I’ve been using this for a week and my skin feels so much more resilient. It’s the perfect “reset” button after a long, cold winter. ENJOY! 😀

Q10 Antioxidant Face Cream DIY

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Q10 Antioxidant Face Cream DIY

Lab Note: My “Antioxidant Network” Experiment!

Hello Hello! 😀 Today I am so excited to share an experiment that is a bit “brainy” but so cool! I call it the Antioxidant Network. Usually, we just pick one “hero” ingredient like Vitamin C, but I wanted to try something different. I wanted to build a team!

The idea is the Redox Theory—it’s like a relay race for your skin. When one antioxidant gets “tired” from fighting free radicals, the others step in to “recharge” it so the whole system keeps working. It’s synergy in a jar! yeheee! 😀

The Team Members:

  • Coenzyme Q10: The energy booster! It gives the cream a lovely yellow tint.

  • SAP (Vitamin C): I used Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate because it’s way less “grumpy” and irritating than pure Vitamin C.

  • Alpha-Lipoic Acid (0.5%): The “Universal” antioxidant. Warning: This stuff has a “Hell-Smell” of its own—it’s very sulfuric! I only used 0.5% because I wanted the benefits without smelling like a matchstick factory. 😛

  • Vitamin E: To protect the oils and the skin’s lipids.

The Emulsifier “Fuss”: Hitecream 3000

I played with Hitecream 3000 for this one. It’s a vegetable, protein-based emulsifier that’s supposed to be super skin-compatible. I used it at 7% on its own. It gave a stable cream, but next time I might drop it to 5% and add a bit of Cetyl Alcohol to make the texture feel a bit more “posh.”

The Formula I Used:

Phase A:

  • Distilled Water: to 100

  • Glycerin: 2.0

  • Carbopol Ultrez 21 / Xanthan: 0.3 / 0.2 (My hybrid gelling system!)

Phase B:

  • Hitecream 3000: 7.0

  • Kokum & Murumuru Butters: 1.5 / 1.0 (Love my dry butters!)

  • Dicaprylyl Ether: 1.5

  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E): 1.0

Phase C (The Antioxidant Cold Phase):

  • Safflower & Ribes Nigrum Oils: 0.5 / 0.5

  • Q10 / Alpha-Lipoic Acid: 0.1 / 0.5

Phase D (The Finishing Touch):

  • SAP (Vitamin C): 1.0

  • Rose Water: 10.0 (To dissolve the SAP)

  • D-Panthenol / Preservative: 1.0 / q.s.

Notes from my Beaker:

  1. The “No-Stir” Trick: For the Carbopol Ultrez 21, I just let it float on the water until it hydrated itself. No clumps, no stress! Then I added my Xanthan-Glycerin slurry.

  2. Heat it Up: Hitecream needs to hit 70°C to wake up and start working.

  3. The Cooling Phase: I was very careful here. I pre-dispersed the Q10 and that stinky Alpha-Lipoic acid in the cold oils (Phase C) and only added them when the cream was cool. I also dissolved the SAP in Rose Water before stirring it in.

  4. The Look: The Q10 makes it a pale yellow, but I added one drop of food colorant just to make it look “fresh” and pretty on my vanity.

Final Verdict: The synergy between the SAP and the Q10 really made my skin look vibrant! Even with the slight “sulfur” hint from the Alpha-Lipoic acid, I really liked how this cream performed. It feels like a high-tech shield for the face! ENJOY! 🙂

Formulating a lotion: Fatty Acids and ACNE

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This is a great base to work from. Let’s strip away the “lecture” feel and turn it into your personal lab journal. We’ll focus on the “Aha!” moments you had while studying—like realizing you were being overcharged for “exotic” oils that were actually just basic chemistry!

Here are your updated lab notes:

My Lab Notes: Fatty Acids & The “Marketing Trap”

Hello Hello! 😀

I’ve been digging deeper into the GREASE-FALL (my favorite way to balance fats!), and I realized I needed to understand what is actually inside my oils. I used to get so distracted by beautiful labels, but after looking at Fatty Acid Profiles, my whole perspective changed.

What I’m Learning About the Chemistry

I’ve started categorizing my fats by their structure rather than their name. It helps me predict how they’ll behave in a beaker:

  • Saturated Fats: (Like Stearic or Palmitic acid). These are the “solid” ones. I’ve noticed that if I use too much Stearic acid, I get that annoying “white-trail” when I rub the cream in.

  • PUFAs (The Liquids): These are the “Omega” oils. Because of their shape, they stay liquid and feel much “thinner” on the skin.

**The “Marketing vs. Reality” Reality Check 😉 **

Sips water. This was a big “Aha!” moment for me. I realized that many “exotic” oils are almost identical to cheaper ones.

  • The Duplicate List: In my notes, I’ve found that Almond, Macadamia, and Hazelnut oils have nearly the same fatty acid profiles.

  • My Conclusion: Why pay triple for a fancy name? I’ve started cross-referencing the chemistry first. If the fatty acids match, the skin doesn’t care about the marketing story!

My Notes on Blemish-Prone Skin

This is a theory I’m really interested in for my experiments. I read that acne-prone skin often has “unbalanced” sebum—specifically, too much Oleic Acid and not enough Linoleic Acid.

  • The Risk: High Oleic acid might be why some “natural” oils feel like they clog my pores (keratinization).

  • My Experimental Strategy: When I’m formulating for this skin type, I try to build a “Grease-Fall” using oils high in PUFAs.

My “Oily-Theory” Team:

  • The Oils: I’ve been reaching for Hemp, Grape seed, Safflower, or even simple Sunflower oil. They are rich in Linoleic acid and feel much “lighter.”

  • The Butters: I keep these very low (maybe 0.5%). I’ve been experimenting with Murumuru or Tucuma instead of Shea, because they seem to have a profile that works better for my oily-skin experiments.

At the end of the day, I’ve realized that a “miracle” oil is just a collection of fatty acids. Once I understand the profile, I can stop guessing and start formulating with intention. It’s all in my hands! 😉

HAVE A GREAT DAY! 😄