This is an advanced formulation for an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) mask with 5% glycolic acid. I have based this charcoal clay mask on a few similar ones on the market. It is an emulsified mask meaning that it is essentially an emulsion or cream using the EcoCert approved emulsifier Olivem 1000, chickweed extract, kaolin clay and bamboo charcoal.

Real time stability started on 15th March 2022 (currently has 7 months observation with no changes).

INCI List: Aqua, Kaolin, Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Stellaria Media, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Allantoin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf, Sodium Phytate, Aqua, Alcohol, Sodium Levulinate; Sodium Anisate, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide

You will need the following:

Deionised Water, Kaolin Clay, 70% glycolic acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Olivem 1000, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chickweed Oil extract in sunflower oil or sunflower oil, Dermosoft 1388 eco, Allantoin, Dermofeel PA 30, Sclerotium gum (or xanthan or konjac glucomannan), Geogard 221

What’s Included:

• Full breakdown of ingredients used and their function.

• Suggestions of alternative ingredients including preservatives selection (if you so wish to use one).

• Advice on where to purchase all ingredients

• Packaging Advice

• Breakdown of the formulation in percentages and the method of manufacture

• Important notes for a successful formulation and substitutions