Hyaluronic Acid Hair Serum: Smooth & Silky
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Why This Recipe Works
This water-based serum pairs high-capacity humectants with active antioxidants. Slurrying the Hyaluronic Acid powder in vegetable glycerine first ensures smooth hydration without clumping. Combined with organic Aloe Vera gel and Vitamin C, this gel serum delivers multi-depth hydration while protecting against environmental oxidation and firming fine lines.
Ingredients
Phase A (Humectant Slurry)
1g (1%) Hyaluronic Acid Powder
5g (5%) Vegetable Glycerine
Phase B (Aqueous & Active Phase) & Phase C
61.5g (61.5%) Distilled Water
30g (30%) Aloe Vera Liquid Gel
1.5g (1.5%) Vitamin C Powder
1g (1%) Phenoxyethanol (Phase C Preservative)
Instructions
Step 1: Slurry & Hydrate
In a clean mixing beaker, disperse the Hyaluronic Acid Powder directly into the Vegetable Glycerine (Phase A) to form a uniform slurry.
In a separate container, stir together the Distilled Water, Aloe Vera Liquid Gel, and Vitamin C (Phase B) until completely dissolved.
Pour Phase A into Phase B, mixing well. Cover and allow the mixture to set for a few hours until the Hyaluronic Acid completely hydrates and turns into a crystal-clear gel.
Step 2: Preserve & Package
Once fully gelled and smooth, add the Phenoxyethanol (Phase C) to the mixture.
Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the preservative system.
Transfer into a glass dropper bottle or dark glass pump bottle and store in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.
What Are the Key Ingredients in This Anti-Aging Face Serum?
Every botanical and cosmetic active in this formulation delivers targeted skin benefits:
Hyaluronic Acid Powder: A powerhouse humectant capable of holding 1000x its weight in water to plump fine lines and restore volume.
Vitamin C: Brightens tone, diminishes hyperpigmentation, and offers essential antioxidant protection against free-radical damage.
Aloe Vera Liquid Gel: Delivers soothing anti-inflammatory hydration to comfort and refresh stressed facial skin.
Vegetable Glycerine: Attracts deep environmental moisture to keep the skin matrix flexible and soft.
Phenoxyethanol: A reliable broad-spectrum preservative that guards water-based skincare formulations against bacteria, yeast, and mold growth.
FAQs About Hydration & Anti-Aging Face Serum
Q: Why do I need to mix the Hyaluronic Acid with Glycerine first?
A: Hyaluronic acid powder is notorious for clumping in water ("fish-eying"). Pre-dispersing it in glycerine coats the powder grains so they hydrate smoothly when water is added.
Q: How long does it take for Hyaluronic Acid to fully hydrate?
A: It generally takes between 2 to 6 hours for the powder particles to completely swell and dissolve into a uniform gel consistency.
Q: Why is Phenoxyethanol necessary in this serum?
A: High water-content serums are vulnerable to rapid microbial spoiling. Phenoxyethanol keeps your custom serum hygienic and shelf-stable for months.
Shop the Ingredients
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